HR Business Partner | Automotive | Dubai

Company: Al-Futtaim Automotive – الفطيم للسيارات –

WebSite: Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Description:**Job Requisition ID: 173924**

Established in the 1930s, Al-Futtaim Group is a diversified and progressive, privately held regional enterprise headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. The Group operates through five divisions: Automotive, Financial Services, Real Estate, Retail, and Healthcare. Al-Futtaim Group employs over 35,000 individuals across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia, and Africa, and maintains partnerships with over 200 globally recognized and innovative brands. Guided by entrepreneurship and a commitment to customer satisfaction, Al-Futtaim Group continues to expand and adapt to the evolving needs of its clientele within the communities it serves. The organization upholds the values of respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity, thereby enriching the lives and aspirations of its customers.

**Role Summary:**

The HR Business Partner will serve as a trusted advisor to management on all human capital matters. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of the business to facilitate the implementation of HR strategies and practices that support business growth, promote a performance-driven culture, meritocracy, and diversity, and ensure compliance with Group HR policy.

**Key Responsibilities:**

* Collaborate with the Senior HR Business Partner to translate business strategy into actionable annual plans that enhance the company’s competitive position.
* Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the HR function.
* Ensure effective onboarding and support for new employees to facilitate rapid integration and productivity.
* Facilitate talent reviews, implement succession plans, and develop retention strategies for key personnel.
* Develop and execute learning and development initiatives to enhance employee skills and capabilities.
* Coach managers in performance management practices and implement plans to improve performance or manage employee departures.
* Communicate organizational messages and monitor feedback within assigned functional areas.
* Support the implementation of HR strategy by identifying training and development needs and collaborating with the Learning & Development Manager to deliver appropriate programs.
* Ensure the identification and delivery of development and training needs for high-potential staff.
* Manage employee relations issues within business units, providing guidance to line managers in fostering a culture of employee engagement aligned with Group values.
* Promote a performance-focused culture that values diversity and inclusion.
* Advise line managers on HR-related matters to mitigate risk and ensure compliance with local laws and Group policies throughout the employee lifecycle.
* Communicate and implement changes to HR policies and procedures.
* Ensure proper application of disciplinary procedures prior to employee termination.
* Serve as a trusted business partner and coach to managers, providing consultative support and securing buy-in for HR initiatives.
* Monitor employee engagement, analyze results, and implement necessary actions to enhance engagement levels.
* Act as a change agent and facilitate organizational transitions.
* Participate in assessing manpower requirements, preparing and reviewing manpower budgets, and ensuring accurate and efficient annual manpower budgeting exercises.
* Assess and analyze business needs prior to recruitment, gathering information on job specifications, purpose, departmental efficiencies, required output, and alignment with organizational objectives.
* Support line managers in job profile design, technical assessments, and interview questionnaire development.
* Conduct competency-based panel interviews with line managers.
* Ensure adherence to HR policies, strengthen internal controls and procedures, ensure compliance with delegated authorities, and provide leadership on process and governance.
* Ensure compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and other requirements.
* Support localization initiatives and reinforce diversification goals.

**Required Skills and Attributes:**

* Competitive and results-oriented approach.
* Leadership and developmental capabilities.
* Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
* Cultural awareness and team working proficiency.

**Qualifications:**

* Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, or Business Management.
* Minimum of 5 years of experience as an HR Generalist or HR Business Partner in a large multinational organization.
* CIPD qualification is desirable.

**About Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate:**

Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate, the real estate development and operations arm of Al-Futtaim, manages a multi-billion-dollar portfolio across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia (MENA) region. The company develops high-quality residential, business, retail, tourism, educational, and healthcare properties, catering to the diverse needs of cities and communities. With over 40 years of experience, AFGRE is responsible for master planning of all projects in its portfolio, including two large scale mixed use destinations: Dubai Festival City and Cairo Festival City.

**About Al-Futtaim Malls:**

Al-Futtaim Malls specializes in developing and managing retail-led super regional malls in prime locations across MENA and beyond. The company’s managed portfolio includes over 9 million sqft of retail space across four malls in the MENA region and two under development, they also offer a full array of services including asset management and development, leasing, and brand experience expertise to shopping mall landlords and retail organizations globally.

**About Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies:**

Al-Futtaim Engineering & Technologies delivers complete engineering and systems integration solutions across the UAE, Qatar, Saudi Arabia and Egypt, and complete business solutions to large, medium and small customers. These solutions are further complemented by services that include project management, installation, testing, commissioning and after-sales maintenance contracts.

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