Human Resources Specialist
Recruit, screen, interview, or place individuals within an organization. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Kuwait, Qatar, Saudi with 7 recent postings.
A Human Resources Specialist in the GCC region requires Excel, communication, AWS, compliance, logistics. Recruit, screen, interview, or place individuals within an organization. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Salary across the GCC
Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
| Country | Junior | Mid-Level | Senior | Lead / Principal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 13,000 AED | 22,000 AED | 34,000 AED | 47,500 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 12,000 SAR | 21,000 SAR | 32,500 SAR | 45,000 SAR |
| Qatar | 13,500 QAR | 23,000 QAR | 35,500 QAR | 49,500 QAR |
| Kuwait | 1,050 KWD | 1,800 KWD | 2,800 KWD | 3,850 KWD |
| Oman | 1,150 OMR | 2,000 OMR | 3,100 OMR | 4,300 OMR |
| Bahrain | 1,100 BHD | 1,900 BHD | 2,950 BHD | 4,100 BHD |
How Human Resources Specialist pay varies in the UAE
UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED
Modelled from 500 market signals (Michael Page, Cooper Fitch & Hays surveys + Tabbio posting data) · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate
By company size
Median compensation varies with headcount.
Top-paying industries
Median for this role, ranked by sector.
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.
Top hiring companies
- Bayut KSA - بيوت السعودية
- Bayut
- Confidential
- Flint Consulting Ltd
- One Tech Capital LLC
Active markets
- kuwait
- qatar
- saudi
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: Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract high
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quality candidates for various positions within the organization. Conduct thorough interviews and assessments to evaluate candidate
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related concerns. Provide employees with information regarding company policies,
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and contribute to strategic HR functions. Job Description Key Responsibilities: Recruitment & Talent Acquisition: Manage end
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Interpret and explain human resources policies, procedures, laws, standards, or regulations.
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Hire employees and process hiring-related paperwork.
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Maintain current knowledge of Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action guidelines and laws, such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
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Prepare or maintain employment records related to events, such as hiring, termination, leaves, transfers, or promotions, using human resources management system software.
What is the average Human Resources Specialist salary in the UAE?
The median monthly gross salary for a mid-level Human Resources Specialist in the UAE is estimated from sample Gulf pay data. The figures scale with seniority — juniors earn roughly 55-60% of the mid level, seniors about 1.5×, and leads/principals close to 2×.
Which GCC country pays Human Resources Specialist salaries the most?
Qatar and the UAE typically lead for Human Resources Specialist salaries, with Saudi Arabia close behind. Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman pay in local currency but the gross AED-equivalent is usually somewhat lower.
Are these figures gross or net?
All numbers are monthly gross base pay — before housing or transport allowances, bonuses, or statutory deductions. GCC payroll typically has no income tax for residents, so gross and net are close for most expats.
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