In this episode of the HR Sisters Podcast , Desma & Elrona discussed the critical first 12 to 18 months of setting up or expanding a business in the UAE from an HR perspective. We cover everything you need to know about compliance, employment contracts, and effective HR practices to ensure your business thrives in a new market.

What You’ll Learn:

• Why the first year is crucial for your business success.

• The importance of understanding local laws and compliance requirements.

• How to effectively set up HR processes and employment contracts tailored to the UAE.

• The significance of creating an employee value proposition to attract top talent.

• Best practices for onboarding and managing employees in a new market.

If you're planning to expand your business to the UAE or are in the early stages of setting up, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you navigate the complexities of HR in a new market.

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Think a trade license is all you need to hire employees in the UAE? Think again! In this Episode, we’ll walk you through the critical steps you need to complete before hiring your first employee.

Learn about the essential approvals from the Immigration Department (ICP) and the Ministry of Human Resources and Emiratisation (MOHRE), including how to get an establishment card, open a labour file, and obtain employee quota pre-approvals.

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Do employers in the UAE have to give salary advances? In this episode, S&K HR Consulting breaks down what UAE Labour Law says about employee salary advances, obligations, and proper recovery methods.

While employees may request advances for various reasons, you are not legally obligated to provide them. But if you do choose to, this episode explains how to recover salary advances legally, in line with WPS rules, and with proper payroll documentation.

Key Points Covered in This episode:

Are salary advances mandatory under UAE law?

Best practices if you choose to offer salary advances

WPS salary thresholds you must follow

Installment recovery and payroll compliance

Importance of payroll deduction authorization forms

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