We are looking to hire an HR Onboarding Associate, who will be responsible for supporting the HR Team to conducting orientation sessions, providing ongoing support to new joiners to ensure a smooth transition into the company. This role is for our client based in Dubai, a leading holding company.

This position will have an initial duration of 6 months (renewable).

The role sits within the HR Department and reports directly to the Onboarding Manager.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end onboarding process for new hires across multiple hospitality properties, ensuring all pre-joining and joining formalities are completed accurately and on time.
• Handle high-volume onboarding cycles, coordinating with HR, operations, and accommodation teams to ensure readiness before employee start dates.
• Collect and verify all joining documents (passport, visa, Emirates ID, photo, etc.) and liaise with the relevant departments for processing and record-keeping.
• Maintain and update onboarding trackers, employee status reports, and Excel-based databases manually with a high level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Prepare and maintain onboarding materials, welcome kits, and checklists aligned with company standards and hospitality service expectations.
• Conduct onboarding and orientation sessions to familiarize new employees with company culture, policies, and benefits.
• Coordinate logistical arrangements such as IT access, uniforms, transportation, and accommodation allocations.
• Support new joiners throughout their first weeks, addressing queries and ensuring a smooth transition into their roles.
• Collaborate with HR operations to ensure compliance with company and UAE labor requirements related to onboarding documentation.

Knowledge, Skills & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum 2–5 years of experience in HR or onboarding, preferably within large-scale hospitality or F&B operations.
• Proven ability to handle high-volume onboarding cycles and manage multiple joining timelines simultaneously.
• Strong administrative and coordination skills, particularly in maintaining manual trackers and Excel-based reports.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint); experience with HRIS or onboarding systems is a plus.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail and accuracy in documentation.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills to interact with diverse, multicultural teams.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment while maintaining professionalism and confidentiality.

Availability:

• Only applicants with immediate availability will be considered.

We are looking for a candidate who will be able to work in United Arab Emirates. Please apply with your resume and remember to provide us with your contact details.

We will review your job application within 7 working days. Should your profile fit the requirements of the role a consultant from Edari will be in touch with you to get a deeper understanding of your profile, to discuss the role in more detail and potential next steps.