Job Description - HR Lead

Job Title

HR Lead

Location

Dubai, UAE

Industry

Retail / Manufacturing (Fragrance & Cosmetics)

Employment Type

Full-Time

Experience Level

Mid to Senior Level (8-10 years)

Reporting to

Head - People & Culture, CEO's Office

About the Client

A renowned regional and international fragrance manufacturer and retailer, recognized for crafting

high-quality Arabic perfumery. The organization has a strong legacy, over 300 retail outlets globally, and

exports to 60+ countries. (Client name withheld for confidentiality.)

Job Summary

The HR Lead will be responsible for managing all facets of the HR function, aligning human capital strategies

with business goals. This role includes driving talent acquisition, ensuring compliance with labor laws,

managing compensation frameworks, leading employee engagement, and supporting organizational

development initiatives. The position requires a strategic mindset and hands-on experience within retail or

Job Description - HR Lead

manufacturing environments.

Key Responsibilities

- Develop and execute HR policies and procedures aligned with business objectives.

- Manage full-cycle talent acquisition and onboarding processes.

- Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws and health & safety regulations.

- Design and implement compensation, benefits, and incentive programs.

- Handle employee relations, grievance redressal, and disciplinary matters.

- Drive performance management and evaluation systems.

- Lead retention strategies and cultural engagement initiatives.

- Oversee organizational development and change management projects.

- Maintain legal employee documentation and records.

- Administer payroll and manage HR departmental budgets.

Important Key Skills to Highlight

- Strong understanding of UAE labor laws

- Talent acquisition and onboarding

- Compensation and benefits planning

- Conflict resolution and employee relations

- Performance management systems

- HR strategy and change management

- HR software and data reporting tools

- Experience in manufacturing/retail sectors