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UAE National Human Resources Executive

Ounass
Full-time
On-site
Dubai, 03

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UAE National Human Resources Executive at Ounass in Dubai is a full-time onsite role in the People team focused on HR operations, employee relations, Emiratisation, recruitment coordination. You’ll manage end-to-end recruitment, lead Emiratisation pipelines, handle ER inquiries, onboard/offboard staff, maintain HRIS, support payroll, and ensure UAE labour law and visa compliance, while delivering HR metrics. Ideal candidate: UAE national, 1–3 years in HR, labour law knowledge, HRIS and spreadsheet proficiency, strong communication, organized, proactive, and English fluent, Arabic a plus. They offer development, competitive pay and an inclusive culture. Tips: tailor your CV to highlight Emiratisation impact and recruitment wins; show you can manage multiple priorities with a customer centric mindset and connect your experience to Emiratisation targets and HR delivery.

Job Overview

We are seeking a UAE National Human Resources Executive to join our People team and support the delivery of strategic and operational HR services across the business. The role will focus on HR operations, employee relations, Emiratisation initiatives, recruitment coordination and HR policy administration, working closely with hiring managers and cross‑functional partners to ensure timely, compliant and customer‑centric HR solutions.

Key Responsibilities

  • Support end‑to‑end recruitment activities including job postings, candidate screening, interview coordination and offer administration, ensuring a positive candidate experience

  • Drive Emiratisation programmes and initiatives by identifying talent pipelines, liaising with government bodies and education partners, and tracking national hire targets

  • Act as first point of contact for employee relations enquiries, providing guidance on policies, resolving routine issues and escalating complex matters to senior HR partners

  • Manage HR onboarding and offboarding processes, including documentation, inductions, probation tracking and exit formalities to ensure accurate records and compliance

  • Maintain HRIS and employee records with high accuracy; run standard reports and support data requests for workforce planning and management reporting

  • Support payroll and benefits administration by coordinating with external providers, validating inputs and resolving routine queries

  • Contribute to learning and development logistics, including coordination of training sessions, enrolments and post‑training feedback collection

  • Assist in the implementation and communication of HR policies, procedures and employee engagement activities to foster an inclusive workplace culture

  • Support compliance with UAE labour law and local regulatory requirements, including visa and labour documentation for national and expatriate employees

  • Prepare HR metrics, trackers and basic analysis to identify trends and support continuous improvement initiatives

  • Collaborate with Operations, Finance and Legal teams on cross‑functional HR projects and ad hoc requests

What We’re Looking For

  • UAE national (Emirati) with eligibility to work in the UAE

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related discipline, or equivalent practical experience

  • 1–3 years’ experience in HR generalist, HR operations or recruitment coordination, ideally within a fast‑paced corporate or retail environment

  • Good working knowledge of UAE labour law and Emiratisation policies

  • Confident user of HRIS, Microsoft Excel and Google Workspace for reporting, trackers and process administration

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a professional approach to confidential matters

  • Organised and detail‑oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines

  • Proactive, collaborative and solution‑focused with a customer‑centric mindset

  • Fluent in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage

What We Offer

  • Opportunity to play a central role in shaping Emiratisation and HR delivery at a growing organisation

  • Structured onboarding and access to professional development and mentoring

  • Competitive salary and comprehensive employee benefits

  • Collaborative, inclusive culture with opportunities to work on cross‑functional projects

  • Employee discounts and wellbeing initiatives

If you are a motivated UAE national looking to develop your HR career and make an impact across people and culture programmes, we encourage you to apply.