HR Manager – Dubai Based –  Architecture and Design Consultancy

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Location

Dubai, UAE

Type

Permanent

Salary

£50,000 - £60,000

  • HR Manager
  • 2 October 2025
Salary: Up to AED 25,000/month (£50,000–£60,000 GBP)

As a result of continued growth and strategic expansion, the Partners of a fast-growing architecture and design consultancy are now seeking an experienced HR Manager to join their Dubai team.

About the company:

A multidisciplinary consultancy with offices in London, Dubai and Jordan, the practice has grown rapidly to over 100 employees and continues to expand across key global markets.

The Role:

The HR Manager will lead a small team of two, reporting directly to the three founding Partners. The role offers the opportunity to shape and implement strategic people initiatives, whilst also ensuring day-to-day HR operations are handled efficiently.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Partner with senior leadership to drive HR strategy and business objectives

  • Oversee all aspects of HR operations in both the UAE and UK

  • Lead initiatives around talent development, employee engagement and organisational design

  • Ensure legal compliance across jurisdictions, including UK Employment Law and UAE Labour Law

  • Manage and develop the internal HR team

  • Support recruitment and retention strategies across all offices

Requirements:

  • A minimum of 6 years’ HR experience

  • Strong working knowledge of both UK Employment Law and UAE Labour Law

  • Proven experience in a strategic HR role with hands-on responsibilities

  • Background in professional services, consultancy, or the architecture/design industry highly desirable

  • Previous experience working in both the UAE and UK advantageous

  • Demonstrable longevity in previous roles

  • Experience advising and partnering with senior stakeholders

  • CIPD Level 5 qualification essential

Package:

  • Salary: Up to AED 25,000 per month (£50,000–£60,000 GBP), dependent on experience

  • Annual performance bonus

  • Annual salary review

  • 10 days remote working allowance per year

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