HR Officer
About the company
GEMS Education is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We are dedicated to creating safe, supportive, and inclusive learning environments where students can thrive, and we expect all employees, volunteers, and partners to share this commitment.
Your tasks
Recruitment & Onboarding Support recruitment of teaching and non-teaching staff in coordination with SSC (School Support Center) HR. Manage onboarding, contracts, inductions, and pre-employment documentation. Coordinate visa, travel, and joining formalities with Government Relations and relevant teams.
HR Operations & Compliance Manage day-to-day HR operations, HRIS (DAX), employee records, and reporting. Administer HR policies, benefits, employee documentation, and statutory letters. Prepare HR reports and support audits, ERP initiatives, and ad-hoc HR projects.
Teacher Licensing & Regulatory Support Coordinate KHDA/MOE teacher licensing, appointment letters, and stipends in liaison with Government Relations.
Compliance & Reporting Ensure adherence to UAE Labour Law and GEMS Group HR policies. Liaise with PRO/GR team for visa and legal requirements. Maintain HR data accuracy and prepare reports as needed.
Employee Relations Act as the first point of contact for employee relations matters. Advise management and staff on HR policies and UAE Labour Law. Support investigations, counselling, and employee engagement initiatives.
Separations & Exit Management Manage end-to-end employee separations in line with legal and policy requirements. Conduct exit interviews and provide insights to school leadership.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
- Minimum 5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably within an educational or international setting.
- In-depth knowledge of UAE Labour Law and KHDA regulations.
- Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
- High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism.
- Proficient in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
Other
As part of our safer recruitment practices, all successful applicants will be subject to comprehensive pre-employment checks, including verification of identity, qualifications, employment history, professional references, and criminal record checks from all countries of residence and employment, in line with local and international safeguarding requirements. These checks may include enhanced disclosure, prohibition, barring, and overseas police clearance checks where applicable. We are committed to recruiting individuals who uphold the highest standards of professional conduct and child protection.