Human Resources Manager

About the role

An experienced, hands-on HR professional is sought to lead the full people function in Doha. The role builds and runs compliant, practical HR policies and processes, acts as a trusted adviser on people matters and keeps employee records and government processes accurate and up to date.

Key responsibilities

• HR strategy and workforce planning: develop the HR plan, prepare manpower plans and HR budgets, conduct job analysis and support change management and restructuring.
• Talent acquisition and onboarding: manage end-to-end recruitment and run orientation, onboarding and probation reviews.
• Compensation, benefits and payroll: oversee salary structures, leave and end-of-service benefits, and control monthly payroll inputs, deductions and WPS compliance with Finance.
• Performance, learning and development: lead the performance cycle, identify training needs, run talent reviews and succession planning.
• Employee relations and compliance: maintain HR policies, handle grievances and disciplinary matters, and ensure compliance with Qatar Labour Law and QFC Employment Regulations.
• Government relations and immigration: manage work permits, visas and residence permits for employees and dependants.
• HR systems, records and reporting: keep employee records accurate and confidential, improve HR systems and produce regular HR reports.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field; a Master's degree (MBA) is an advantage.
• At least 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a manager-level HR role in Qatar.
• Strong working knowledge of Qatar Labour Law and immigration and residency procedures.
• Proven experience in employee relations, investigations and disciplinary matters.
• Excellent written and spoken English; Arabic is preferred, French is a plus.
• Valid Qatar driving licence.

Required skills

• Payroll, WPS, leave and end-of-service calculations and HR documentation.
• MS Office, particularly Excel, and experience with HR systems.
• Preferred: HR certification such as CIPD Level 5/7, SHRM-CP/SCP, and training in AI tools applied to HR.