HAROON YOUNUS
Dubai
Summary
Results-driven Human Resources Generalist skilled in managing the employee lifecycle, including recruitment and onboarding. Expertise in payroll administration, visa processing, and compliance with UAE labour law. Utilises HRIS systems to streamline processes and enhance operational efficiency, while implementing strategies to improve employee engagement and resolve conflicts.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Human Resources Generalist
Alqaro Roads Contracting
Dubai
02.2025 - Current
- Managed recruitment processes, from advertising vacancies to conducting interviews and selecting candidates, enhancing talent acquisition efforts.
- Oversaw full employee lifecycle, ensuring compliance with UAE labour law through effective onboarding, contract renewals, and end-of-service formalities.
- Coordinated employee visa processing, renewals, and cancellations in liaison with PRO.
- Managed employment registry, passport control, medical insurance, and attendance records using Centra and HRIS systems.
- Processed monthly payroll with accurate WPS submissions and salary calculations.
- Administered workmen's compensation claims, facilitating grievance resolution and managing disciplinary actions and conflict mediation to support workplace harmony.
- Conducted leave management, exit interviews, and final settlement calculations.
- Supported employee engagement and internal communication strategies.
- Streamlined HR processes through the introduction of HR software systems, improving efficiency.
Human Resource Executive
Neo Mena Technologies Ltd
Dubai
07.2023 - 03.2024
- Developed successful strategies and policies, meeting organisational needs and implementing improvements.
- Assessed departmental performance and implemented improvements to enhance key operational processes.
- Streamlined employee onboarding and document management processes, improving new hire integration.
- Facilitated grievance handling, performance reviews, and training logistics, supporting effective HR operations.
- Resolved employee queries regarding policies, payroll, and benefits effectively.
- Reviewed reports, recommendations and requests from subordinate leadership.
- Leveraged financial data and forecasts to set clear operating budgets.
HR and PR Coordinator
Veto Roads Contracting LLC
Ajman
06.2022 - 05.2023
- Coordinated recruitment lifecycle tasks, enhancing candidate experience through effective job postings and CV screening.
- Coordinated interview schedules for candidates and hiring managers.
- Compiled onboarding materials for new recruits, ensuring comprehensive access to workplace manuals, training documents and contracts.
- Aided in training programs and employee performance evaluations.
- Facilitated payroll processing and maintained accurate attendance records to support operational efficiency.
- Managed holiday and absence records, planning to minimise disruption to business operations.
- Organised and updated employee files to ensure accurate record-keeping.
- Worked with legal team on policy issues, compliance concerns, grievances and employee complaints.
- Monitored visa processing times, proactively addressing delays and communicating effectively with affected applicants.
Customer Service Associate
EXPO 2020
Dubai
08.2021 - 04.2022
- Delivered customer service, resolving queries and complaints to ensure customer satisfaction.
- Maintained high satisfaction through prompt and professional service.
- Provided product and event information to improve visitor experience.
- Resolved customer queries over phone and by email.
- Managed inbound calls in a fast-paced environment, consistently achieving resolution on first contact.
Education
BS - Accounting and Finance, Fintech
University of Management and Technology
Sharjah, SH01-2024
Higher Secondary Commerce - IT
New Indian Model School
Sharjah01-2020
Skills
- Recruitment
- Onboarding
- Payroll management
- Performance Management
- Compliance
- Labour compliance
- Employee Relations
- HR Documentation
- Visa management
- Visa Processing
- HRIS
- Sage
- Microsoft Excel (Advanced)
- Data Analytics
- Database maintenance
- HR software skills
- HR policy analysis
- Grievance management
- Employee Engagement
- Attention to Detail
- Conflict Resolution
- Communication
- Critical Thinking
- Employee engagement
- Database maintenance
- HR software skills
Certification
- HR Management & Payroll Certification
- CHRP (Certified Human Resources Professional)
- Financial Risk Management Workshop
- Corporate Law and Taxation Workshop
- Introduction to Data Analysis with Microsoft Excel
Languages
English
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Advanced
C1
Urdu
Proficient
C2
Baluchi
Advanced
C1
Projects
- HR Analytics Dashboard, 2023, Built a dashboard tracking recruitment, attrition, and engagement metrics.
- Employee Training Program, 2023, Launched a training program increasing productivity by 20%.
- Budget Optimization Tool, 2025, Developed tools to streamline budgeting and resource allocation.
- Financial Reporting, 2022, Prepared multi-year reports with inventory management, revaluation, and depreciation tracking.
Websites, Portfolios and Profiles
linkedin.com/in/haroon-younus
Timeline
Human Resources Generalist
Alqaro Roads Contracting
02.2025 - Current
Human Resource Executive
Neo Mena Technologies Ltd
07.2023 - 03.2024
HR and PR Coordinator
Veto Roads Contracting LLC
06.2022 - 05.2023
Customer Service Associate
EXPO 2020
08.2021 - 04.2022
BS - Accounting and Finance, Fintech
University of Management and Technology
Higher Secondary Commerce - IT
New Indian Model School