Section Manager - Compensation & Benefits and Employee Relations

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Section Manager – HR to lead key Human Resources functions, with a primary focus on Compensation & Benefits and Employee Relations. The successful candidate will also oversee Organizational Development, HR Policies & Procedures, and Job Evaluation & Grading, ensuring HR practices are aligned with organizational objectives and government regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Compensation & Benefits activities, including salary benchmarking, benefits administration, incentives, and annual compensation reviews.
• Oversee Employee Relations, providing guidance on employee concerns, disciplinary matters, grievances, and compliance with UAE Labour Law and internal policies.
• Develop, review, and implement HR policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Manage Organizational Development initiatives, including organizational structure reviews, workforce planning, and change management.
• Conduct job evaluation and grading exercises, ensuring consistency and internal equity across the organization.
• Perform financial analysis related to manpower costs, compensation budgets, and HR metrics to support strategic decision-making.
• Prepare HR reports, dashboards, and presentations using advanced Microsoft Excel.
• Collaborate with senior management to develop HR strategies that support business objective

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master's degree is an advantage).
• Minimum 8–10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial or section management role.
• Proven expertise in:
  • Compensation & Benefits
  • Employee Relations
  • Organizational Development
  • HR Policies & Procedures
  • Job Evaluation & Grading
• Strong financial analysis and budgeting skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, financial analysis, dashboards, and reporting).
• Strong analytical, leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Government or Semi-Government sector experience is highly preferred.
• UAE National or Arab candidates are preferred.

Preferred Competencies

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and UAE employment regulations.
• Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.