HR Business Partner – Dubai, UAE
Experience: 10 – 15 Years
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Education: Bachelor’s in Business Administration / Arts & Humanities; MBA or PG Diploma in Business Management (HR/Industrial Relations) preferred
Nationality: Any
Gender: Any
Vacancy: 1
Job Description
We are seeking a highly experienced HR Business Partner to join our team in Dubai. The successful candidate will play a strategic role in aligning HR practices with business objectives, supporting managers, and enhancing the overall employee experience.
Roles & Responsibilities
1. HR Advisory and Compliance
- Provide guidance to managers and employees on HR issues, conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and employee grievances.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
- Analyse HR data to advise stakeholders, proactively manage workforce risks, and support strategic planning.
2. Talent Acquisition and Onboarding
- Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs, attract top talent, and ensure effective onboarding.
- Coordinate the full talent acquisition cycle and participate in interview selection.
3. Job Descriptions and Manpower Planning
- Update job descriptions for assigned departments.
- Maintain quarterly manpower plans with project/department heads.
- Coordinate HR-related activities with site project teams.
4. Exit Interviews and Data Analysis
- Conduct exit interviews, analyse trends, and recommend improvements.
5. Performance Management
- Support implementation of performance management systems, goal setting, feedback, and career development.
- Coach managers on Performance Improvement Plans (PIP) and Performance Development Plans (PDP).
- Oversee probationary process for new joiners.
6. Learning and Development
- Identify training and development needs; conduct awareness sessions on new policies.
7. HR Systems and Data Quality
- Use SAP SuccessFactors and ensure data quality is maintained quarterly.
8. Employee Engagement and Retention
- Implement initiatives to promote engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
- Manage employee surveys, analyse feedback, and recommend actions.
9. Absence Management & Wellbeing
- Review absence cases and enforce disciplinary action as per policy.
- Promote wellbeing and corporate values (Innovo Life) in partnership with managers.
10. Diversity and Inclusion
- Support diversity initiatives and advise on related issues.
11. Employee Relations & Recognition
- Foster positive employee relations and implement recognition programs.
- Coach line managers on creating a culture of appreciation.
12. Succession Planning
- Support development and implementation of succession planning activities.
Desired Candidate Profile
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; HR certifications (SHRM-CP, PHR, CIPD) or master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10 years in HR, with a strong focus on HR business partnering.
- Deep understanding of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations.
- Strong business acumen with the ability to align HR strategies with business needs.
Employment Type
Full Time
Company Industry
Construction / Civil Engineering
Department / Functional Area
Administration
