Human Resources Manager

FCSearch is seeking a seasoned HR Manager to lead the Human Resources function for a manpower / facilities services business, part of a large, prestigious holding company based in Abu Dhabi. This role is crucial for supporting business growth, workforce continuity, client requirements, and employee engagement.

The ideal candidate will ensure HR processes, records, controls, and people practices are consistently applied across the manpower lifecycle. If you are a strategic HR leader with experience in workforce-intensive environments, we encourage you to apply.

Company Overview

FCSearch is a trusted search and recruitment partner specializing in the permanent recruitment of hard-to-find talent for progressive businesses across the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Kuwait, Oman, and Qatar. Founded by industry-renowned search specialist Frances Chang Sparling, FCSearch leverages extensive experience and a vast network to head-hunt in-demand talent.

The company prioritizes listening and truly understanding the needs and requirements of both companies and candidates to build enduring, trustworthy relationships.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Specified
• Job Type: Full-time
• Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related discipline. Postgraduate HR or management qualification, or professional certification (CIPD, SHRM, HRCI) is an advantage.
• Experience: 8-12 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3-5 years in a supervisory or managerial HR role.

Key Responsibilities

• Translate business plans and client manpower requirements into HR priorities and workforce plans.
• Lead and monitor high-volume recruitment for various categories of personnel.
• Oversee employment documentation, pre-employment requirements, visa/work permit coordination, and onboarding processes.
• Provide oversight of attendance, leave, overtime, salary inputs, payroll changes, and employee deductions.
• Lead employee relations matters, including grievances, disciplinary cases, and workforce complaints.
• Coordinate performance management cycles, probation reviews, and employee development initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related discipline.
• Strong experience in manpower outsourcing, staffing, facilities/services, construction, industrial, or other workforce-intensive environments.
• Experience in HR strategy, workforce planning, high-volume recruitment, HR operations, employee relations, and performance management.
• Proficiency in HRMS and employee data management, and HR analytics and reporting.
• Knowledge of UAE employment law and compliance.

Benefits

• Opportunity to lead the HR function for a key business within a prestigious holding company.
• Work in a dynamic and challenging environment in Abu Dhabi.
• Contribute to the growth and success of a manpower/facilities services business.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package (details to be discussed).