Job Description
Role Overview: We are seeking an experienced and proactive HR Officer to join our dynamic team at a reputed UK curriculum school located in Al Qusais, Dubai. The selected candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining and enhancing the human resources functions in line with local regulations and educational standards.
Key Responsibilities: The HR Officer will manage core HR activities including recruitment, onboarding, attendance, and payroll management. The role also includes preparing employee records, resolving staff issues, and ensuring a compliant and smooth HR operation in a school setting.
Payroll & Attendance Management: A strong emphasis will be placed on experience in payroll processing and attendance systems. The candidate must ensure timely and accurate payroll for academic and non-academic staff, handle attendance disputes, and maintain relevant records with discretion.
HR Software Knowledge: The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience with Orison HR Software or any other school-specific HR systems. Familiarity with software that supports staff evaluation, leave management, and performance tracking is highly preferred.
Legal & Compliance Knowledge: A thorough understanding of UAE labor law, HR compliance, and school-specific employment guidelines is essential. The HR Officer will be expected to stay updated on evolving labor regulations and ensure all processes align with legal standards.
Communication & Coordination: Excellent organizational and communication skills are required to coordinate between departments, schedule employee evaluations, assist in teacher recruitment, and organize professional development sessions for faculty and staff.
How to Apply:
To be considered for this role, interested candidates must email their updated CV to careers@athenaeducationglobal.com with the subject line HR Officer. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further evaluation.
About Us:
Athena Education Global is a distinguished academic institution delivering the UK curriculum in Dubai. Our focus is on nurturing young minds through excellence in teaching, innovation, and strong core values. We provide a supportive environment where staff and students alike are empowered to achieve their full potential.
Dubai - United Arab Emirates
Category
Experience
Career Level
Required Qualification
Bachelor’s degree in HR Management, Business Administration, or a related field
Requires Traveling:
No
Salary
Salary Not disclosed
Salary Type
Per Month
Total Vacancies
1
Skills
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