Regional Human Resources Manager (6-months Contract)

Regional HR Manager – Temporary Maternity Cover

Location: Dubai, UAE

Duration: 6 Months – Maternity Cover

Contract Period: 15 December 2026 – 15 June 2027

Salary-13000-14000 AED

Working Hours:

• Monday – Thursday: 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM

• Friday: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM

Experience: 7–10 years of HR Generalist experience

DIFC MNC Experience: Mandatory

Visa: Candidates must be on their own visa valid for more than 6 months(Freelance/Spouse/Family/Golden)

Our client is the Middle East headquarters of a globally established Japanese multinational trading and investment group, with a strong international presence and operations spanning multiple industries.

Job Scope – Regional HR Manager (Temporary Maternity Cover)

• This role supports the GM of HRC in the implementation of the Regional HR and Compliance plans

• Manage salary administration, employee benefits, and compensation-related reviews and processes

• Oversee DEWS compliance, calculations, and contribution and support employee-related inquiries

• Maintain HR policies and Office Rules & Regulations (ORR), provide guidance on policy and employment law interpretation, and manage related employee communications

• Accurate calculation and administration of overtime payments on a monthly basis

• Oversee the preparation and administration of employment contracts, service agreements, and secondment arrangements, including the calculation and management of related cost recharges

• Manage employee medical insurance enrolment, claims support, and vendor relationships.

• Oversee welfare-related benefits, including annual air tickets, parking allocations, and other employee support programs

• As needed, lead end-to-end recruitment activities and workforce planning to meet regional business requirements

• Manage relationships with recruitment and staffing agencies and monitor service delivery

• Manage onboarding processes to ensure a smooth and effective employee integration experience

• Oversee employee resignation/termination processes, including accurate end-of-service benefit calculations and final settlements in line with the DIFC laws

• Support with annual goal setting, and year end appraisal cycles

• Ensure HR activities are conducted in accordance with approved Delegation of Authority requirements

• Support with the arrangements of employee town halls, and any such activities

• Provide HR guidance to ME Office GM s/HR PIC's in the region on an ongoing basis for any queries or areas of improvement

• Oversee leave and attendance administration, ensuring compliance with company policies, accurate recordkeeping, and timely resolution of employee and management queries.

• Manage HR systems and workflows, including employee records and process automation through Zoho

• Any ad-hoc tasks as assigned by the GM of HRC or the management

Job Requirements

Education

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or any related field

Experience

• Minimum 7–10 years of HR Generalist experience with responsibility for the full employee lifecycle, including at least 2 years at a managerial level

• Strong working knowledge of DIFC Employment Law, HR compliance requirements, and UAE employment practices – Mandatory

• Experience in compensation and benefits administration, including salary reviews, employee insurance, leave administration, and end-of-service benefits

• Experience managing HR processes within a Japanese multinational organization is preferred

Skills & Technical Requirements

• Strong analytical and numerical skills with the ability to interpret HR policies, employment legislation, and entitlement calculations accurately

• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills across various levels of the organization

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel, Word and PowerPoint

• Experience with Zoho People is preferable but not mandatory