65 Wellbeing Advisor jobs in the United Arab Emirates

Our company is seeking a qualified Wellbeing Adviser to join our team in Abu Dhabi.

The ideal candidate will have a Master's degree in the helping professions and be fluent in Arabic. They will work with employees to develop their wellbeing plans, review their progress, and set goals for improvement.

Some of the key responsibilities of this role include:

• Offering wellbeing advising services to employees.
• Referring employees who require psychological assistance to external support services.
• Engaging in internal communications to promote the wellbeing service.
• Maintaining accurate records of employee interactions and attendance dates.

The successful candidate will be based in Abu Dhabi and will work on a part-time basis, three days a week. We offer a unique opportunity for individuals to make a positive impact on the wellbeing of our employees.

To succeed in this role, you should have excellent communication skills, be able to work independently, and be comfortable using digital tools to track employee progress.

We are looking for someone who is proactive, organized, and has a passion for promoting employee wellbeing.

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Master's degree in a helping profession.
• Fluency in Arabic.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.

Benefits:

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team and make a real difference in the lives of our employees.

Job Purpose

To provide an effective, efficient and empathetic people-related HR support function in the school, and to be the key point of contact for new, current, and exiting staff in relation to all employment matters.

To provide expert advice and guidance to School Leadership on managing HR issues.

Key Accountabilities

Be the primary point of contact for all school staff on HR issues, including (but not limited to); contracts, employment terms and conditions, payroll, housing, HR policies, leave and entitlements.

Manage the Onboarding process for all incoming staff, including pre-employment communication to ensure new starters are aware of the requirements for their role and for working and living in the UAE, liaising with IT for relevant systems / email set-up and processing staff ID cards.

Coordinate new starter inductions in school for all new staff – teaching and non-teaching, and ensure communication takes place pre-employment.

Coordinate visa, work permit and KHDA / ADEC applications, renewals and cancellations, and related processing for new staff, ensuring they are aware of the requirements, and avoiding fines or penalties for non-compliance.

Responsible for compliance and ensuring all staff have valid contracts, passports, visas, EIDs etc tracked through HRMS system.

Ensure the school's recruitment activity is in line with the staffing budget headcount and Company Recruitment Policy, and work closely alongside the CO Recruitment Manager.

Arrange interviews and track candidates for teaching roles and provide regular updates to CO and Principal.

Source and shortlist candidates for non-teaching role as required.

Create and issue offer letters, contracts, contract renewals and amendments and associated documentation in line with company-wide terms and conditions and policies.

Coordinate the school's probationary, performance review and appraisal cycles to support school leadership in achieving a high-performance culture, and advice School Leaders on correct adherence, timelines and expectations.

Source School Doctors and Nurses as required, ensuring the school is compliant in the licenses and insurances obtained for these staff.

Liaise with DHA / HAAD to obtain Occupational Health cards for School Doctors and Nurses.

Manage Life and Health Insurance applications, renewals, cancellations and associated management for all school staff in line with processes and guidance from Central Office HR

Conduct pre-employment due diligence checks for all staff in accordance with the Recruitment Policy and Child Protection Guidance, including references and suitability / police clearances and ensuring appropriate follow-up based on the results.

Management and reporting of staff time and attendance, including managing the time and attendance systems and escalation of leave and attendance issues to School Leadership

Support School Leaders with investigations and disciplinary management of staff, ensuring accurate records of cases are kept within confidential staff files.

HR KPIs - collate people metrics based on HR KPI requirements and provide reports as required by Central Office, including but not limited to absence, turnover, PD, recruitment activity, disciplinary and performance organization.

Process exiting staff as leavers and ensure all associated exit procedures are completed, including calculations of full and final settlements, visa cancellations and Housing procedures.

Maintaining HR / employee information systems, both hard copy files and electronically through HRMS, ensuring records are accurate and up to date with all key employment documentation uploaded on HRMS.

Generate reports through HRMS as requested by School Leaders of Central Office.

Coordinate Teacher Licensing, and documentation and track staff progress through the Licensing process in line with guidance from the Regulator and Central Office, liaising with School Leaders and Central Education Department as needed.

Person Specification

Education : Bachelor's Degree, recognised HR Qualification and / or professional accreditation preferred

Experience : At least 3 years' experience in a supportive HR role, understanding of UAE Labour Law preferred but not essential.

Knowledge of HRMS is an advantage

Competencies

Accuracy and attention to detail

Competent using IT systems, including Microsoft Word / Excel / Outlook, and ideally HRMS

Strong organisational and prioritisation skills

Diplomatic and empathetic; able to deal with sensitive, personal information and issues in a confidential and supportive manner

Able to provide high quality and reliable support and guidance

Ability to keep abreast of changes in the law or company policy

Should be fluent in both French and Arabic

Attributes

Strong communication skills

Proactive

Solutions focused

Empathetic

Organised

About the school

Dubai British School Jumeirah Park is part of the Taaleem family of schools and offers high quality education to over 1800 students aged between 3 and 18 years of age.

The school is unique in many ways and has been designed to the highest specifications with the 21st century learning needs of students in mind.

Facilities include a state-of-the-art performing arts theatre; radio station; large, light and airy classrooms; an 8-lane 25-meter swimming pool with training pool; large sports field with tennis courts, shaded outdoor learning spaces, innovation lab and food technology room.

Our multi-cultural environment offers an exceptional combination of the best of a well-rounded British education delivered within a truly international community.

In the pursuit of the highest academic standards, we provide a caring and supportive atmosphere, which allows children to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, with each individual talent being nurtured and celebrated.

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We expect all staff to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including receipt of references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.

Charterhouse is working with a leading events company located in Dubai who are looking to hire a HR Advisor to join their HR Division.

Within the post you will provide a full recruitment service to the Business Managers. You will act as a point of contact within the business, liaising regularly with the Management Team, keeping them up to date with manpower plans and requirements. You may also be required to update the company website with outstanding vacancies, source and initially screen candidates. In addition, you will be involved with the interview process throughout, taking ownership of the final stages such as rejections and offers.

Alongside the recruitment activity you will also support the HR Team and ensure that a quality service is provided to employees. This will include HRIS updates, undertaking individual projects and ad hoc HR requirements, managing referral schemes and being aware of visa checks and clearances.

The successful candidate should be CIPD qualified or equivalent and should have a proven track record of working within a HR capacity. Knowledge of UAE labour laws and visa processes would be highly advantageous and experience of working with HRIS is imperative. You should be able to work within a team as well as on your own initiative and will be able to multitask with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.

Our client has stated a preference for Western educated candidates only.

About The Company

The Charterhouse Partnership brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.

Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Hong Kong, Melbourne, Singapore, and Sydney, with further regional expansion planned across Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

We are seeking a motivated HR Advisor to join our team. This role is exclusively for UAE Nationals. The HR Advisor will be instrumental in providing HR support, managing employee relations, and ensuring compliance with local labor laws.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide HR advice on employee relations, performance management, and policy interpretation.
• Oversee recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and onboarding.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws and internal policies.
• Conduct employee orientations and coordinate training programs.
• Handle employee grievances and disciplinary actions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records.
• Assist with various HR administrative tasks and projects.

Requirements:

• UAE National with a valid UAE passport.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of HR advisory experience.
• Thorough understanding of UAE labor laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR information systems.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of AED 10,000 - 12,000, depending on experience.
• Professional development opportunities and career growth.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Join us and help shape the future of our organization while advancing your career

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Charterhouse is working with a leading events company located in Dubai who are looking to hire a HR Advisor to join their HR Division.
Within the post you will provide a full recruitment service to the Business Managers. You will act as a point of contact within the business, liaising regularly with the Management Team, keeping them up to date with manpower plans and requirements. You may also be required to update the company website with outstanding vacancies, source and initially screen candidates. In addition, you will be involved with the interview process throughout, taking ownership of the final stages such as rejections and offers.
Alongside the recruitment activity you will also support the HR Team and ensure that a quality service is provided to employees. This will include HRIS updates, undertaking individual projects and ad hoc HR requirements, managing referral schemes and being aware of visa checks and clearances.

The successful candidate should be CIPD qualified or equivalent and should have a proven track record of working within a HR capacity. Knowledge of UAE labour laws and visa processes would be highly advantageous and experience of working with HRIS is imperative. You should be able to work within a team as well as on your own initiative and will be able to multitask with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
Our client has stated a preference for Western educated candidates only.

About The Company

The Charterhouse Partnership brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.
Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Hong Kong, Melbourne, Singapore, and Sydney, with further regional expansion planned across Qatar and Saudi Arabia.

Job Purpose

To provide an effective, efficient and empathetic people-related HR support function in the school, and to be the key point of contact for new, current, and exiting staff in relation to all employment matters.

To provide expert advice and guidance to School Leadership on managing HR issues.

Key Accountabilities

Be the primary point of contact for all school staff on HR issues, including (but not limited to); contracts, employment terms and conditions, payroll, housing, HR policies, leave and entitlements.

Manage the Onboarding process for all incoming staff, including pre-employment communication to ensure new starters are aware of the requirements for their role and for working and living in the UAE, liaising with IT for relevant systems / email set-up and processing staff ID cards.

Coordinate new starter inductions in school for all new staff – teaching and non-teaching, and ensure communication takes place pre-employment.

Coordinate visa, work permit and KHDA / ADEC applications, renewals and cancellations, and related processing for new staff, ensuring they are aware of the requirements, and avoiding fines or penalties for non-compliance.

Responsible for compliance and ensuring all staff have valid contracts, passports, visas, EIDs etc tracked through HRMS system.

Ensure the school’s recruitment activity is in line with the staffing budget headcount and Company Recruitment Policy, and work closely alongside the CO Recruitment Manager.

Arrange interviews and track candidates for teaching roles and provide regular updates to CO and Principal.

Source and shortlist candidates for non-teaching role as required.

Create and issue offer letters, contracts, contract renewals and amendments and associated documentation in line with company-wide terms and conditions and policies.

Coordinate the school’s probationary, performance review and appraisal cycles to support school leadership in achieving a high-performance culture, and advice School Leaders on correct adherence, timelines and expectations.

Source School Doctors and Nurses as required, ensuring the school is compliant in the licenses and insurances obtained for these staff.

Liaise with DHA / HAAD to obtain Occupational Health cards for School Doctors and Nurses.

Manage Life and Health Insurance applications, renewals, cancellations and associated management for all school staff in line with processes and guidance from Central Office HR

Conduct pre-employment due diligence checks for all staff in accordance with the Recruitment Policy and Child Protection Guidance, including references and suitability / police clearances and ensuring appropriate follow-up based on the results.

Management and reporting of staff time and attendance, including managing the time and attendance systems and escalation of leave and attendance issues to School Leadership

Support School Leaders with investigations and disciplinary management of staff, ensuring accurate records of cases are kept within confidential staff files.

HR KPIs - collate people metrics based on HR KPI requirements and provide reports as required by Central Office, including but not limited to absence, turnover, PD, recruitment activity, disciplinary and performance organization.

Process exiting staff as leavers and ensure all associated exit procedures are completed, including calculations of full and final settlements, visa cancellations and Housing procedures.

Maintaining HR / employee information systems, both hard copy files and electronically through HRMS, ensuring records are accurate and up to date with all key employment documentation uploaded on HRMS.

Generate reports through HRMS as requested by School Leaders of Central Office.

Coordinate Teacher Licensing, and documentation and track staff progress through the Licensing process in line with guidance from the Regulator and Central Office, liaising with School Leaders and Central Education Department as needed.

Person Specification

Education : Bachelor’s Degree, recognised HR Qualification and / or professional accreditation preferred

Experience : At least 3 years’ experience in a supportive HR role, understanding of UAE Labour Law preferred but not essential.

Knowledge of HRMS is an advantage

Competencies

Accuracy and attention to detail

Competent using IT systems, including Microsoft Word / Excel / Outlook, and ideally HRMS

Strong organisational and prioritisation skills

Diplomatic and empathetic; able to deal with sensitive, personal information and issues in a confidential and supportive manner

Able to provide high quality and reliable support and guidance

Ability to keep abreast of changes in the law or company policy

Should be fluent in both French and Arabic

Attributes

Strong communication skills

Proactive

Solutions focused

Empathetic

Organised

About the school

Dubai British School Jumeirah Park is part of the Taaleem family of schools and offers high quality education to over 1800 students aged between 3 and 18 years of age.

The school is unique in many ways and has been designed to the highest specifications with the 21st century learning needs of students in mind.

Facilities include a state-of-the-art performing arts theatre; radio station; large, light and airy classrooms; an 8-lane 25-meter swimming pool with training pool; large sports field with tennis courts, shaded outdoor learning spaces, innovation lab and food technology room.

Our multi-cultural environment offers an exceptional combination of the best of a well-rounded British education delivered within a truly international community.

In the pursuit of the highest academic standards, we provide a caring and supportive atmosphere, which allows children to thrive academically, socially, and emotionally, with each individual talent being nurtured and celebrated.

Taaleem is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

At Taaleem, we hold ourselves to a high standard of effective practices in relation to child protection, and we are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children.

We expect all staff to share this commitment.

Successful applicants will be subject to various background checks including receipt of references, proof of relevant qualifications, identification, and police checks, including overseas checks.

We are seeking a motivated HR Advisor to join our team. This role is exclusively for UAE Nationals. The HR Advisor will be instrumental in providing HR support, managing employee relations, and ensuring compliance with local labor laws.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide HR advice on employee relations, performance management, and policy interpretation.
• Oversee recruitment processes, including job postings, candidate screening, interviews, and onboarding.
• Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws and internal policies.
• Conduct employee orientations and coordinate training programs.
• Handle employee grievances and disciplinary actions.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records.
• Assist with various HR administrative tasks and projects.

Requirements:

• UAE National with a valid UAE passport.
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum of 3 years of HR advisory experience.
• Thorough understanding of UAE labor laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and HR information systems.
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary of AED 10,000 - 12,000, depending on experience.
• Professional development opportunities and career growth.
• Supportive and collaborative work environment.

Join us and help shape the future of our organization while advancing your career!

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior HR Advisor to join our team in Dubai. This role is critical in providing strategic and operational HR support to our clients across various industries. As a trusted advisor, you will help shape HR policies, manage complex employee relations cases, and implement effective people strategies. This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact by contributing to the success and growth of diverse organizations.

Lead client consultations to understand HR challenges, goals, and project requirements.
Build and maintain strong client relationships by delivering tailored, high-quality HR solutions.
Design and implement HR strategies that align with clients’ business objectives and timelines.
Provide continuous client support, updates, and advice to ensure successful delivery.
Develop programs to enhance employee satisfaction, motivation, and retention.
Design and roll out performance management systems.
Create competitive compensation and benefits structures.
Stay current with HR trends and best practices to bring fresh, relevant insights.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or any relevant field.
8–10 years of solid HR experience (consulting experience is a strong plus).
Currently residing in the UAE.
Strong interpersonal, advisory, and client-facing skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and deliver on tight timelines.

At ENGAGE, we specialize in empowering organizations by delivering innovative human resource solutions tailored to their strategic goals. Headquartered in Dubai, UAE, we are a trusted HR consultancy known for our deep industry expertise, client-centric approach, and commitment to excellence. Our mission is to transform HR functions into strategic assets, helping businesses thrive in an ever-evolving global market. At the heart of our values are integrity, innovation, collaboration, and a passion for people.

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When you work at Clyde & Co, you join a team of 490 partners, 2,400 lawyers, 3,200 legal professionals and 5,500 people in nearly 70 offices and associated offices worldwide. Our values are the principles that guide the decisions we make, unite us in our endeavours and strengthen our delivery, for both our clients and our firm. We work as one, excel with clients, celebrate difference and act boldly. We are committed to operating in a responsible way by progressing towards a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the communities and clients it serves. We are devoted to providing an environment in which everyone can realise their potential, using its legal and professional skills to support its communities. We do this through pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships, and minimising the impact it has on the environment, including through our commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and the setting of ambitious emissions reduction targets.

We offer a range of tailored benefits and support, including healthcare, retirement planning and wellbeing initiatives.

Clyde & Co is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. Our core values encourage us to support fairness, celebrate diversity and prohibit all forms of discrimination in the workplace to allow everyone to excel at work. Therefore, we welcome and encourage all applications from suitably qualified individuals, regardless of background or identity.

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عندما تعمل في كلايد آند كو، فأنت تنضم إلى فريق يضم 490 شريكًا قانونيًا، 2,400 محاميًا، 3,200 أخصائي قانوني، و5,500 شخص في ما يقرب من 70 من مكاتبها ومكاتبَ تابعةٍ لها حول العالم.

قيمنا هي المبادئ التي توجّه القرارات التي نتخذها، وتوحدنا في جهودنا، وتعزز مجهوداتنا، سواء لنا أو لعملائنا وشركائنا.

نحن ملتزمون بالعمل من منطلق المسؤولية وذلك من خلال التقدم نحو قوى عمل متنوعة وشاملة الذين يعكسان المجتمعات والعملاء الذين يخدموننا ونخدمهم. كلايد آند كو يلتزم بتوفير بيئة تمكن للجميع بتحقيق إمكاناتهم فيها وباستخدام مهاراتهم القانونية والمهنية لدعم مجتمعاتهم وبيئاتهم. ونفعل ذلك من خلال العمل الخيري والتطوعي ومن خلال الشركات الخيرية التي نتعاقد معها، ومن خلال تقليل تأثير التلوث البيئي، بما في ذلك التزامنا بمعيار SBTi Net-Zero ووضع أهداف طموحة للحد من انبعاثات التلوث في البيئة.

كلايد آند كو يقدم مجموعة من الفوائد والدعم المصممة خصيصا لمنسوبيها، بما في ذلك الرعاية الصحية، وتخطيط التقاعد، ومبادرات تدعم الرفاهية.

نحن نفخر بأن نكون منشأة تعمل لطرح فرص متكافئة للجميع ونشجع قيمنا الأساسية على دعم العدالة، والاحتفال بتنوع واختلافات أفرادنا. ولذلك فإننا نمنع جميع أشكال التمييز في مكان العمل لإعطاء فرص عادلة للجميع بالتفوق والازدهار. لذا، نحن نرحب ونشجع جميع طلبات التقديم الوظيفي من الأفراد المؤهلين القديرين، بغض النظر عن اختلاف هوياتهم.

الرجاء أخذ لحظة لقراءة إشعار الخصوصية الخاص بنا بعناية. يصف هذا الإشعار ما قد يحتفظ به كلايد آند كو (نحن) من معلومات شخصية عنك، وأغراض استخدامها، وكيفية الحصول عليها، وحقوقك، وكيفية الاتصال بنا كصاحب بيانات. إذا كنت وكالة توظيف شريكة لنا وتقدم مرشحًا لنا، فمن الضروري وهي مسؤوليتك للتأكد من أن المرشحين الذين يتقدمون إلى كلايد آند كو على علم بهذا الإشعار الخاص بالخصوصية.

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Human Resources
• Industries Law Practice

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