HR Officer

Our client is a leading company in the
oil & gas industry, providing specialized services and solutions across the
region. 

Position Summary:

We are looking for an experienced HR Officer to join our team in Dubai (JAFZA). The ideal
candidate will manage day-to-day HR operations, ensuring compliance with JAFZA
regulations. Key responsibilities include HR documentation management, employee
relations, payroll processing, and support with general HR administrative
tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

HR Operations & Administration

• Manage
  full employee lifecycle documentation (onboarding, contracts, visa
  renewals, offboarding, etc.).
  
• Maintain
  and update employee records in compliance with legal requirements and
  company policies.
  
• Liaise
  with JAFZA authorities for visa processing, work permits, and other
  related HR services.
  
• Handle
  employee queries regarding policies, procedures, and labor law compliance.
  

Payroll & Compensation

• Prepare
  and process monthly payroll in coordination with Finance.
  
• Manage
  attendance, leaves, overtime, and other payroll components.
  
• Ensure
  accurate calculation of salaries, deductions, and end-of-service benefits
  as per UAE Labor Law.
  

Documentation & Compliance

• Manage
  HR filing system (digital and physical), ensuring accuracy and
  confidentiality.
  
• Monitor
  and update HR policies and procedures to comply with JAFZA and UAE labor
  laws.
  
• Prepare
  HR reports and documentation required for audits or management review.
  

Employee Relations & Support

• Provide
  support in employee engagement and welfare activities.
  
• Assist
  in disciplinary procedures and conflict resolution, maintaining a positive
  working environment.
  

Requirements

• Experience: Minimum 3 years in an HR role within the UAE, with at least 1 year of
  hands-on experience working in JAFZA Freezone.
  
• Industry: Oil & Gas sector experience is a plus but not mandatory.
  
• Knowledge:
  
• Strong
  understanding of UAE labor law and JAFZA regulations.
  
• Payroll
  processing knowledge (manual and automated systems).
  
• Experience
  with HR documentation and document control.
  
• Skills:
  
• Excellent
  organizational and time-management skills.
  
• High
  attention to detail and confidentiality.
  
• Proficient
  in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
  
• Good
  communication skills in English (Arabic is a plus).