Job Overview:
Experience: 10 – 15 Years
Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE)
Education: Bachelor of Business Administration / Bachelor of Arts (Arts & Humanities); MBA / PG Diploma in Business Management (HR / Industrial Relations) preferred
Nationality: Any
Gender: Any
Vacancy: 1
Employment Type: Full Time
Company Industry: Construction / Civil Engineering
Department / Functional Area: Administration
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 across the organization.
Roles & Responsibilities:
HR Advisory and Compliance
- Advise managers and employees on HR-related issues, including conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and employee grievances.
- Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
- Analyse HR data and provide expert advice to stakeholders to proactively address workforce risks, enhance compliance, and support strategic planning.
Talent Acquisition and Onboarding
- Partner with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and ensure the attraction, selection, and retention of top talent.
- Manage effective onboarding and integration processes.
- Coordinate the full talent acquisition cycle and participate in interview selection.
Job Descriptions and Manpower Planning
- Assist department heads in updating job descriptions.
- Maintain quarterly manpower plans with project/department heads.
- Coordinate people-related activities with site project teams.
Exit Interviews and Data Analysis
- Conduct exit interviews and analyse findings to identify trends and areas for improvement.
Performance Management
- Support the implementation and monitoring of performance management systems.
- Guide managers and employees on goal setting, performance feedback, and career development.
- Coach line managers on Performance Improvement Plans (PIP) and Performance Development Plans (PDP).
- Oversee the probationary process for all new joiners.
Learning and Development
- Identify training and development needs and consolidate them for the assigned population.
- Conduct training/awareness sessions for new HR policies.
HR Systems and Data Quality
- Use SAP SuccessFactors and review data quality on a quarterly basis.
Employee Engagement and Retention
- Implement activities to promote employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
- Manage employee surveys, analyse feedback, and recommend improvements.
Absence Management and Wellbeing
- Review absence cases and take required disciplinary action according to company policy.
- Partner with line managers to lead initiatives promoting wellbeing and corporate values (Innovo Life).
Diversity and Inclusion
- Support initiatives to enhance diversity and inclusion.
- Provide guidance on diversity-related issues.
Employee Relations and Recognition
- Foster positive employee relations and support engagement initiatives.
- Implement recognition and rewards programs, coaching line managers on appreciation culture.
Succession Planning
- Assist in the development and implementation of succession planning activities.
Desired Candidate Profile:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR, CIPD) or master’s degree preferred.
- Minimum 10 years of experience in HR, with a focus on HR Business Partnering.
- Strong understanding of HR best practices, employment laws, and regulations.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to align HR strategies with business needs.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
