Group HR Generalist

We are looking for a **skilled and experienced HR Generalist** to join our team. The ideal candidate will preferably be an **Arabic\-speaking male with experience in human resources within the retail industry**. The role will support HR operations across multiple retail outlets while ensuring compliance with UAE labor laws and company policies. **1\. HR Operations** * Support day\-to\-day HR activities across retail stores and head office. * Ensure implementation of company HR policies and procedures across all locations. **2\. Recruitment \& Onboarding** * Manage recruitment for retail positions such as sales associates, supervisors, and store managers. * Coordinate onboarding, documentation, induction, and visa processing for new employees. **3\. Employee Relations \& Welfare** * Act as a liaison between staff and management. * Address employee grievances and support disciplinary procedures while ensuring legal compliance. **4\. Payroll \& HR Systems** * Coordinate payroll submissions from each entity to ensure timely and accurate processing. * Maintain employee records, data updates and reporting. **5\. Administration \& PRO Coordination** * Oversee visa processing, Emirates ID renewals, labor card applications, and other government\-related services in coordination with the PRO. * Ensure timely renewal of trade licenses, tenancy contracts, and other administrative documents. **6\. Performance \& Training** * Monitor performance appraisal cycles and assist in identifying training needs, particularly in hospitality operations. * Coordinate training programs for both back\-of\-house and front\-line staff. **7\. Compliance \& Reporting** * Ensure full compliance with **UAE labor laws**, MOL requirements, and immigration rules. * Prepare HR and admin reports for management (e.g., headcount, visa status, leave balances). * Assist in standardizing HR policies, procedures, and documentation across hotels and group entities. **Requirements:** * Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. * 3–5 years of HR experience, preferably in the retail industry. * Good knowledge of UAE labor law, visa processing, and HR administration. * Experience handling retail staff recruitment and employee relations. * Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills. * Ability to manage multiple HR tasks and support multiple retail locations. * Arabic\-speaking candidate preferred. Job Type: Full\-time Pay: From AED5,000\.00 per month Ability to commute/relocate: * Abu Dhabi: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required) Application Question(s): * This position requires fluency in Arabic. Are you fluent in Arabic? (If not, you may not be considered for this role.) Education: * Bachelor's (Required)