A well-established organisation in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi is hiring an experienced HR Officer to ensure accurate and timely payroll processing, employee data management, and related HR administrative tasks. This role demands full compliance with UAE Labour Law and company policies while maintaining strict confidentiality. You will be the key link between employees and management — handling payroll, ERP systems, leave and attendance management, and health insurance administration across the organisation.
About the Role — HR Officer Al Ain, Abu Dhabi
Function: Human Resources — Payroll, Employee Data & Compliance
Compliance: Full adherence to UAE Labour Law, WPS regulations, and company HR policies
Systems: HRMS/ERP platforms including SAP, Oracle, Tally, and MS Excel
Scope: Payroll processing, leave management, attendance, onboarding & health insurance
Confidentiality: High level of discretion and data integrity required at all times
Why This HR Officer Role in Al Ain Stands Out
UAE Experience: Ideal for professionals with proven UAE payroll and labour law experience
System Ownership: Act as ERP custodian for payroll and employee data — full system control
Broad Scope: Cover payroll, attendance, leave, onboarding, health insurance, and HR reporting
Career Growth: Work closely with HR Manager — ideal step toward senior HR leadership in the UAE
Position Overview
The HR Officer based in Al Ain, Abu Dhabi is responsible for the full spectrum of payroll processing and employee data management activities within the organisation. This includes calculating monthly salaries, overtime, allowances, deductions, and end-of-service benefits in full compliance with UAE Labour Law and WPS requirements. You will manage HRMS and ERP systems, oversee leave and biometric attendance records, coordinate employee health insurance, issue onboarding documentation, and produce accurate payroll reports. This role requires a highly detail-oriented professional with strong UAE HR experience and excellent ERP system skills.
Why This Role Matters: As an HR Officer in Al Ain, you are the backbone of the organisation’s people operations — ensuring every employee is paid correctly, every record is accurate, and every HR process runs smoothly and in full compliance with UAE Labour Law. Your expertise in payroll, ERP systems, and WPS regulations directly protects the organisation and supports a positive, transparent employee experience from day one to final settlement.
Key Responsibilities
Payroll & Employee Management
- Process monthly payroll attendance accurately and assist the HR Manager including full calculation of salaries, overtime, allowances, deductions, and end-of-service benefits
- Maintain and update employee records including Employee IDs, email accounts, personal data, and employment history in a timely and accurate manner
- Generate and distribute accurate, clearly formatted payslips to all employees on schedule each month
- Resolve payroll-related employee inquiries promptly, professionally, and with a high degree of confidentiality
ERP & HRMS System Management
- Act as the dedicated ERP custodian for payroll and all employee data within the organisation’s HRMS platform
- Update HRMS and ERP systems promptly with all new joiners, resignations, salary revisions, promotions, and other relevant personnel changes
- Ensure accurate manual timesheet preparation for all active staff whenever required by management or operations
- Maintain data integrity and system accuracy across SAP, Oracle, Tally, or equivalent HRMS/ERP platforms in use
Leave & Attendance Management
- Manage all employee leave records, balance tracking, and leave approval workflows in line with UAE Labour Law entitlements
- Monitor and maintain biometric attendance systems including registration of new joiners and swift resolution of machine errors or discrepancies
- Prepare monthly attendance and leave reports for management review and payroll processing purposes
- Ensure all leave policies are applied consistently and in full compliance with UAE Labour Law and company HR policy
Administrative & Onboarding Support
- Issue and manage ID badges, email signatures, system access credentials, and all other onboarding documentation for new employees
- Prepare accurate HR and payroll reports and maintain full payroll documentation in compliance with company policies and UAE Labour Law
- Coordinate employee health insurance enrolment, renewals, amendments, and related administrative tasks
- Perform other HR administrative duties as assigned by the Line Manager to support smooth departmental operations
Qualifications & Requirements
Educational Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Human Resources, or a directly related field
Experience Requirements
- 5 to 8 years of payroll or HR experience with UAE-based work experience strongly preferred
- Strong working knowledge of UAE Labour Law, Wages Protection System (WPS), and payroll procedures
- Proven proficiency in HRMS and ERP systems including SAP, Oracle, Tally, or equivalent platforms
Essential Skills
- Advanced MS Excel skills for payroll calculations, reporting, and data analysis
- Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy in payroll processing and employee data management
- Strong commitment to confidentiality and data privacy in handling sensitive employee and payroll information
- Effective problem-solving skills to resolve payroll discrepancies and HR system issues independently and efficiently
About This HR Officer Opportunity in Al Ain
This HR Officer position is based in Al Ain — the garden city of Abu Dhabi and one of the UAE’s most established and growing urban centres. The role sits within a reputable organisation that values accuracy, compliance, and a people-first HR approach. With full ownership of payroll processing, HRMS management, leave administration, and employee health insurance coordination, this is an excellent opportunity for an experienced UAE HR professional to take on a high-responsibility role that directly impacts every employee in the organisation.
Career Excellence: Step into a trusted HR leadership role in Al Ain where your UAE Labour Law expertise, payroll precision, and ERP system skills will make a real and lasting difference to the organisation and its people.
Who Should Apply?
- HR & Payroll Professionals: With 5–8 years of UAE payroll and employee data management experience seeking a stable Al Ain-based role
- HRMS/ERP Specialists: Proficient in SAP, Oracle, or Tally with strong UAE Labour Law and WPS knowledge
- Accounting & Finance Graduates: With hands-on payroll processing experience in UAE-based organisations
- HR Generalists: Looking to own payroll, attendance, leave, and onboarding functions within a structured HR team in Abu Dhabi
- Detail-Oriented HR Administrators: With a strong compliance mindset, UAE Labour Law expertise, and excellent confidentiality standards
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