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Head of Human Resources

Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across kuwait, qatar, uae with 7 recent postings.

GCC postings
7
Active markets
3
Typical experience
5+ years
In brief

A Head of Human Resources in the GCC region requires leadership, excel, communication, compliance, iso. Plan, direct, or coordinate human resources activities and staff of an organization. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Salary snapshot

What a Head of Human Resources earns in the UAE

Median monthly gross in AED for a mid-level Head of Human Resources. See the full breakdown by country and seniority.

25th percentile
19,000
Median
28,500
75th percentile
41,500
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Key responsibilities
  • 01Serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting and administering contracts and helping resolve work-related problems.
  • 02Advise managers on organizational policy matters, such as equal employment opportunity and sexual harassment, and recommend needed changes.
  • 03Analyze and modify compensation and benefits policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
  • 04Perform difficult staffing duties, including dealing with understaffing, refereeing disputes, firing employees, and administering disciplinary procedures.
  • 05Represent organization at personnel-related hearings and investigations.
  • 06Negotiate bargaining agreements and help interpret labor contracts.
  • 07Identify staff vacancies and recruit, interview, and select applicants.
  • 08Plan, direct, supervise, and coordinate work activities of subordinates and staff relating to employment, compensation, labor relations, and employee relations.
  • 09Prepare personnel forecast to project employment needs.
  • 10Provide current and prospective employees with information about policies, job duties, working conditions, wages, opportunities for promotion, and employee benefits.
  • 11Investigate and report on industrial accidents for insurance carriers.
  • 12Administer compensation, benefits, and performance management systems, and safety and recreation programs.
Required qualifications
  • — on execution capability Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills Ability to operate in a fast
  • — driven environment High level of discretion and integrity Strong negotiation, conflict resolution, and decision
  • — by the Director of Human Resources Coordinate departmental training and Coordinate the Human Resources Orientation for new hires How do I deliver this? We genuinely care
Education requirements
  • — Bachelor's degree

Required skills

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Preferred skills

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Tools & technologies

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Hiring companies we see

  • Tanami Properties
  • Tanami Properties L.L.C.
  • UNITED DEVELOPERS
  • Ansar Gallery
  • AIU
  • Hilton
  • InterContinental Hotels Group

Hired across

  • kuwait
  • qatar
  • uae
FAQ

  • What does a Head of Human Resources do in the GCC?

    A Head of Human Resources in the GCC performs core duties related to leadership, excel, communication, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

  • What qualifications do I need to be a Head of Human Resources?

    Typically a Bachelor's degree is required, with 5+ years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Head of Human Resources in the GCC?

    The role is actively hired across kuwait, qatar, uae, with consistent demand from both local and multinational employers.

  • What skills are needed for a Head of Human Resources role?

    Key skills include leadership, excel, communication, compliance, iso, negotiation, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Head of Human Resources in the GCC?

    Arabic language proficiency is often preferred but not always required. It depends on the employer, sector, and client-facing nature of the role.

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