HR Officer

Job description / Role

Our client is seeking a dedicated and proactive HR Officer to join our dynamic marketing agency in Abu Dhabi, UAE. The ideal candidate will support the full spectrum of HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and compliance. The HR Officer will play a crucial role in fostering a positive work environment and ensuring the agency's HR policies align with best practices and local labor laws.

Key Responsibilities:
- Collaborate with department heads to understand hiring needs and create job descriptions.
- Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including posting job ads, screening applications, conducting interviews, and extending job offers.
- Oversee the onboarding process, ensuring new hires are well-integrated into the agency and understand their roles and responsibilities.
- Act as a point of contact for employees to address HR-related inquiries and resolve issues promptly.
- Support the development and implementation of employee engagement initiatives.
- Mediate conflicts and facilitate discussions to maintain a harmonious workplace.
- Assist in setting up and maintaining the performance review process.
- Work with managers to identify training and development needs and provide resources for employee growth.
- Monitor performance improvement plans and support employees in meeting their targets.
- Ensure all HR policies and procedures comply with local labor laws and regulations.
- Update and maintain employee records in accordance with best practices and data protection policies.
- Support audits and inspections as needed.
- Assist in payroll preparation and coordinate with finance to ensure timely salary disbursement.
- Handle employee benefits administration, including health insurance and other perks.
- Address questions regarding compensation, benefits, and other related policies.
- Identify training needs in collaboration with department heads and coordinate training programs.
- Organize workshops and professional development sessions to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
- Maintain HR systems and ensure all employee information is current and accurate.
- Prepare reports and present HR metrics to management as required.
- Handle other HR-related administrative tasks as needed.

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Minimum of 2-4 years of HR experience, preferably within a marketing agency or creative industry.
- Solid understanding of local labor laws and employment practices.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
- Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.

About the Company

We lead in the creation and delivery of innovative workforce solutions and services that enable our clients to win in the changing world of work.

ManpowerGroup powers the success of many of the world's most dynamic organizations. We deliver innovative workforce solutions that enhance competitiveness, increase efficiency and spur productivity. Combining global reach with local expertise - 3600 offices in over 80 countries - we know the changing world of work and bring a deep understanding of the companies we work for and the industries we service.

ManpowerGroup entered the Middle East in December 2007 after acquiring local company Clarendon Parker, thus bringing 15 years in-depth local knowledge combined with a global footprint and industry shaping expertise and thought leadership. Manpower Middle East supports clients in the Middle East and North Africa regions. Our business is aligned to key skill specializations to ensure our clients requirements are met by expert and knowledgeable consultants that understand your industry and role requirement.

Our consultants are experts in finding the right talent across all industries in a broad-range of occupations including:

• IT & Telecommunications
• Engineering & Construction, Oil & Gas
• Banking, Finance & Legal
• Sales & Business Development
• Marketing, Public Relations & Communications
• Human Resources & Training
• Customer & Support Services (Secretarial and Administrative)
• Operational, Supply Chain & Logistics
• Executive Recruitment
• Emiratization Solutions
• Recruitment Program Outsourcing Solutions
• Managed Service Provider Solutions
• Talent Based Outsourcing Solutions
• Outsourced Staffing Solutions