Head of HR

SEVEN is a premium wellness and lifestyle group based in Dubai, with operations across **multiple flagship locations in the UAE** and an international expansion into **Ibiza** . Our group includes award\-winning concepts such as **SEVEN Wellness Club** , **The Dose by Silvena** and more — spanning fitness, F\&B, spa, retail, and medical wellness. As a digital\-first company with centralized operations powered by **Zoho systems** , we are seeking an experienced **Group HR Manager** to lead and scale our people function across the UAE and Europe. **Role Overview** As Head of HR, you will lead all aspects of human resources — from policy and compliance to recruitment, payroll, culture, and performance management — for a fast\-growing, multi\-brand organization. You will work closely with the COO and department heads to structure the HR ecosystem and support strategic growth. **Key Responsibilities:** - Lead HR operations and team management across Dubai and Ibiza locations - Standardize policies, processes, and HR documentation across brands and entities - Oversee recruitment, onboarding, compensation, payroll, appraisals, and exits - Ensure full legal compliance with UAE and Spanish labor laws - Manage workforce planning and structuring across departments - Drive performance culture and employee development initiatives - Coordinate with finance and operations for seamless payroll and cost alignment - Optimize and oversee all HR processes through **Zoho People, Zoho Recruit, and Zoho Payroll** Requirements * 8\+ years of progressive HR experience, including 3\+ years in a group\-level or regional leadership role. * Strong command of **UAE labor law** ; familiarity with **EU/Spanish labor regulations** is a plus. * Experience in high\-growth industries (wellness, fitness, hospitality, or F\&B preferred) * Fluency in English; Arabic, French, or Spanish is an asset * Tech\-savvy and experienced in digital HR systems — particularly: **Zoho People, Zoho Recruit and Zoho Payroll** . Benefits * Leadership role in one of the region’s most ambitious wellness and lifestyle companies. * Dynamic, creative, and mission\-driven work environment. * Competitive Salary: Competitive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience. * Growth and development across international markets. * F\&B Discount: 50% discount at the club's café "The DOSE By Silvena" for all food and beverages items produced in house * Full Access to SEVEN's Club \& Classes: Full access to SEVEN's facilities and a wide range of fitness classes. UAE Employment benefits: * UAE Visa for 2 years * Medical insurance coverage * 30 days of annual leave * Yearly flight tickets to home country