Human Resources Director
Recruit, screen, interview, or place individuals within an organization. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Saudi, UAE with 5 recent postings.
A Human Resources Director in the GCC region requires compliance, leadership, arabic, english, AWS. 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 | 16,500 AED | 28,500 AED | 44,500 AED | 61,500 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 16,000 SAR | 27,500 SAR | 42,500 SAR | 58,500 SAR |
| Qatar | 17,500 QAR | 30,000 QAR | 46,500 QAR | 64,500 QAR |
| Kuwait | 1,350 KWD | 2,350 KWD | 3,650 KWD | 5,050 KWD |
| Oman | 1,500 OMR | 2,600 OMR | 4,050 OMR | 5,600 OMR |
| Bahrain | 1,450 BHD | 2,450 BHD | 3,850 BHD | 5,300 BHD |
How Human Resources Director 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
- Imtiaz Partners
- Global Corporation
- Guildhall Group
- Travelex
Active markets
- saudi
- uae
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: Develop and implement HR strategies that support the overall business plan and strategic direction of the organization. Lead the recruitment process, ensuring the acquisition of high
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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.
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Address employee relations issues, such as harassment allegations, work complaints, or other employee concerns.
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Review employment applications and job orders to match applicants with job requirements.
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Inform job applicants of details such as duties and responsibilities, compensation, benefits, schedules, working conditions, or promotion opportunities.
What is the average Human Resources Director salary in the UAE?
The median monthly gross salary for a mid-level Human Resources Director 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 Director salaries the most?
Qatar and the UAE typically lead for Human Resources Director 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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