HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist

KOJ Interiors is a UAE-based construction and interior fit-out company delivering high-quality commercial and hospitality projects. We are seeking an HR & Talent Acquisition Specialist to manage HR operations, recruitment, PRO activities and cash liquidation. Talent Acquisition Manage end-to-end recruitment for site, technical and office roles: sourcing, screening, interviews, offers and onboarding. Work with department heads on manpower planning and job descriptions. Source candidates through job portals, LinkedIn, agencies and referrals, and maintain a strong talent pipeline. Prepare offer letters and coordinate pre-joining requirements. HR Operations Maintain accurate employee records, HRIS data and personnel files. Coordinate monthly payroll inputs (attendance, overtime, leave) and WPS compliance with Finance. Administer leave, attendance, probation reviews, and medical insurance additions/deletions. Support HR policies, employee relations and compliance with UAE Labour Law. PRO & Government Relations Handle employment visas, Emirates ID, labour contracts, renewals and cancellations via MOHRE, GDRFA/ICP, Tasheel, Amer and related portals. Track expiry of visas, trade licences, Emirates IDs and company documents to ensure timely renewal. Coordinate company establishment card, trade licence and other government documents. Cash Advances & Liquidation Manage cash advances and petty cash for HR and PRO expenses (visa fees, government charges, medical tests, typing centre fees). Prepare and submit expense liquidation reports to Finance on time with original receipts and supporting documents. Reconcile cash advances against actual spending and settle or return any balance. Keep accurate records of government transactions and payments for audit and cost control. Employee Exits & Final Settlements Manage resignations, terminations, exit interviews and clearance. Calculate end-of-service gratuity, leave encashment and final settlements per UAE Labour Law. Process visa and labour card cancellations and close government records.

Desired Candidate Profile

Requirements Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration or a related field is preferred. 3 to 7 years of HR experience covering recruitment, HR operations and PRO work, with at least 3 years in the UAE. Experience in construction, fit-out or contracting is strongly preferred. Sound knowledge of UAE Labour Law, MOHRE/WPS procedures and gratuity calculations. Hands-on experience with MOHRE, GDRFA/ICP, Tasheel and Amer systems. Experience managing petty cash, cash advances and expense liquidation, and coordinating with Finance. Proficient in MS Office (especially Excel) and HRIS/payroll systems. Excellent communication skills in English; Arabic is an advantage. UAE driving licence preferred. Immediate joiners or short notice period preferred. Employment Type Full-time