Job Description

Job Title: Personnel Manager

Location: Dubai, UAE

Employment Type: Full-Time

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute a comprehensive global talent acquisition strategy to identify and attract skilled professionals for building contracting. Utilize diverse channels for international sourcing, including global job boards, professional networks, international recruitment agencies, and industry-specific events. Manage the full recruitment lifecycle for overseas candidates, including screening, virtual interviewing, and coordinating with hiring managers across different time zones. Build and maintain a robust pipeline of qualified international candidates for current and future needs. Act as the primary expert on the UAE work permit and visa sponsorship process, including employment visas, residence permits, and Emirates IDs. Manage the complete workflow on the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE) portal for quota approval, work permit issuance, and contract attestation. Liaise with and manage the company's PRO to facilitate all government transactions related to employee visas, ensuring accuracy and timeliness. Guide new hires through the medical fitness test, biometrics, and all other steps required for residency. Manage the visa cancellation and labour card cancellation process for departing employees in full compliance with UAE regulations. Develop and manage a comprehensive relocation program for international hires, including coordination of flight bookings, temporary accommodation, and area orientation. Facilitate a smooth onboarding process, including opening bank accounts, obtaining a UAE driver's license, and cultural integration support. Ensure 100% compliance with the UAE Labour Law and all subsequent regulations. Maintain meticulous and confidential employee records as per MOHRE requirements, including contract copies and visa documents. Serve as the first point of contact for all employee relations matters, providing guidance and resolving issues in line with UAE legal standards.

Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Personal network with recruitment agencies and government typing centers in the UAE. Fluency in Arabic (written & spoken) or other languages is a plus.
Job Type: Full-time

Application Question(s):

What is your salary expectation? What is your notice period?
Experience:

* construction: 10 years (Required)