Manager Human Resource

Windmills Introduction:Windmills Group, established in 2016, is a leading asset valuation, building consulting, and management advisory services firm based in the UAE. We provide precise valuations for residential, commercial, industrial, and trade-related properties, as well as plant machinery and equipment. Windmills also has a range of building consulting services such as reserve fund studies, building conditions audits and much more. With over 1,000 corporate clients and a global network in 13 countries, Windmills Group is recognized for its high-quality service and has received numerous awards from the Dubai Land Department and Real Estate Regulatory Agency.Job Summary Job SummaryThe HR Manager will lead the organization's HR function by partnering with senior management to align workforce planning, organizational development, and talent acquisition with core business objectives. Key responsibilities include managing end-to-end recruitment, performance management, compensation, and employee engagement and retain top talent.Key Responsibilities1. HR Technology & Systems DevelopmentAct as HR product owner for our internal systems (recruitment, HR staff, employee management, leave modules), working with the developer team to define requirements, test features, and drive continuous improvementIdentify manual/inefficient processes for digitization, and own system rollout, training, and troubleshooting2. UAE Visa & Immigration FormalitiesManage the full visa lifecycle (entry permits, employment visas, renewals, cancellations, status changes) along with labour cards, Emirates ID, and related medical/insurance formalitiesLiaise with PROs, typing centres, MOHRE, GDRFA, and relevant authorities across Dubai, Ajman, and Abu Dhabi3. UAE Labour Law & ComplianceEnsure contracts, policies, and procedures comply with UAE Labour Law (Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021), advising management on disciplinary matters, grievances, probation, and terminationsManage end-of-service calculations, WPS compliance, and any MOHRE disputes4. Recruitment & Talent AcquisitionWrite and own job descriptions and job postings, coordinating with relevant department heads to scope hiring needs and run the right outreach for each roleSource and screen candidates directly, and engage external recruitment agencies/headhunters where a role calls for itBuild a pipeline of industry-relevant talent (valuers, surveyors, building consultants) over time, rather than sourcing role-by-role reactively5. Full-Cycle HR OperationsLead onboarding and offboarding (documentation, system access, exit interviews, clearance, final settlement)Design and run retention initiatives (monthly townhalls, engagement, recognition, career development) and oversee leave/attendance via the leave moduleHandle day-to-day employee relations across all three offices, and maintain audit-ready personnel files and HR reporting for managementWhat We're Looking ForExperience & Education7 years progressive HR experience in the UAE, incl. 2+ years as HR Manager or senior HR GeneralistDirect experience shaping HR systems/HRIS with a dev or IT teamMaster's degree in HR, Law, Business Administration, or related fieldHR certification (CIPD, SHRM-CP, PHRi) a strong plusCandidate with law background are preferredKnowledge & SkillsStrong working knowledge of UAE Labour Law and its practical applicationSolid, current knowledge of UAE visa/immigration and labour card processesKnowledge of the property/asset valuation, real estate, or building surveying industry — or a genuine willingness to learn it quickly, since several roles you'll hire for are specialistComfortable writing basic system requirements for developers; genuine interest in HR techProven ability to run recruitment end-to-end, including managing external agency relationshipsOnly applications submitted through our Maxima Careers Portal will be considered. Candidates must complete all required details on the portal to be eligible for this role.https://maxima.windmillsgroup.com/career/form?job=24&dep=24