Confidential Careers

HR Generalist (Russian speaking)

Dubai, UAEPosted 2 days ago

Salary
AED 12k–18k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Mid level
Field
Human Resources
Work mode
On site
Visa
Employer sponsors

About the role

Who we're looking for An HR Generalist with solid working knowledge of UAE labor law who is ready to do the work hands-on. Reporting to the HR Director, you will run day-to-day HR operations yourself, from contracts and onboarding to employee relations and offboarding, and be the person employees come to with their questions. What the role involves • Own HR operations end to end: offer letters, employment contracts, onboarding, probation, leave and attendance, employee records • Coordinate visa, Emirates ID, medical and labor card formalities with the PRO team; track expiries and renewals • Act as the first point of contact for employees on HR questions, grievances and disciplinary matters, in line with UAE labor law • Run terminations and resignations correctly: notice, exit documentation, end-of-service calculation, final settlement, visa cancellation • Drive engagement and retention: regular employee feedback, exit interviews, recognition initiatives; track turnover and act on the findings • Support line managers on team issues and performance conversations • Keep HR policies and documents current with legislation and maintain audit-ready records • Support hiring when vacancies arise and improve HR processes as the organization grows What we expect • HR generalist experience in the UAE with real ownership of day-to-day operations • Strong practical knowledge of UAE labor law: contracts, probation, leave entitlements, end-of-service, disciplinary procedures, visa cycle • Hands-on experience with employee relations and engagement initiatives • Strong administration discipline: accuracy, deadlines, documentation • Ability to work independently without waiting for instructions • Confident communication with managers and employees alike, across cultures What we offer A broad generalist role with real ownership of HR operations and the employee experience, working closely with the HR Director. You will see how HR decisions are made and have a direct say in how processes are built. The package includes a competitive salary, comprehensive health insurance, residency sponsorship, and paid leave in line with UAE standards. This is a long-term opportunity in a stable and growing organization.

Requirements

HR generalist experience in the UAE with real ownership of day-to-day operations; Strong practical knowledge of UAE labor law: contracts, probation, leave entitlements, end-of-service, disciplinary procedures, visa cycle; Hands-on experience with employee relations and engagement initiatives; Strong administration discipline: accuracy, deadlines, documentation; Ability to work independently without waiting for instructions; Confident communication with managers and employees alike, across cultures.

Responsibilities

Own HR operations end to end: offer letters, employment contracts, onboarding, probation, leave and attendance, employee records; Coordinate visa, Emirates ID, medical and labor card formalities with the PRO team; track expiries and renewals; Act as the first point of contact for employees on HR questions, grievances and disciplinary matters, in line with UAE labor law; Run terminations and resignations correctly: notice, exit documentation, end-of-service calculation, final settlement, visa cancellation; Drive engagement and retention: regular employee feedback, exit interviews, recognition initiatives; track turnover and act on the findings; Support line managers on team issues and performance conversations; Keep HR policies and documents current with legislation and maintain audit-ready records; Support hiring when vacancies arise and improve HR processes as the organization grows.

Skills

  • UAE labor law knowledge
  • HR operations
  • employee relations
  • onboarding
  • visa and PRO coordination
  • end-of-service calculations
  • employee records management
  • termination and severance processing
  • policy maintenance
  • auditing and compliance

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