HR Manager

Job description / Role

Job Title: HR Manager – Retail

Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Retail
Experience Required: Minimum 5 years in HR, preferably within the retail sector

Job Overview:

We are seeking an experienced HR Manager to join a leading retail brand in Dubai. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing all aspects of human resources, including talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and organizational development. You will play a key role in shaping the company’s HR strategy, ensuring compliance with local labor laws, and supporting the company’s growth and culture.

Key Responsibilities:
- Lead recruitment efforts to attract top talent across various retail positions.
- Develop and implement HR policies and procedures.
- Manage employee relations, performance reviews, and retention strategies.
- Ensure compliance with local labor laws and company standards.
- Provide strategic guidance to management on HR best practices.

Ideal Candidate Profile: HR Manager – Retail (Dubai)

The ideal candidate for this HR Manager role will have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in HR management, preferably within the retail industry. They should possess a deep understanding of UAE labor laws, strong expertise in recruitment, employee relations, and performance management, and be adept at developing and implementing HR strategies that support company growth.

This individual will be a natural leader with excellent communication and interpersonal skills, able to build strong relationships with both employees and senior management. A proven ability to navigate HR challenges in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, while maintaining a focus on organizational culture and employee retention, is essential.

If you're a proactive and results-driven HR professional with a passion for people management in the retail sector, this role could be a perfect fit!

Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of HR management experience, ideally within the retail industry.
- Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws.
- Excellent communication and leadership skills.

If you’re passionate about people management and have a track record of success in retail HR, we’d love to hear from you!

About the Company

Quest Search & Selection is a specialist recruitment consultancy with over 20 years' experience in sourcing the world's best candidates for the global Retail, FMCG and Hospitality sectors.

With offices in the UK & Dubai, we have an international presence and a global reach. Our recruiters place candidates locally and internationally for a wide variety of roles focusing on the following areas:

Retail Buying & Merchandising, E-commerce & Digital, Food & Beverage, Hotels, Hospitality & Operations, Retail Stores & Operations, HR & Recruitment, Procurement, Supply Chain & Logistics, Sales & Marketing, Technical and New Product Development.

We work in partnership with our clients who range from famous international brands within the Retail, Restaurant, Hotel and Consumer products space. Our reputation is built on our in-depth understanding of the industry and our consultants' skill, knowledge and passion for their sectors.