Human Resources Manager

About the Role

The HR Manager will oversee and manage the full spectrum of HR operations for the Group’s Development and Consulting businesses. This role ensures effective workforce planning, smooth day‑to‑day HR operations, and consistent implementation of HR policies and frameworks. The HR Manager will partner closely with business leaders to support talent acquisition, performance management, employee relations, and organizational effectiveness initiatives, while also contributing to Group‑wide HR projects as required.

Key Responsibilities

HR Operations Leadership

• Oversee HR service delivery for Development and Consulting business units, ensuring high-quality, efficient, and compliant HR processes.
• Lead and coach the HR Associate to deliver timely, accurate HR support across onboarding, visa processing, HR documentation, data management, and employee support.

Talent Acquisition \& Workforce Planning

• Partner with hiring managers to understand workforce needs and develop aligned recruitment strategies.
• Support end‑to‑end recruitment activities: role scoping, interviewing, and selection.
• Conduct salary benchmarking and lead salary negotiations in alignment with the Group's Compensation \& Benefits framework.
• Contribute to workforce planning, ensuring manpower requirements align with business forecasting and project demands.

Onboarding \& Induction

• Ensure new joiners experience a seamless onboarding process, including documentation, systems setup, and induction planning.
• Conduct or support HR induction sessions to ensure employees understand company culture, expectations, and policies.

Employee Relations

• Act as the first point of contact for employee concerns, providing timely and appropriate guidance.
• Support managers in handling performance, behavioural, and grievance matters in line with HR policy and UAE Labour Law.
• Escalate sensitive or high‑risk employee relations issues to the Group HR Director with recommended action plans.

Performance Management

• Support the rollout and embedding of the Group’s Performance Management Framework.
• Guide managers on objective setting, mid-year reviews, performance discussions, and development planning.
• Ensure documentation and processes are completed accurately and on time.

HR Policy Implementation \& Compliance

• Ensure consistent application of HR policies, processes, and governance across both business units.
• Educate managers and staff on HR procedures, promoting compliance and clarity.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation in line with Group standards.

Learning \& Development (New Section)

• Identify training needs across Development and Consulting units through manager input, skills assessments, and performance discussions.
• Coordinate and support delivery of technical, functional, and soft‑skills training programs in line with the Group Learning \& Development framework.
• Partner with the Group HR Director on leadership development, coaching programs, and career development initiatives.
• Track training participation, evaluate program effectiveness, and ensure continuous improvement of L\&D offerings.
• Support employees and managers in creating and implementing Individual Development Plans (IDPs).
• Liaise with external training providers where required, ensuring cost‑effective and high‑quality delivery.

Support for HR Projects \& Initiatives

• Contribute to Group-wide HR initiatives such as organisational design, culture programs, HRIS / ERP rollouts, compensation and Benefits reviews, and employee experience improvements.
• Lead or support change management activities tied to HR transformation projects.

Reporting \& HR Analytics

• Prepare HR reports and metrics for the business units, including headcount, attrition, recruitment pipelines, and employee issues.
• Provide insights and recommendations based on workforce data and trends.

Qualifications \& Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 5 to 8 years of progressive HR generalist experience, ideally within real estate development, consulting, or project‑based industries.
• Strong recruitment, employee relations, and HR operations expertise.
• Solid understanding of UAE Labour Law and HR best practices.
• Experience supporting HR projects or transformation initiatives.

Key Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to build trusted relationships with managers and employees
• Problem solving and conflict resolution capability
• Organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Confidentiality and discretion
• Team leadership and coaching skills
• Proactive, solutions-oriented mindset

Location: Abu Dhabi