Section Head of Employee Relations

Job Code: 5355

Job Title: Section Head of Employee Relations

Location: UAE

Client: Government

Education: Bachelors/ Masters/ PhD

Experience: 6+ years

Language: Arabic, English

Emiratization Program

Key Responsibilities

Administrative Responsibilities

• Oversee implementation of approved plans and strategies.
• Direct budget preparation and expenditure control to ensure efficient use.
• Review periodic performance reports, provide recommendations for improvement.
• Monitor KPIs to ensure alignment with Client objectives and recommend improvements.
• Identify HR needs to secure required competencies.
  
  

Corporate Responsibilities

• Manage departmental operations in compliance with governance frameworks, policies, and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to institutional excellence standards and risk management guidelines.
• Prepare accurate and timely periodic reports for internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead change management initiatives within the department.
• Identify technical needs and adopt cost-effective, efficient solutions.
• Study opportunities and adopt innovative ideas to improve departmental performance.
• Proactively identify and enhance technical capabilities in line with work requirements.
  
  

HR Operations Responsibilities

• Oversee payroll processing to ensure timely, accurate salary disbursement.
• Handle employee leave requests, retirement, promotions, and other HR needs on time.
• Supervise employee records, contracts, pensions, and documentation with government authorities.
• Continuously develop recruitment, termination, and separation procedures at the Client level.
  
  

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure confidentiality and security of all employee records and data from hiring to retirement.
• Evaluate compliance of HR policies and procedures with civil service guidelines.
• Identify corrective measures for non-compliance cases.
• Align departmental HR policies and procedures with Client-wide frameworks.
  
  

Employee Engagement & Happiness

• Plan and implement employee engagement and happiness initiatives in line with Client directives.
• Oversee engagement efforts, reports, and initiatives across departments.
• Review and recommend initiatives aimed at enhancing employee development and well-being.