Nursery HR Manager

Job Purpose

Safeguarding

Hr Operations & Compliance

• Lead and manage day-to-day HR operations across all nursery branches.
• Ensure full compliance with UAE Labour Law, KHDA, ADEK, and internal policies.
• Maintain accurate, up-to-date, and audit-ready employee records and HR documentation.
• Review and update HR policies, procedures, and employee handbooks in line with legal requirements.

Recruitment & Workforce Planning

• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes including manpower planning, sourcing, interviewing, and hiring.
• Partner with leadership to identify staffing needs and ensure timely recruitment across branches.
• Ensure all hiring complies with regulatory approvals (KHDA/MOHRE requirements).
• Strengthen employer branding and candidate experience across the organisation.

Onboarding & Employee Experience

• Design and implement structured onboarding programs for all new employees.
• Ensure smooth employee lifecycle management from onboarding to exit.
• Drive employee engagement, wellbeing, and retention initiatives.

Performance Management & Employee Relations

• Lead performance management processes including probation reviews, appraisals, and development plans.
• Manage employee relations matters including grievances, disciplinary actions, and investigations.
• Provide guidance and coaching to managers on people management and HR best practices.

Training & Development

• Identify training needs and implement continuous professional development programs. **Coordinate internal and external training initiatives aligned with organisational goals.**

Payroll, Reporting & HR Analytics

• Oversee payroll inputs including attendance, leave, and employee changes in coordination with Finance.
• Prepare HR reports and dashboards (turnover, headcount, recruitment, etc.).
• Support HR budgeting, cost analysis, and workforce planning initiatives.

Government Liaison & Compliance

• Coordinate with the Government Relations Officer to ensure timely processing of visas, work permits, Emirates ID, and medicals.
• Ensure all employee documentation is valid and compliant with UAE regulations.

Stakeholder Management

• Maintain professional and confidential communication from the Group Director’s office.
• Build strong relationships with staff, leadership, and external stakeholders.
• Support audits, inspections, and compliance requirements.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• CIPD qualification (Level 3 or above) preferred.
• A minimum of **5–8 years of HR experience**, with at least 2–3 years in a managerial role. Experience in
• the education sector is highly desirable.

Skills

• Strong knowledge of UAE Labour Law and HR best practices.
• Excellent command of English (written and verbal communication).
• Strong organisational, planning, and multitasking abilities.
• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in MS Office (especially Excel).
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities.
• High attention to detail and problem-solving capability.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, solution-oriented, and hands-on approach.
• Strong leadership and ability to influence at all levels.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and employee experience.
• Ability to build strong relationships within a diverse, multicultural environment.
• This job description outlines the key duties and qualifications required for the HR Manager position across nursery branches.
• The role requires a dynamic and strategic individual committed to operational excellence and effective people management.
• Pay: AED8,000.00 - AED11,000.00 per month

Education

• Diploma (Preferred)

Experience

• HR: 8 years (Preferred)
• Education industry: 2 years (Preferred)

Language

• English (Preferred)