HR Assistant

HR Assistant- GFM

We are currently recruiting for a Human Resources Assistant for GEMS Metropole
School, Motor City, Dubai. The HR Assistant would be supporting with the day
to day operations of the Human Resources school office. Managing the
administration of human resources policies, procedures and programs. Providing
support and advice in the various human resources functions, which include
recruitment, staffing, training and development and employee counseling.
The other job responsibilities include but are not limited to;
* To See all aspects of HR operations within the school, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and policy development.
* Conducted thorough background checks, reference verifications, and Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) checks for new hires in compliance with Safer Recruitment Policy.
* Manager Emiratization in school including sourcing, screening and Hiring candidates and monitoring the numbers required and fulfilling before time.
* Work on NAFIS to source high quality talent and manage the whole employee lifecycle of Emiratis.
* Manage employee relations, addressing grievances, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution, while maintaining a supportive and positive work environment.
* Implement HR policies and procedures, in alignment with statutory requirements and best practices to ensure compliance with labor laws and regulations
* Provide guidance and support to SLT and staff on HR-related matters, ensuring consistent and fair application of policies and procedures.
* Manage employee relations, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures.
* Recruitment for Support staff, TA/LSA, Admin and Arabic/Islamic teachers and sometimes overseas teachers as well, including sourcing through Sniper hire, screening candidates in line with Safer recruitment policy and hiring candidates on DAX.
* Conduct induction (HR session) for TA/LSAs at the start of the AY year.
* Manage booking flights for new joiners at the start of new AY. Handling all queries related to travel. Informing visa guidelines as well over sponsoring their dependents and insurance.
* Deputize for HR Manager if and when required, managing the HR office with every day operation.
* Being in charge of HR records and reports, including employee data, files, documentation, staff attendance, and payroll information.
* Ensuring all employee for all categories are insured and managing all insurance related queries and liaising insurance broker and staff.
Expected Experience:
* Experience working within Human Resources.
* Knowledge in general HR office procedures, policies and methods.
* Experience working within school HR is desirable.
* Experienced in using MS Office and HR Systems.
Job-Specific Knowledge & Skills:
* Strong verbal and written communication skills.
* Excellent organization and interpersonal skills.
* Solid communication skills and attention to detail.
* Able to multi task and cope with a degree of pressure at peak times.
* Advanced MS Excel skills will be an added advantage.

About your Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, tuition fee concession, medical insurance,
airfare allowance, ‎45 days annual leave and end of service gratuity.