Human Resources Officer at Small Steps Big Dreams in Dubai

Job Summary

We are looking for a proactive and organised Human Resources Officer to join our team in Dubai. The successful candidate will support day-to-day HR operations, recruitment, employee relations, payroll coordination, employee documentation, and compliance with UAE Labour Law.

The ideal candidate should have hands-on HR experience in the UAE, strong organisational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage confidential employee information professionally.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations and employee lifecycle processes.
• Support recruitment activities, including CV screening, interview coordination, candidate communication, offer letters, and onboarding.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, HR files, and documentation.
• Monitor employee attendance, leave, timesheets, and related HR queries.
• Assist with monthly payroll preparation and ensure employee data is accurate.
• Coordinate employee visas, work permits, Emirates ID, and other employment-related documentation and renewals.
• Monitor staff professional licences, certifications, mandatory training, and other compliance requirements.
• Support employee relations, disciplinary procedures, performance management, and other HR matters.
• Ensure HR practices and documentation comply with UAE Labour Law and company policies.
• Coordinate employee inductions, training programmes, and HR-related activities.
• Maintain and update HR systems and databases, including BreatheHR.
• Prepare HR reports, trackers, and other HR documentation as required.
• Provide administrative and operational support to the HR Manager.
• Maintain strict confidentiality when handling employee information and sensitive HR matters.

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of HR experience in the UAE.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Good working knowledge of UAE Labour Law and HR practices.
• Hands-on experience in recruitment and general HR administration.
• Experience with employee records, attendance, leave, payroll support, and HR documentation.
• Familiarity with UAE visa, work permit, Emirates ID, and employment processes.
• Good knowledge of HR systems and Microsoft Office.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.
• Male candidates preferred.

Preferred Skills

• HR Operations
• Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
• Employee Relations
• UAE Labour Law
• Payroll Coordination
• HR Administration
• Attendance & Leave Management
• Employee Records Management
• Visa & Work Permit Processing
• HRIS / BreatheHR
• Microsoft Office

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to send their updated CV to:

admin.hr@smallstepsbd.com

Please use “HR Officer” as the subject of your email.

Pay: From AED4,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person