HR Generalist (Russian Speaker)

HR Generalist (Russian speaker)

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and proactive HR Generalist to join a dynamic investment company based in Dubai.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing end-to-end HR operations, ensuring compliance with UAE Labour Law, overseeing payroll administration, and supporting employee relations and engagement initiatives.

This is a hands-on role requiring strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

Key Responsibilities

HR Operations & Administration

• Manage the full employee lifecycle, including employment offers, contracts, onboarding, probation management, and offboarding.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation, and HRIS data.
• Administer employee leave, attendance, and benefits.
• Ensure HR policies, procedures, and documentation comply with UAE Labour Law.
• Coordinate with the PRO team on employment visas, Emirates ID, work permits, medical insurance, and renewals.

Payroll & Compensation Administration

• Manage and coordinate monthly payroll processing, ensuring accuracy and timely salary payments.
• Maintain payroll records, including salary adjustments, allowances, deductions, leave balances, and other payroll-related changes.
• Ensure compliance with UAE Wage Protection System (WPS) requirements.
• Prepare and verify end-of-service benefits, gratuity calculations, and final settlements.
• Liaise with Finance to ensure accurate payroll reconciliation and reporting.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Act as the primary point of contact for employee inquiries and HR-related matters.
• Support employee relations, grievance handling, and disciplinary processes in accordance with UAE Labour Law.
• Advise managers on HR policies, employee performance, and people-related matters.
• Coordinate employee engagement initiatives, feedback sessions, and exit interviews.
• Support initiatives aimed at improving employee experience and retention.

HR Reporting & Process Improvement

• Prepare and maintain HR reports, including headcount, turnover, attendance, and other key HR metrics.
• Ensure HR documentation is accurate, up to date, and audit-ready.
• Identify opportunities to streamline HR processes and improve operational efficiency.
• Support recruitment activities and other HR projects as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, Economics, or a related field.
• Minimum 4–5 years of experience as an HR Generalist or HR Specialist in the UAE.
• Strong practical knowledge of UAE Labour Law, including employment contracts, probation, leave entitlements, termination procedures, and end-of-service benefits.
• Hands-on experience in payroll administration, WPS, and gratuity calculations.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end HR operations and employee relations.
• Experience working with HRIS platforms such as Bayzat, Zoho People, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle, or similar systems.
• Advanced MS Office skills, particularly Excel, including formulas, pivot tables, and HR reporting.
• Familiarity with MOHRE, ICP, and GDRFA processes.
• Fluent English and Russian are required.

Personal Attributes

• Proactive, independent, and highly organized.
• Hands-on approach with strong ownership and accountability.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Diplomatic, approachable, and comfortable working with employees and senior stakeholders.
• High level of integrity, discretion, and confidentiality.
• Solution-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvement.