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Human Resources Director

Recruit, screen, interview, or place individuals within an organization. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across saudi, uae with 5 recent postings.

GCC postings
5
Active markets
2
Typical experience
15+ years
In brief

A Human Resources Director in the GCC region requires compliance, leadership, arabic, english, aws. Recruit, screen, interview, or place individuals within an organization. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Salary snapshot

What a Human Resources Director earns in the UAE

Median monthly gross in AED for a mid-level Human Resources Director. 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
  • 01: Develop and implement HR strategies that support the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organization. Lead the recruitment process, ensuring the acquisition of high
  • 02Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.
  • 03Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork.
  • 04Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
  • 05Prepare or maintain employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions, using human resources management system software.
  • 06Address employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns.
  • 07Review employment applications and job orders to match applicants with job requirements.
  • 08Inform job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, or promotion opportunities.
  • 09Select qualified job applicants or refer them to managers, making hiring recommendations when appropriate.
  • 10Schedule or conduct new employee orientations.
  • 11Maintain and update human resources documents, such as organizational charts, employee handbooks or directories, or performance evaluation forms.
  • 12Confer with management to develop or implement personnel policies or procedures.
Required qualifications
  • — and minimizes risks.
  • — Maintain strong employee relations and handle sensitive matters fairly and professionally Skills 10
Preferred qualifications
  • — 15+ years of HR experience, including a senior leadership role FMCG background strongly preferred (or similarly fast
  • — on leadership style Bachelor’s degree required; CIPD/SHRM is a plus English required; Arabic is an advantage Apply directly on imtiaz partners website
Education requirements
  • — Bachelor's degree

Required skills

complianceleadershiparabicenglishawsReading ComprehensionActive ListeningWriting

Preferred skills

SpeakingCritical ThinkingActive LearningLearning StrategiesMonitoringSocial PerceptivenessCoordinationNegotiationInstructingService OrientationComplex Problem SolvingJudgment and Decision Making

Tools & technologies

awsAdobe AcrobatAdobe Creative Cloud softwareAdobe DreamweaverAdobe Human Capital Application Solution AcceleratorAdobe IllustratorAdobe InDesignAdobe LifeCycle Enterprise SuiteAdobe PhotoshopADP Workforce NowAdvanced business application programming ABAPAirtableApple Final Cut ProApple macOSApplicant tracking softwareApplicantPro iApplicants

Hiring companies we see

  • Imtiaz Partners
  • Global Corporation
  • Guildhall Group
  • Travelex

Hired across

  • saudi
  • uae
FAQ

  • What does a Human Resources Director do in the GCC?

    A Human Resources Director in the GCC performs core duties related to compliance, leadership, arabic, adapted to the regional business environment and regulatory framework.

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

    Typically a Bachelor's degree is required, with 15+ years of experience in the field.

  • What is the demand for Human Resources Director in the GCC?

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

  • What skills are needed for a Human Resources Director role?

    Key skills include compliance, leadership, arabic, english, aws, Reading Comprehension, along with strong communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Do I need Arabic to work as a Human Resources Director 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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