HR Manager - International Talent Acquisition & Compliance

Company Description Graviti Properties LLC is one of the fastest-growing real estate consulting firms in the UAE, providing strategic, results-driven solutions across the region’s most dynamic property markets. The company partners with investors, developers, and end users, offering tailored advisory services grounded in robust market intelligence. Graviti Properties LLC emphasizes a relationship-first approach, focusing on long-term value creation and client trust. Its team of seasoned real estate professionals brings a proven track record of excellence and deep regional expertise, making it a compelling environment for professionals seeking growth in real estate consulting.

Job Description: HR Manager – Graviti Properties

Position

HR Manager

Reporting To

Managing Director & CEO

Location

Mumbai, India (with responsibility for India & UAE operations)

About Graviti Properties

Graviti Properties is an international real estate advisory and investment company specializing in premium real estate opportunities across the UAE and India. We are committed to building a high-performance, customer-centric, and value-driven organization through exceptional talent and strong people practices.

Role Summary

The HR Manager will lead the organization's talent acquisition, employee lifecycle management, HR compliance, and people development across India and the UAE. The ideal candidate should have strong expertise in international recruitment, particularly UAE/Dubai hiring, employee compliance, HR operations, and building a performance-driven culture.

The role requires a strategic HR professional who can partner with business leaders while ensuring operational excellence and adherence to local employment laws.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition

• Lead end-to-end recruitment for India and UAE.
• Develop hiring strategies for sales, leadership, marketing, operations, and corporate functions.
• Source candidates through LinkedIn, recruitment portals, executive search firms, referrals, and social media.
• Manage Dubai-specific recruitment including local and overseas hiring.
• Coordinate interviews, assessments, offer negotiations, and onboarding.
• Build talent pipelines for future business expansion.
• Develop employer branding initiatives.

UAE (Dubai) Recruitment

• Thorough understanding of UAE recruitment practices.
• Coordinate visa documentation and onboarding with PROs and government service providers.
• Knowledge of UAE employment contracts and hiring procedures.
• Work with recruitment partners and local agencies.

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• Ensure smooth relocation and joining experience for international employees.

HR Operations

• Manage complete employee lifecycle:
• Recruitment
• Joining formalities
• Probation
• Performance reviews
• Confirmation
• Promotions
• Transfers
• Exit formalities
• Maintain employee records and HR documentation.
• Develop and implement HR policies and SOPs.

Compliance

• Ensure compliance with:
• UAE Labour Law
• Indian labour regulations
• Employment contracts
• Leave policies
• Payroll documentation
• Employee records
• Coordinate with payroll and finance for accurate salary processing.
• Handle audits and statutory documentation.

Performance Management

• Implement KPI and KRA systems.
• Drive quarterly and annual performance reviews.
• Support managers in employee development.
• Identify training needs and succession planning.

Employee Engagement

• Foster a positive and performance-oriented work culture.
• Resolve employee grievances professionally.
• Conduct engagement initiatives and team-building activities.
• Promote Graviti's values across all offices.

HR Analytics

• Prepare monthly HR dashboards covering:
• Hiring metrics
• Attrition
• Headcount
• Recruitment pipeline
• Performance indicators
• Employee engagement

Desired Candidate Profile

Experience

• 6–10 years of HR experience.
• Minimum 3 years handling international recruitment.
• Proven experience hiring for UAE/Dubai markets. Or equivalent
• Experience in real estate, hospitality, banking, or service industries preferred.
• Experience hiring sales professionals is highly desirable.

Education

• MBA in Human Resources / PGDM (HR) from a recognized institution.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, CIPD, HRCI, or equivalent are an added advantage.

Technical Knowledge

• UAE Labour Law and employment regulations.
• Indian labour laws and HR compliance.
• Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding.
• HRMS and ATS platforms.
• Payroll coordination.
• Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and HR analytics.
• LinkedIn Recruiter, Naukri, Indeed, and Gulf recruitment platforms.

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Core Competencies

• Strategic Talent Acquisition
• International Recruitment
• UAE/Dubai Hiring Expertise
• HR Compliance
• Employee Relations
• Performance Management
• Leadership & Coaching
• Communication & Negotiation
• Problem Solving
• Confidentiality & Integrity
• Stakeholder Management

Core Values

At Graviti Properties, every HR leader is expected to demonstrate:

• Integrity in every decision.
• Ownership and accountability.
• Respect for people and diversity.
• Customer-first mindset.
• Transparency in communication.
• Speed with accuracy.
• Continuous learning and innovation.
• Collaboration across teams.
• Professionalism and confidentiality.
• Commitment to excellence.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Time-to-hire.
• Quality of hire.
• Offer acceptance ratio.
• Employee retention during the first year.
• Compliance adherence.
• Recruitment cost optimization.
• Employee engagement score.
• Performance review completion rate.
• HR process turnaround time.
• Internal stakeholder satisfaction.