HR Manager - GEMS Metropole School - Al Waha

GEMS Education
Dubai
Workplace: OnsiteFull timeFunction: People, HR & TalentExperience: 2-3 yearsEducation: bachelorsSkills: ["Communication","Customer service","Influencing","Organization","Interpersonal skills"]

Lead the HR function for a GEMS Metropole school, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, employee relations and engagement, and the full employee lifecycle. Partner with the Principal/CEO and HR Centre to administer HR policies, manage HR operations, and maintain HRIS, payroll and benefits. Manage day-to-day HR activities, new hire inductions, and compliance with UAE Labour Law in a multicultural school environment.

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HR Manager - GEMS Metropole School - Al Waha

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Job Summary

Lead the HR function for a GEMS Metropole school, overseeing recruitment, onboarding, employee relations and engagement, and the full employee lifecycle. Partner with the Principal/CEO and HR Centre to administer HR policies, manage HR operations, and maintain HRIS, payroll and benefits. Manage day-to-day HR activities, new hire inductions, and compliance with UAE Labour Law in a multicultural school environment.
Location: Dubai
Workplace: Onsite
Employment Type: Full time
Job Function: People, HR & Talent
Seniority: Mid level

Key Responsibilities

  • •Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and the full life cycle of employees for the school.
  • •Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and documentation; partner with School Support Centre HR.
  • •Manage HR operations, including HRIS maintenance, payroll, benefits, and reporting.
  • •Coordinate new hire processing (contracts, onboarding, and induction) and maintain employee files.
  • •Support employee relations, policy interpretation, and compliance with UAE Labour Law.

Key Requirements

  • •A relevant degree or diploma.
  • •2–3 years’ experience in HR generalist capacity within a school setting.
  • •Experience with HR Management Systems (HRIS) e.g., D365 or similar.
  • •Knowledge of UAE Labour Law regulations and compliance.
  • •Experience coordinating recruitment, onboarding, and employee relations.
Experience:2-3 yearsEducationSchool
Education:Bachelor's
Skills:CommunicationCustomer serviceInfluencingOrganizationInterpersonal skills
Languages:EnglishArabic
Tech Stack:D365HRISERP

Company Brief

GEMS Education
GEMS Education is a Dubai-based global operator of private K–12 schools, running a large network of international schools and education services focused on delivering curriculum, teacher development, and student innovation programmes worldwide.
Industry: Education
Company Size: Enterprise (1,001+ employees)
Growth: Established Company
Valuation: Unicorn (USD 1B+)
Funding: Private Equity Backed
Headquarters: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Founded: 2000
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