People & Culture Officer

Are you a passionate and high-performing People & Culture Officer ready to shape the future of workplace culture in the construction and engineering industry?

Who We are!

ALEC Holdings PJSC, part of the Investment Corporation of Dubai (ICD), is a leading GCC construction group with over two decades of success delivering some of the region’s most complex and high-profile projects. As a proudly publicly listed company, ALEC continues to raise the bar for quality, innovation, and excellence in construction, driving iconic developments that shape skylines across the Middle East.

In the UAE, ALEC has delivered many of the nation’s most iconic developments, operating as a fully integrated contractor through specialist business units that provide end-to-end construction solutions.

ALEC provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and shared services that support the performance and growth of all businesses within the Group. From governance, finance, and talent to innovation, digital systems, and sustainability, the Head Office acts as the central hub that enables each business unit to deliver with confidence, consistency, and excellence across the construction and engineering value chain.

Why Join Us?

As a People & Culture Officer based at ALEC, you’ll play a vital role in enabling our diverse businesses to succeed. From strategy and governance to enabling services and shared expertise, you’ll help shape the operational backbone that empowers our teams to deliver exceptional outcomes for clients across the region.

At ALEC, we’re about more than just building iconic structures - we’re about building exceptional careers. As a trusted partner to some of the region’s most ambitious projects, we value innovation, operational excellence, and our people. Join us to deliver People & Culture initiatives that directly shape our business success, from sourcing candidates to enhancing candidate experiences.

About Your Team

Our team is passionate about creating a welcoming and engaging experience for every new hire. Led by our People & Culture Officer (Preboarding & Onboarding), we ensure a smooth transition into the company culture through personalized touchpoints, meaningful connections, and a strong sense of belonging—setting the stage for long-term success from day one.

Your Role

As a People & Culture Officer, you will

Preboarding :

• Coordinate with the Talent Acquisition team to ensure smooth handover of information and candidate experience post-offer acceptance.
• Coordinate and track all pre-employment documentation, ensuring all paperwork is accurate, signed, and submitted on time.
• Liaise with internal teams (e.g. Government Relations, IT, Employee Relations) to initiate and follow up on onboarding requirements such as visa processing, medicals, IT Equipment and any additional tools required.
• Collaborate with the travel coordinating team or camp management team (if applicable) to arrange flights and accommodation.
• Communicate regularly with new hires to provide timely updates, answer queries, and ensure a positive and encouraging preboarding experience.
• Maintain regular updates in the system on the new joiners preboarding status, to provide clarity to hiring managers on new joiners' status.
• Coordinate with site administration/office administration for airport transfers
• Work with Line Managers to ensure onboarding plans are tailored to each new hire’s role and department. Ensure onboarding packs, welcome kits, and equipment (laptops, phones, etc.) are ready prior to the employee's start date.
• Ensure activities on the preboarding platform are engaging and equip them with the information required to support with a successful welcome experience.

Onboarding :

• On the new hire’s first day, provide them with all onboarding materials, including welcome kit, and any role-specific tools (e.g., laptops, phones, safety gear).
• Communicate with new employees to confirm medical insurance activation and other applicable company benefits.
• Coordinate welcome messages or announcements in internal communications channels to introduce new hires to the broader team.
• Assist in planning and executing engagement initiatives for new joiners, such as buddy programs and new joiner orientation programs.
• Support new employees with all settling in formalities.

General :

• Ensure all preboarding and onboarding documentation is kept up to date, relevant and focused on supporting new hired through an experiential preboarding and onboarding process.
• Enhance offerings on the preboarding and onboarding platform, to strive for continuous improvement.
• Carry out any additional duties as assigned by your line manager.

What We’re Looking For

• A proactive, employee-focused approach with a passion for creating a positive onboarding experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions and cultures.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, HRIS platforms, and other relevant HR tools.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with confidentiality and integrity.
• Educational certificate is preferred
• Forward thinking and open minded

What We Offer

• The chance to contribute to some of UAE most iconic projects.
• A collaborative, supportive environment that values innovation and excellence.
• Opportunities for professional growth and career progression.

Ready to shape the future of employee experience?

If you're passionate about creating meaningful first impressions and driving lasting engagement from day one, we’d love to hear from you.

Join Alec Holdings and play a pivotal role in shaping a high-performing team that drives our success.

Apply today and be part of something excellent!