HR Manager Operations

HR Operations Manager Job Description 

Position Summary

The HR Operations Manager oversees all HR administrative and operational functions, ensuring compliance with UAE labor laws, smooth HR processes, and efficient employee lifecycle management. This role focuses on payroll, attendance, leave management, HR policies, employee records, and HR systems, rather than recruitment.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage HR administrative operations, including employee records, contracts, and documentation

• Ensure accurate and timely processing of payroll, attendance, and leave management

• Administer HR policies, procedures, and compliance with UAE labor laws

• Handle visa, work permit, and labor law compliance for employees in the UAE

• Manage HR systems (HRIS/ERP) and maintain data integrity

• Support onboarding and offboarding processes from an operational standpoint

• Prepare HR reports, dashboards, and analytics for management

• Coordinate with finance and other departments for HR-related operational requirements

• Implement and monitor HR workflows and standard operating procedures

• Ensure smooth communication and support for employee inquiries related to HR operations

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

• 5+ years of experience in HR operations or HR administration

• Knowledge of UAE labor law, visa regulations, and HR compliance

• Experience with HRIS, payroll software, and HR systems

• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills

Skills

• Payroll processing and benefits administration

• HR policy implementation and compliance

• HRIS/HR software management

• Reporting and HR analytics

• Attention to detail and process orientation

• Communication and cross-department coordination