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Job Description – HR Executive
Department: Human Resources
Location: Sharjah, UAE
Reports to: HR Manager
Role Purpose
The HR Executive will support the effective delivery of day-to-day HR operations, including payroll coordination, attendance and leave management, employee services, HR administration and HRMS transactions. The role requires a hands-on HR professional with strong numerical ability, attention to detail and the flexibility to manage varied HR responsibilities in a dynamic, multi-location organisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Coordinate and support monthly payroll activities, including salary inputs, overtime, incentives, deductions, reimbursements and related calculations. Manage attendance and leave administration, including attendance validation, discrepancy resolution, monthly closure and reporting. Handle employee requests and queries through HRMS tickets and other communication channels, ensuring timely resolution and follow-up. Support employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, documentation, employee record maintenance, transfers, resignations and exit formalities. Assist with preparation and validation of end-of-service benefits and final settlement calculations. Maintain accurate employee records, HR trackers, databases and documentation. Coordinate with Finance and other departments on payroll inputs, employee settlements and HR-related requirements. Support HRMS transactions, data validation, testing and implementation activities. Prepare HR reports and dashboards relating to attendance, payroll, employee movements and other operational metrics. Ensure compliance with established HR policies, procedures and applicable UAE employment requirements. Identify operational gaps and contribute to improving HR processes, controls and service delivery. Undertake additional HR responsibilities and departmental assignments based on organisational requirements.
Candidate Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field. 1-2 years of relevant experience in HR operations, payroll or HR administration, preferably in the UAE. Practical experience in at least two or more of the following areas: payroll processing, attendance management, HRMS/ticket management, employee lifecycle administration, leave management or compensation administration. Good numerical and analytical ability, with strong MS Excel skills. Experience using Keka HRMS or payroll management systems. Working knowledge of UAE employment practices and HR administration. Strong attention to detail, organization and follow-through. Ability to manage multiple priorities and work collaboratively with different departments. High level of confidentiality, accountability and willingness to learn.
Key Competencies
- Numerical and analytical ability Attention to detail and accuracy HR operations knowledge Problem-solving and coordination Adaptability and flexibility Ownership and accountability Communication and stakeholder management



