HR Officer

Job Description

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Support recruitment of teaching and non-teaching staff in coordination with SSC (School Support Center) HR.
• Manage onboarding, contracts, inductions, and pre-employment documentation.
• Coordinate visa, travel, and joining formalities with Government Relations and relevant teams.
  
  

• Manage day-to-day HR operations, HRIS (DAX), employee records, and reporting.
• Administer HR policies, benefits, employee documentation, and statutory letters.
• Prepare HR reports and support audits, ERP initiatives, and ad-hoc HR projects.
  
  

• Coordinate KHDA/MOE teacher licensing, appointment letters, and stipends in liaison with Government Relations.
  
  

• Ensure adherence to UAE Labour Law and GEMS Group HR policies.
• Liaise with PRO/GR team for visa and legal requirements.
• Maintain HR data accuracy and prepare reports as needed.
  
  

• Act as the first point of contact for employee relations matters.
• Advise management and staff on HR policies and UAE Labour Law.
• Support investigations, counselling, and employee engagement initiatives.
  
  

• Manage end-to-end employee separations in line with legal and policy requirements.
• Conduct exit interviews and provide insights to school leadership.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably within an educational or international setting.
• In-depth knowledge of UAE Labour Law and KHDA regulations.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism.
• Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.