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This opportunity is with a prominent organisation operating in the Industrial sector. As a large organisation, they are known for their commitment to excellence and innovation in their field, offering a professional environment that supports career growth.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Strategic HR Leadership: Design and execute HR strategies aligned with organisational goals.
• Talent Acquisition: Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, from sourcing to selection.
• Employee Relations: Handle workplace issues, grievances, and disciplinary actions.
• Performance Management: Collaborate with leadership to implement performance systems and feedback mechanisms.
• Learning & Development: Lead onboarding, identify skill gaps, and oversee training initiatives.
• Compensation & Benefits: Develop and manage competitive salary structures and benefits programs.
• Policy & Compliance: Create HR policies ensuring alignment with legal and regulatory standards.
• Workforce Planning: Analyse staffing trends and guide succession planning and talent development.
• Employee Engagement: Launch initiatives to boost morale, satisfaction, and retention.
• Legal Compliance: Ensure adherence to labour laws and internal policies.
• HR Technology: Implement and maintain HRIS and digital tools to enhance HR operations.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Champion inclusive practices and a diverse workplace culture.
• Conflict Resolution: Mediate disputes and foster a collaborative environment.
• Employee Well-being: Promote health, safety, and wellness across the organisation.

The successful candidate will possess the following qualities:

• 15+ years of HR experience, including 5 years in a senior leadership role
• Industrial sector track record with strong involvement in managing large blue collar population organisations
• Western Market experience
• Proven strategic thinking and business insight.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated success in leading transformative HR initiatives.
• Experience in managing HR across multiple business units or within a group structure.
• Skilled in conflict resolution and problem-solving.
• Proficient in HR systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Familiarity with complex, diverse organisational environments.

Apt Resources is seeking a dynamic and experienced Human Resources Relationship Manager to join a reputable hospitality solutions company headquartered in Dubai. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible foroverseeing HR service delivery to multiple boutique hotel clientsthrough a team of HR Executives placed at client sites. The role ensures process accuracy, compliance with labor laws, and timely payroll execution, while acting as the keyliaison between client hotel management and the mother company. Success in this role depends on deliveringflawless payroll accuracy, effective HR process ownership (Employee Records, Onboarding, Attendance, Leave Management, ESS, Accommodation, Assets allocation and retrieval, Recruitment for Client and for Future Hospitality Solutions), andprofessional, clear communication with all stakeholders.

• Act as the primary HR Relationship Manager for assigned hotel clients, ensuring prompt query resolution and proactive HR support.
• Conduct regular review checks on HR Executive outputs: records, compliance registers, payroll error-free delivery.
• Audit HR processes periodically for accuracy, adherence to SLAs, and client satisfaction.
• Prepare and present consolidated HR reports (payroll summaries, attrition, attendance, leave balances) for both client management and the outsourcing firm’s leadership.
• Ensure crisp, consistent, and professional communication with client Hotel General Managers / Owners on all HR matters.
• Escalate critical issues / risks (legal, compliance, manpower shortages) promptly to the head office.
• Mentor and develop HR Executives to ensure strong client-facing HR advisory capability.
• Drive standardization of HR processes across all client properties served.
• Directly supervise a team of HR Executives deployed at client boutique hotels.
• Provide guidance, set performance metrics, monitor outcomes, and conduct appraisals for direct reports.
• Foster a service excellence culture within the HR team to ensure client satisfaction.
• Ensure accuracy of payroll data and statutory filings, protecting the firm and clients against financial penalties.
• Support budgeting for manpower, HR activities, and resource allocation across client hotels.
• Support business development efforts by participating in client pitches and showcasing robust HR processes.
• Contribute ideas for continuous improvement in HR outsourcing operations and service delivery frameworks.
• Ensure readiness to handle urgent client requirements (last-minute hires, payroll revisions, compliance audits).

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Hospitality Management, or related discipline.
• A minimum of 12 years of HR experience, with at least five years of executive HR experience and at least five years of international HR experience.
• Ability to build and maintain professional relationships with all levels of staff
• Strong problem-solving abilities and conflict resolution skills
• Hands-on experience with HR software (ERP, HRIS, ATS)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to interpret business and operational needs and develop integrated, creative solutions.
• Must be able to use judgment and diplomacy in interfacing with all levels of employees
• Thorough knowledge of UAE Labor law

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• Developing and implementing HR strategies that support the organisation's overall business objectives.
• Leading the recruitment process, ensuring the attraction and retention of top talent across all company levels.
• Overseeing employee training and development programs to enhance skills and career growth opportunities.
• Fostering a positive organisational culture that promotes employee engagement, diversity, and inclusion.
• Managing performance management processes, ensuring that employees receive constructive feedback and recognition.
• Ensuring compliance with Indian labour laws and regulations and implementing best practices in HR policies and procedures.
• Collaborating with senior leadership to address workforce planning, succession planning, and organisational development needs.
• Utilising data and analytics to measure HR effectiveness and inform strategic decisions.
• Promoting diversity and inclusion initiatives to create a culture of equality.

• Create and manage the HR budget, ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Conduct employee surveys and feedback sessions to assess satisfaction and identify areas for improvement.
• Facilitate conflict resolution and guide on employee relations issues.
• Analyse HR metrics and reports to inform decision-making and drive continuous improvement in HR processes.
• Lead and mentor the HR team, fostering professional development and enhancing team performance.
• Manage succession planning efforts to ensure leadership development and continuity.
• Stay informed about HR trends and changes in labour laws to ensure the organisation remains compliant.

• BSc Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8 years of progressive HR experience or senior HR leadership role.
• CIPD (preferred, not essential)
• Previous construction market experience is essential
• Arabic speaking
• Deep understanding of organisational development, employee engagement, and change management.
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, practices, and employment laws in India.
• Familiarity with HR software and systems (e.g., ATS, HRIS, performance management tools).
• Understanding of diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organisation.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a data-driven approach to HR decision-making.
• Ability to lead and motivate a diverse team in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and drive change within a company.
• Experience in developing and managing HR budgets.
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

• Proficiency in multiple languages can be advantageous.

Location: Dubai, UAE

Company: Confidential

Salary: AED 15,000 - AED 20,000

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic professional for the position of Senior Manager, Human Resources. The Senior Manager Human Resources will be responsible for overseeing and managing all aspects of the HR function within our organization. This role requires a strong understanding of HR best practices, strategic thinking, and excellent leadership skills. The Senior Manager will collaborate with senior executives and business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies that align with the company's goals and objectives.

1. HR Strategy and Planning:
   • Develop and implement HR strategies, policies, and procedures to support the organization's strategic goals.
   • Partner with senior leaders to identify HR priorities and create action plans to address critical HR needs.
   • Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to ensure the HR function remains innovative and effective.
2. Talent Acquisition and Management:
   • Oversee the recruitment and selection process, ensuring the organization attracts and retains top talent.
   • Develop strategies for sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and making hiring decisions.
   • Implement performance management systems and processes to foster employee growth, development, and engagement.
   • Develop succession planning initiatives to identify and develop key talent within the organization.
3. Employee Relations and Engagement:
   • Serve as a trusted advisor and provide guidance on employee relations matters, ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.
   • Foster a positive and inclusive work environment by promoting employee engagement, recognition, and communication initiatives.
   • Oversee employee satisfaction surveys and use the data to drive improvements in organizational culture and employee experience.
4. Compensation and Benefits:
   • Collaborate with senior management to develop and administer competitive compensation and benefits programs.
   • Ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations related to compensation, benefits, and payroll.
   • Conduct regular market research to benchmark compensation and benefits packages against industry standards.
5. Training and Development:
   • Identify training needs and develop initiatives to enhance employee skills and competencies.
   • Coordinate with department managers to design and deliver training programs that address specific development needs.
   • Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of training initiatives and make adjustments as necessary.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree preferred).
• Proven experience (8+ years) in HR management roles, with a focus on strategic HR planning.
• Solid knowledge of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to build and motivate high-performing teams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Experience in talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and compensation planning.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Join our team as a Senior Manager, Human Resources and play a key role in shaping our organization's culture, talent, and overall success. We offer a competitive salary, a comprehensive benefits package, and opportunities for professional growth and development.

About The Role

The Assistant Human Resources Manager supports the HR function in delivering a high level of service to both employees and management. This role assists with recruitment, employee relations, payroll coordination, and HR administration while ensuring compliance with hotel policies, labor law, and brand standards. The position plays a key role in fostering a positive workplace culture that reflects the hotel’s values and service excellence.

• Assist in developing and driving the HR Strategy in line with Kerzner Global HR direction and monitor its execution to ensure achievement of the objectives.
• Internal communications are well planned and coordinated so that colleagues receive relevant and timely messages in an appropriate style and medium.
• Assist Dir. HR drives the annual HR budget process and ensures direct reports’ P&Ls are well managed and monitored.
• Ensures localization initiatives are well communicated and fully supported.
• Assists in Consults on workforce planning activities to optimize staffing levels, productivity, and service standards most cost-effectively.
• Assist the Director of HR to regularly analyzing and reviewing HR statistics to identify trends so that attention can be directed to key issues and resources adjusted accordingly.
• Liaises with line departments for manpower planning and conducts interviews for Management positions.
• Ensures the onboarding process of all colleagues is handled professionally and positively to expedite the settling-in period.
• Assist the Director of HR in conducting the annual HR Review to ensure adherence to company standards.
• Ensures CES results are communicated, analyzed, and action plans are developed and reviewed regularly to improve colleagues’ working and living conditions.
• Ensures all activities in the management performance process are well executed so that colleagues have the opportunity to participate, receive feedback and be given opportunities to develop.
• Manages the talent management process to ensure talent management is fully embraced and the benefits are fully realized.
• Works closely with other Kerzner properties to identify and transfer relevant talent within the company.
• Conducts talent reviews regularly to ensure career discussions are taking place to identify, nurture, and develop a pool of potential talent to meet future workforce needs.
• Regularly coaches, mentors, and supports senior and high-potential colleagues to identify individual strengths and development needs, develop and maintain effective relationships, and encourage retention.
• Reviews and implements innovative grading and benefit structures that support being an employer of choice and increase retention.
• Ensures the departure process of colleagues is handled professionally and positively to ensure colleagues leave with a good impression.
• Ensures dismissals are well managed to protect the company and ensures colleagues are treated fairly and consistently, and depart with respect and dignity.
• To perform other duties that management may from time to time reasonably require.

• Higher Degree in Hotel & Hospitality Management or Human Resources
• Recognized Training Qualification
• Minimum 2 years of Hospitality experience (operational or support areas)
• Middle East experience
• Experience setting up an HR department
• Hospitality pre-opening
• Management role in a culturally diverse workforce
• High volume and specialist recruitment
• Change management
• 5 Star Hotel & Hospitality experience
• Intermediate level - Microsoft Office applications
• Competent in HRMS
• High level of written and verbal business English
• Knowledge of UAE Labour Law
• Competent in HR Policies and HR systems
• Strong administration skills
• High level of confidentiality
• Excellent Interpersonal and customer relations skills
• Strong communication skills – both written and verbal
• Attention to detail and quality
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Initiative and commitment to achieve
• Business awareness/Domain knowledge
• Multi-tasking skills

Join a team that is warm, caring, connected and empowered to create truly unique experiences. We believe in making our guests happy beyond anything they have ever imagined. We wow them at every turn and create memories that will last a lifetime. You will be at the heart of this vision, to constantly innovate to deliver Amazing Experiences and Everlasting Memories.

Assistant Human Resources Director - Six Senses Zighy Bay

As Assistant Director of Human Resources, I will fully comprehend the vision of Six Senses to help people reconnect with themselves, others and the world around them and our values of local sensitivity and global sensibility, crafted experiences, emotional hospitality, responsible and caring, fun and quirky and pioneering wellness.

Sustainability, Wellness and Out of the Ordinary experiences are at the core of everything we do at Six Senses. I will safeguard these pillars and its strategic planning and development and ensure all directives, practices and initiatives are implemented, embraced, adopted within the resort.

Duties and Responsibilities

As Assistant Director of Human Resources, I will assume full responsibility for the efficient operation of the Human Resources department to provide exceptional products and services within brand operating standards. My key role will be the preparation and implementation of the resorts’ human resources plan including manpower plan, benefits and payroll budget, training and induction plans in line with needs and host engagement initiatives.

The duties and responsibilities will include:

• Oversee recruitment, succession planning and career development plans, conduct host satisfaction surveys and formulation of corrective action, arrange periodic host meetings and awards, analyze host turnover statistics and trends, ensure job descriptions are up-to-date and relevant and maintain confidential host files.
• Conduct periodic salary and benefits surveys and make recommendations to remain competitive and in line with local prevailing statutes.
• Be responsible for Host accommodation and facilities, along with the host restaurant and the host committee, career fairs and various other host activities.
• Champion the social and environmental activities in coordination with the Sustainability Manager and coordinate with the identified organizations to carry out all planned social responsibility initiatives.
• Continually focus on talent management for our hotel and for Six Senses.
• Constantly assess training and human resources practices to remain relevant and effective.
• Establish and deliver pre-established financial returns related to revenue generation, profitability and ROIC.
• Operate the property consistent with all legal, statutory and financial requirements and documentation, reporting systems, contractual obligations, security and safety protocols, communications, product and service standards, host management practices and budgetary controls are implemented, reviewed and maintained to ensure the successful operation of the hotel.

Qualifications

To execute the position of Assistant Director of Human Resources, I must have the required qualifications, technical skills and experience in a similar role in luxury hotels with proven results and includes the following:

• Possess a minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, or Business Management, plus 4 years of experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• More than five years’ experience in a similar human resources role within luxury resorts preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Computer programs; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc., and Human Resources/payroll systems.
• Must have previously led multi-cultural teams within a luxury resort.
• Must have an excellent command of written and spoken English.
• Able to live in a remote location for extended periods of time and travel on single status.

The above is intended to provide an overview of the role and responsibilities for Assistant Director of Human Resources at Six Senses Zighy Bay. It is not and does not infer that the above is an inclusive and/or exhaustive list of the duties and responsibilities inherent in the position.

Six Senses Zighy Bay is an equal opportunity employer. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment.

We encourage applications from qualified candidates who may not meet every single requirement, but still believe you'd be a great fit for the job.

Apt Resources is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Human Resources Executive to join a reputable hospitality solutions company headquartered in Dubai. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end HR operations for multiple boutique hotel clients, ensuring payroll accuracy, statutory compliance, and smooth workforce lifecycle management from onboarding to exit. Success in this role depends on delivering precise HR process execution (Employee Records, Onboarding, Attendance, Leave Management, Payroll, Self-Service, Accommodation, Assets, and Recruitment), while maintaining strong professional relationships with hotel management and staff.

• Act as the first point of contact for HR issues for assigned boutique hotel clients.
• Maintain and manage employee records in both digital HRIS and physical systems.
• Execute onboarding and induction programs tailored for hospitality staff; complete exit formalities including clearance and settlement.
• Manage timekeeping systems (biometric/attendance) and support roster/shift scheduling.
• Administer leave management processes (application, approval, tracking, compliance).
• Collate payroll inputs, process payroll, and ensure statutory deductions and compliance with local employment laws.
• Manage HR self-service systems and support employees in accessing records/pay slips.
• Oversee accommodation allocation for hotel employees and track assets (uniforms, ID cards, IT tools).
• Coordinate recruitment cycle: posting, shortlisting, interviewing, offers, and onboarding of front office, food & beverage, housekeeping, and support staff.
• Ensure accurate HR documentation and compliance audits.
• Prepare HR reports for client hotel management as required.
• Work closely with hotel General Managers and Department Heads on manpower planning.
• Support continuous HR process improvement to align with best practices.
• Build trusted relationships with boutique hotel staff and management.
• Demonstrate responsiveness in handling queries, grievances, and escalations.
• Support in business development initiatives by showcasing HR best practices and compliance discipline during client pitches.

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Hospitality Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• HR Certifications are an advantage.
• 2–5 years of HR generalist experience, preferably in the hospitality industry or HR outsourcing.
• Proven expertise in HR operations: records, payroll, recruitment, attendance, statutory compliance.
• Experience with HR software (HRIS/ERP/Payroll/Attendance systems).
• Prior experience in managing frontline hospitality workforce is desirable.
• Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.
• Good conflict resolution skills and analytical mindset.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.
• Service-oriented with hospitality sensitivity.
• Knowledge of Indian Labor Laws; GCC/UAE exposure is an advantage.
• Ability to balance multiple client requirements simultaneously.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is an added advantage.

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