Manager - People & Culture - Aldar Education Aldar Academies

Aldar Education is currently seeking outstanding Managers People & Culture to join our schools across Abu Dhabi.

This is an exciting opportunity to join the highly successful Aldar Education family of schools and to help shape the future of Abu Dhabi s leading school group.

As the leading education group in Abu Dhabi, we provide inclusive and innovative learning that inspires and empowers communities. We offer a range of brands for all learners in our community, from nursery through to adult education. We offer the broadest choice of curricula. In the largest number of locations in Abu Dhabi.

Starting with one school and 250 students in 2007, Aldar Education has grown into a highly sought-after education provider, now supporting over 38,000 students in 31 schools and a growing network of almost 5,000 educators, with over 100 nationalities, offering a wide range of curricula and ancillary services such as a Teacher Training Academy.

Working collaboratively, our education network s purpose is to empower the next generation to shape our future, directly supporting the educational goals of Abu Dhabi s government. Today, Aldar Education s efforts are guided by the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 plan, which aims to build a sustainable knowledge-based economy through premium education.

The successful candidates will be closely aligned with our core values and ethos and possess a genuine understanding and appreciation of the values of the region.

Manager - P&C will oversee and lead the HR function across multiple schools. This strategic business partner role requires balancing daily operational HR needs with long-term workforce planning and culture-building initiatives. The P&C Manager will partner with School Principals and senior leadership teams to support all aspects of the employee lifecycle, while also ensuring alignment with Aldar Education s group-wide P&C strategies and compliance standards.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• Related industry qualification, of graduate level, for the assigned functional area(s).
• Recognized HR Qualification and/or professional subscription (eg CIPD) desirable

Minimum Experience:

• Minimum 5 years in HR or Recruitment in any industry;
• Education industry experience preferable

Job Specific Knowledge & Skills:

• Proven knowledge of UAE Labour Law and ADEK/KHDA compliance requirements.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft 360 suite, ERP (Oracle, SAP, MS Dynamics).
• Strong organizational and prioritisation skills.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and proactive.
• Skilled in multi-tasking and handling pressure.

This job description is not all-inclusive. Aldar Education reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. We are also mindful of our national development strategy and encourage UAE Nationals in their application at our company.

• Liaise with HQ P&C, Public Relations, and Government Relations to ensure full regulatory and immigration compliance.

3. Performance Enablement & Development

• Coordinate probation reviews and performance appraisal cycles in line with policy.
• Support Principals in identifying and addressing performance concerns.
• Update and align job descriptions with competency frameworks.
• Track and report on professional development and training activity.

4. Employee Relations & Compliance

• Lead investigations and manage employee relations cases with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Advise on disciplinary matters, grievances, and conduct concerns.
• Escalate high-risk or legal issues to HQ P&C and Legal as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate and confidential ER records and trackers.