What this role will achieve
The role strengthens people practices across culture, employee relations and recruitment, keeping them aligned with organisational goals. Employee concerns are handled fairly and consistently, sensitive matters are managed in line with UAE employment legislation and company policies, and managers and senior leaders have practical guidance for complex people issues. Stronger employee relations practices help manage organisational risk and support a positive workplace.
Key responsibilities
- Lead complex employee relations matters, including grievances, disciplinary issues, workplace investigations and conflict resolution. Handle sensitive investigations and recommend appropriate actions and resolutions. - Advise managers on workplace issues, performance concerns and people management practices. Coach them in communication, conflict management and employee engagement. - Advise senior leaders on people-related challenges and organisational risks, supporting fair and consistent handling of employee matters. - Develop and strengthen employee relations frameworks, policies and procedures. Review HR policies and practices for alignment with current UAE employment legislation and company policies. - Identify patterns in employee concerns and recommend proactive changes to workplace culture and employee experience that support trust, accountability and engagement. - Provide strategic HR leadership across culture and recruitment, aligned with organisational goals.
Must-have skills and qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field. • Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership or Employee Relations role. • Employee Relations & Grievance Management • Workplace Investigation & Conflict Resolution • Employment Law & Regulatory Compliance • Stakeholder Management & Influencing Skills • Coaching and Advising Managers • Policy Development & Implementation • Strong Communication and Interpersonal Skills • Sound Judgment and Decision-Making • Confidentiality, Integrity, and Professionalism • Change Management and Organisational Effectiveness • Ability to handle sensitive and complex people issues objectively and fairly • Demonstrated experience managing complex employee grievances, disciplinary actions, workplace investigations, and conflict resolution. • Experience advising senior leaders and managers on employee relations and workplace matters.
Nice-to-have skills and qualifications
• Experience in a fast-paced, multicultural work environment.
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