HR Manager

Job Description Roles & Responsibilities 1. Strategic HR Leadership Develop and execute group-wide HR strategies aligned with organizational goals and business growth plans. Serve as a strategic HR business partner to senior leadership and department heads. Report directly to the Chairman on all HR activities, updates, and initiatives. Drive organizational development, workforce planning, and succession planning initiatives. Lead change management during expansion, restructuring, or transformation projects. 2. Recruitment, Talent & Workforce Management Oversee end-to-end recruitment, including workforce planning, sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding. Ensure attraction, retention, and development of high-performing talent. Strengthen employer branding to attract top talent. 3. Performance, KPI & Employee Development Design and manage performance appraisal systems and KPI metrics aligned with business objectives. Identify training needs and coordinate learning and development programs. Support leadership development and career progression initiatives. Create and maintain salary bands and compensation frameworks across the organization. 4. Employee Relations & Engagement Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance workplace culture. Manage employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary actions with confidentiality. Drive employee engagement and internal communication initiatives. 5. HR Policies, Compliance & Governance Develop, implement, and standardize HR policies across the Group. Ensure full compliance with UAE labor law, JAFZA regulations, and internal policies. Maintain accurate HR records and employee data, ensuring data integrity and accessibility. 6. Compensation, Payroll & HR Operations Oversee payroll processing, benefits administration, and compensation structures. Ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely execution of HR operations. Manage HRIS, data integrity, and reporting. 7. Systems, Structuring & Reporting Utilize HRIS, Oracle, and MS Office tools for HR operations and analytics. Provide regular HR reports and insights to the Chairman and senior management. Structure HR processes, data systems, and reporting mechanisms for operational efficiency. Desired Candidate Profile Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred) Minimum 8-10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial or senior HR role Prior experience within FMCG, manufacturing, distribution, or a diversified group of companies is highly preferred Strong knowledge of UAE labor law, JAFZA regulations, and HR best practices Proven experience managing HR across multiple business units or locations Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills High level of integrity with the ability to manage sensitive matters confidentially Proficiency in HRIS, Oracle software, and MS Office Suite Employment Type Full Time Company Industry FMCGFoodsBeverages Department / Functional Area HRHuman RelationsIndustrial Relations Keywords HR ComplianceHR DirectorHuman Resources ManagerTalent AcquisitionWorkforce Development ManagerHR MetricsPeople Operations ManagerTraining And Development Get real-time job updates only on our App