Requirements
The HRBP Manager role requires 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a senior or standalone HR leadership role, and proven experience scaling HR functions in a start-up or high-growth environment. A Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration is mandatory, with a Master's or professional HR certification being preferred. Strong knowledge of UAE labour law, MOHRE processes, visa/immigration, and WPS payroll, along with hands-on HRIS and HR process design experience, is essential. The candidate must demonstrate strong employee relations management and stakeholder management skills, and be comfortable operating with ambiguity.
Description
Join Our TeamWe're always looking for talented individuals who are passionate about making an impact. If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you.Explore the opportunity below and see how your skills and experience can contribute to our continued success.About The CompanyVentureOne is building a new venture focused on next-generation robotics, developing intelligent service robots designed to operate safely and efficiently in human environments. The mission of this venture is to improve productivity, safety, and efficiency across high-impact industries by deploying versatile robotic systems.About The RoleThe HRBP Manager is a foundational leadership role responsible for building and running the core HR function for AD Robotics as the company scales from early-stage venture to full operational maturity. You will own the employee lifecycle end-to-end from onboarding and payroll through performance management, employee relations, and compliance while shaping the policies, systems, and culture that support a fast-moving, technical organisation. This is a hands-on, high-ownership position suited to someone who has built or scaled HR operations in a start-up or high-growth environment, ideally within the UAE, and who is comfortable operating with limited infrastructure in the early stages.Key ResponsibilitiesDesign and implement core HR infrastructure including HRIS, employee records, and workflow systems appropriate for a scaling organisation.Own the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, contracts, probation, performance management, promotions, transfers, and offboarding.Manage UAE labour law compliance, including MOHRE regulations, visa and work permit processes, and Emiratisation requirements.Administer payroll processing and coordinate with Finance to ensure accurate, timely, and compliant salary disbursement (WPS).Develop and maintain HR policies, employee handbooks, and standard operating procedures aligned with UAE law and company values.Partner with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition to support headcount planning, offer structuring, and new joiner integration.Lead employee relations matters, including grievance handling, disciplinary processes, and conflict resolution, ensuring fair and consistent application of policy.Build and administer compensation and benefits frameworks, including health insurance, leave policies, and end-of-service calculations.Drive performance management cycles, goal setting, and manager capability building across the organisation.Support organisational design, workforce planning, and change management as the company grows across functions and geographies.Champion employee engagement and culture initiatives suited to a fast-paced, technical, multicultural workforce.Ensure accurate HR reporting and metrics for leadership, including headcount, attrition, and workforce cost analysis.Minimum Qualifications8+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 3 years in a senior or standalone HR leadership role.Proven experience building or scaling an HR function in a start-up, scale-up, or high-growth environment.Strong working knowledge of UAE labour law, MOHRE processes, visa/immigration procedures, and WPS payroll requirements.Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms and HR process design in a growing organisation.Demonstrated ability to manage employee relations matters with sound judgement and discretion.Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience partnering directly with founders or C-suite leadership.Comfortable operating with ambiguity and building processes from the ground up.Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.Preferred QualificationsMaster's degree or professional HR certification (CIPD, SHRM-SCP, or equivalent).Experience in a technology, robotics, engineering, or advanced manufacturing environment.Experience working in recruitmentExposure to HR technology implementation, including HRIS selection and integration with ATS platforms.Apply TodayIf this role aligns with your experience and career goals, we encourage you to apply.We review all applications carefully, and if your profile matches our requirements, our team will be in touch to discuss next steps.Thank you for your interest in joining us.