HR Analyst/L&D (Government Entity)

Terracotta is currently recruiting an HR Analyst – Learning & Development for a 6-month Interim assignment (Possible Extension) with a leading organization in Abu Dhabi.

This is a hands-on HR role with a strong focus on Learning & Development, supporting the coordination and delivery of internal training programs while also contributing to employee engagement, HR reporting, administration, and broader HR initiatives.

The successful candidate will join a small, fast-paced Talent & Development team and will need to be highly organized, proactive, and comfortable managing multiple priorities and stakeholders.

Position: HR Analyst – Learning & Development

Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE

Contract: 6 Months (Possible Extension)

Work Arrangement: Fully Onsite

Please Note: Maximum notice period of one month

Key Responsibilities

Learning & Development

• Coordinate internal training programs, learning initiatives, and awareness sessions.
• Support the preparation and management of training plans, calendars, schedules, and materials.
• Liaise with employees, internal stakeholders, and external training providers.
• Track training participation, follow up on outstanding actions, and maintain accurate L&D records.
• Coordinate training vendor requirements, including administrative and payment follow-up.
• Support the implementation and administration of L&D policies, procedures, and internal processes.
• Prepare professional PowerPoint presentations and learning materials.
• Support employee engagement and Talent & Development initiatives.
• Ensure agreed actions and deliverables are followed through in a timely manner.

HR Reporting & Analytics

• Gather, maintain, and analyze HR data.
• Track HR KPIs and workforce trends.
• Prepare recurring and ad-hoc HR reports, dashboards, and management presentations.
• Support analysis across areas such as headcount, turnover, recruitment, training, and employee engagement.
• Maintain a high level of HR data accuracy and integrity.
• Identify opportunities to improve and automate HR reporting processes.

HR Operations & Administration

• Provide general HR coordination and administrative support.
• Assist with onboarding, offboarding, and employee documentation.
• Respond to day-to-day employee queries and coordinate required follow-up.
• Support HR policies, procedures, and employee engagement activities.
• Coordinate with internal functions including Finance, IT, Legal, and Strategy.
• Manage multiple administrative requirements and changing priorities within the HR function.

Candidate Requirements

• Minimum 2+ years of HR experience in the UAE
• Hands-on experience within Learning & Development / Training Coordination and HR reporting/Analytics
• Experience within energy, utilities, infrastructure, or construction in a corporate/headquarters-based environment
• Strong stakeholder management and interpersonal skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Experience with HR reporting, dashboards, and data analysis.
• Strong organizational skills with excellent attention to detail and follow-through.
• Comfortable balancing administrative responsibilities with employee and stakeholder interaction.
• Able to work effectively in a fast-moving environment with changing priorities.
• Power BI experience is advantageous.

If you are an HR professional with hands-on L&D experience who enjoys coordinating people, programs, data, and stakeholders, we would be interested in hearing from you.