HR Advisory
Building Compliant, People-Centric Workforces
Managing people in the UAE is unlike anywhere else. With federal labour laws, free zone regulations, Emiratization quotas, WPS payroll compliance, and a workforce representing 190+ nationalities, HR leaders face a dual challenge:
- Stay compliant with fast-changing regulations
- Engage and retain diverse, high-performing teams
At AKW Consultants, we design HR frameworks that keep you legally compliant and audit-ready while enhancing engagement, retention, and long-term performance.
Top HR Challenges in the UAE
01
Labour Law Compliance
Different rules for mainland and each free zone create complexity, and fines for non-compliance are steep.
02
Talent Management
Finding and retaining the right professionals is competitive, especially for SMEs.
03
Emiratization
Many companies struggle to interpret and implement Emiratization targets effectively.
04
Diversity & Cultural Integration
With employees from across the globe, cultural misalignment can harm morale and productivity.
05
Learning & Development Gaps
Without structured training, onboarding is weak and upskilling stalls.
HOW WE HELP
Our HR Advisory Solutions
UAE Labour Law & Employer Compliance
- Navigating mainland and free zone regulations
- Advisory on hiring, leave, terminations, and disputes
- Drafting HR policies aligned with UAE law and company culture
HR Policies & Contracts
- Legally compliant contracts, NDAs, and non-competes
- Remote and flexible work clauses
- Jurisdiction-specific contract review
Payroll & WPS Management
- WPS registration and salary file (SIF) setup
- Accurate payroll, benefits, and settlements
- End-of-service and gratuity compliance
Emiratization & GPSSA Support
- Assessing obligations and compliance timelines
- NAFIS registration and GPSSA onboarding
- Integrating UAE nationals into the workforce
Talent Acquisition & Retention
- Recruitment process optimisation
- Role fit analysis & succession planning
- Leadership pipeline development
Learning & Development
- Custom onboarding programmes
- Compliance, technical, and leadership training
- Linking skills to business KPIs and performance
Why Businesses Choose AKW
Deep UAE Labour Expertise
Knowledge of mainland
and free zone labour laws
Cross-Functional Support
HR, compliance, tax,
and governance under one roof
Workforce Development Impact
Proven track record in
training and engagement
Tailored Emiratization Solutions
Compliance + workforce
integration strategies
End-to-End HR Services
From policies to payroll
to leadership training
Optimise Your Workforce, Protect Your Compliance
Strong HR systems drive engagement, retention, and performance.