HR Officer – Recruitment, Onboarding & HR Administration (Remote, UAE-Based Company)

Work Type: Remote (Full-time, during the company's approved UAE working hours)
Company: UAE-Based Construction & Contracting Group 🇦🇪
Department: Human Capital / HR | Reports to: HR Manager

⚠️ CV attachment is mandatory. Proposals submitted without an attached CV (PDF) will not be considered.

We are looking for an HR Officer to provide remote Human Capital support across a group of construction and contracting companies. You will maintain accurate employee records, coordinate recruitment and onboarding, support attendance and payroll processes, prepare HR reports and ensure HR administration is completed on time and in line with company policies and UAE labour regulations.

Responsibilities
- Maintain and update employee records in the HR/ERP system; prepare HR letters, certificates, notices and employment documents; keep files complete, confidential and audit-ready.
- Support recruitment against approved manpower requirements: coordinate with agencies and candidates, schedule interviews, maintain recruitment trackers, follow up on offers, documentation and joining dates.
- Coordinate joining and onboarding remotely: verify joining documents, prepare offer letters, and coordinate visa, medical, insurance, accommodation and site mobilisation requirements with the relevant departments.
- Monitor attendance and biometric/timesheet records, maintain leave trackers, and support payroll preparation by verifying attendance, leave, overtime and deductions.
- Respond to employee HR queries, explain policies and procedures, and prepare warning letters and disciplinary documentation as instructed; escalate sensitive matters to the HR Manager.
- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly HR reports: manpower status, recruitment and joining, employee movements, attendance and leave.
- Support implementation of HR policies and compliance with UAE labour requirements; assist in HR audits.
- Provide daily/weekly progress updates, attend online HR coordination calls and remain available during working hours.

Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field. Professional HR certification is a plus.
- 3–6 years of HR experience, ideally including recruitment and manpower coordination. Experience in construction or contracting companies is a strong plus.
- Knowledge of UAE Labour Law and HR administration practices.
- Proficiency in MS Office (advanced Excel and HR trackers) and HR/ERP systems.
- High attention to detail, integrity and confidentiality; strong organisation, communication and follow-up skills.
- Ability to work independently, meet deadlines and communicate clearly in English.

How to Apply
Attach your CV (PDF) to your proposal. This is mandatory. Include your recruitment and HR administration experience, any UAE or construction-industry experience, your indicative hourly / monthly rate and your availability.
Remote, full-time, ongoing engagement. Career progression toward Senior HR Officer / HR Executive may be considered based on performance. All applications must be submitted through Bright Gaza.