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Arseel is a Group Strategic HR Manager and HRBP with 11+ years of experience in strategic HR leadership, talent management, organizational development, and business transformation across the UAE and MENA region. He specializes in aligning HR strategy with business objectives to drive organizational excellence, reduce costs, improve retention, and deliver measurable ROI across multinational operations.

Arseel has led HR functions across manufacturing and furniture (8+ years), oil and gas and petrochemicals (6+ years), construction and EPC/MEP (3+ years), interiors and fit-out (4+ years), FMCG and retail (2+ years), semi-government entities (2+ years), and hospitality and F&B (1+ year). This cross-sector experience gives him a broad perspective on HR challenges and best practices across industries.

Arseel has managed HR for organizations ranging from 200 to 4,500+ employees. His largest role was at Sharjah Co-operative Society, where he managed HR operations for over 4,500 employees. At Ambiance Group, he oversaw a 1,200+ employee multinational operation spanning six countries. In total, he has been responsible for 4,500+ employees across his career.

Arseel holds eight market-relevant professional credentials: MBA in Human Resources and Operations Management, SHRM-SCP (Senior Certified Professional — the most senior SHRM designation), CHRM (Certified HR Manager), Certified UAE Labour Law Professional, PMP (Project Management Professional), Scrum Master (CSM), CIR (Certified International Recruiter), and Certified KPI Professional. This combination covers strategic HR, project management, international recruitment, and performance management.

Arseel offers three engagement models: full-time hire as Senior HR Manager, HRBP, Group HR Manager, or Head of HR; project-based consulting for specific HR initiatives such as audits, system implementation, or organizational transformation; and executive coaching for HR leaders and senior managers. His consulting services span HR strategy, talent management, organizational development, training and workshops, and UAE Labour Law compliance.

Arseel's consulting day rate ranges from AED 5,000 to AED 8,000 per day, depending on the scope, duration, and nature of the project. Rates are flexible and can be negotiated based on the engagement model and mutual fit. For longer-term retainer arrangements, a monthly consulting fee structure is also available.

Executive coaching sessions are priced at AED 1,500 to AED 3,000 per session, depending on the coaching objective, frequency, and duration of the engagement. Sessions can be conducted in person in Dubai or virtually for remote clients. Coaching programs are fully customized to the individual's leadership development goals.

Arseel is immediately available and can start without a notice period. He holds a valid UAE residence visa and is currently based in Dubai, which means there are no relocation or visa processing delays for UAE-based opportunities.

Arseel is open to on-site, hybrid, and fully remote working arrangements. He is based in Dubai and holds a valid UAE driving licence, making on-site roles throughout the UAE fully accessible. He has extensive experience managing distributed and multinational teams across different time zones and working environments.

Arseel's most significant quantified achievements include: generating AED 1M+ in cost savings through strategic manpower planning; driving 20% YoY revenue growth (AED 11.6M+) across six international markets; increasing retention by 40% while reducing attrition from 18% to 11%; delivering 45% ROI with 30% market growth within a single fiscal year; cutting time-to-hire from 35 to 20 days; saving 200+ administrative hours annually through HRIS implementation; and reducing HR and admin costs by 25% through process optimization. He has received five performance awards across five different organizations.

Arseel's retention improvement strategies combine structured onboarding programs, career development initiatives, internal mobility frameworks, engagement activities, and management coaching. At Sharjah Co-operative Society, he boosted early retention by 40% through a redesigned onboarding program and engagement initiatives. At Ambiance Group, he reduced attrition from 18% to 11% through comprehensive talent management and people strategy. His approach addresses both the structural and cultural drivers of turnover, producing lasting rather than superficial improvements.

Arseel has delivered over AED 1M in direct cost savings through strategic manpower planning during project mobilization and demobilization at Ambiance Group. He has also reduced HR overhead costs by 17% at Armor Lubricants through lean staffing models, reduced overhead costs by 16% at Al Motajaded Group through process optimization, and reduced HR and admin costs by 25% at Ambiance Group through vendor rationalization and process restructuring.

Arseel has received five performance awards across five organizations: Strategic Leadership Excellence Award at Ambiance Group (2024), Outstanding Performer at Armor Lubricants (2021), Outstanding Regional Operations Leadership Award at Al Motajaded Group (2020), HR Innovation Award at Sharjah Co-operative Society (2019), and Organizational Impact Award at AVANA Lubricants (2018). Each award reflects documented, measurable impact at the organizational level.

Arseel has functioned as an embedded HRBP throughout his career, partnering directly with business leadership to align people strategy with organizational objectives. At Ambiance Group, he served as Group Strategic HR Manager and HRBP for a 1,200+ employee multinational operation across six countries, working directly with the C-suite on growth strategy, governance, and organizational design. His HRBP approach prioritizes business outcomes, with HR serving as a genuine strategic partner rather than an administrative function.

Yes. Arseel is a Certified UAE Labour Law Professional with deep practical knowledge of Federal Decree-Law No. 33 of 2021 and its implementing regulations. He has built and audited compliance frameworks for multiple organizations, managed end-of-service calculations, drafted and reviewed employment contracts, and guided organizations through disciplinary and termination processes in full compliance with UAE law. He has also managed cross-border HR compliance for operations in Libya alongside UAE.

Arseel has implemented HRMS and HRIS platforms, payroll systems, and Employee Self-Service (ESS) portals across multiple organizations. His implementations have saved 200+ administrative hours annually and enabled data-driven HR analytics and MIS reporting. He has also introduced online HR request forms as part of paperless environment initiatives and implemented KPI and OKR-based performance management systems integrated with HR technology.

Arseel is fluent in both Arabic and English, with working proficiency in Urdu and Hindi. This multilingual capability is particularly valuable in the UAE's diverse workforce environment, enabling him to communicate directly with employees, managers, and leadership across different nationalities and cultural backgrounds.

Recruiters can reach Arseel directly by phone or WhatsApp at +971 52 815 9476, by email at arseelsadeq.nasher@gmail.com, or via his LinkedIn profile. He is responsive and can typically schedule an introductory call within 24 hours. His full CV is available for direct download on the For Recruiters page.

Arseel holds a valid UAE residence visa that is transferable to a new employer. He also holds a valid UAE driving licence. There are no visa-related delays or complications for UAE-based opportunities — he is ready to transition directly to a new role.

Yes. Arseel is actively seeking full-time senior HR leadership roles in Dubai and the broader UAE. His primary target roles are Senior HR Manager, HR Business Partner, Group HR Manager, HR Operations Manager, and Head of HR. He is also open to adjacent senior-level roles that leverage his strategic HR expertise, HRBP background, and multinational management experience.

Arseel is seeking a competitive, market-based compensation package commensurate with 11+ years of senior HR leadership experience, his certification portfolio, and the scope of the role. He is open to discussing expectations based on the specific opportunity, organization size, responsibilities, and total benefits package. Contact him directly for a confidential discussion.

Through HR Kingsman, Arseel shares practical HR resources including templates, frameworks, and guides developed from his hands-on experience. These include HR audit checklists, KPI dashboard templates, UAE Labour Law guides, performance review frameworks, and onboarding program checklists. Resources are available by request via the Resources page. His full CV is also available for direct download.

Yes. Arseel designs and delivers customized training programs and workshops for HR teams, managers, and organizational leaders. Topics include HR best practices, strategic HRBP development, UAE Labour Law compliance, performance management frameworks, employee engagement, and leadership development. Workshops are tailored to the specific industry, organizational culture, and participant level.

Arseel is available for podcast appearances and video interviews as a guest expert on HR leadership, talent management, UAE Labour Law, and organizational excellence topics. He is actively building his thought leadership through written content on this blog and LinkedIn. If you are interested in featuring Arseel on your platform, please reach out via the Contact page.

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