HR manager (on-site)

This is a standalone senior HR role responsible for managing and overseeing all HR matters across the Middle East and assigned territories , serving as the primary HR point of contact for the business. • Develop and implement HR strategy and plan aligned with the company’s business direction. • Manage the complete employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, development, and offboarding. • Oversee compensation, benefits, payroll coordination, and HR administration. • Arrange employee relations activities and resolve workplace issues professionally and confidentially. • Ensure compliance with employment legislation and company policies. • Promote and reinforce the company’s core values. • Minimum 15 years of progressive HR experience , including proven experience in a senior HR role within the GCC region . • Strong understanding of the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee development, offboarding, and local regulation. • Excellent interpersonal, communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills. • High level of integrity and professionalism, with the ability to handle confidential and sensitive matters appropriately. • Proficient in Microsoft Office  • Candidates currently based in the UAE with valid residency and work authorization, and strong knowledge of the local HR market, are preferred. • Fluent Arabic and English communication skills are required.