Nathan & Nathan HR Hiring for Sr. HR Generalist Job at Dubai Full Time

Our client is the largest US-based supplier of aerospace and defense products with operations across the MENA region. They are looking for an experienced, Senior HR Generalist who can join immediately.

Role Overview:

This role develops, implements and manages human resource programs and policies to best achieve the organization’s objectives. Plans for and anticipates short- and long-term human resource needs, following current trends. Ensures current employees have skills necessary for development and future organizational requirements. Oversees implementation of human resource policies including administration of compensation and benefits programs, management of workforce diversity, maintenance of human resources information systems and partners with the global and local HR teams and the General Manager to provide HR guidance to the facility.

The ideal candidate for this role will be professional in the Human Resource Generalist discipline who works independently to interpret and explain human resources policies, assist leadership in addressing issues related to performance and recognition, and coordinates with employees regarding intermediate/complex employee relations issues. You will consult with leadership and centers of excellence to assess the organization’s HR needs, and assists with Talent management and development.
Responsibilities:

• Partnering with leadership to communicate and implement HR programs that support the business goals and drive results
• Effectively executing Human Resources processes including performance management, salary planning, talent acquisition, onboarding and retention, employee relations & development, local employee related processes required within JAFZA
• Partners with centers of excellence
• Manages employee resource utilization across assigned HR activities and client group
• Assists with investigations related to human resource compliance and ethics issues, prepares documentation, and makes appropriate recommendations based on investigation findings
• Provides timely, high quality and impactful employee communications to educate, motivate and engage employees
• Assesses a range of issues and employs critical thinking skills to focus on and deploy creative and fiscally responsible solutions to manage costs
• Initiates and champions continuous improvement/lean initiatives to increase the efficiency and effectiveness of human resources management
• Addressing HR-related inquiries from all levels of employees
• Coaching managers and employees
• Participating in succession planning
• Supporting diversity, recruiting and retention strategy efforts and programs, as needed
• Ad hoc duties as assigned

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Human Resources or related field
• Working knowledge of UAE Labor Law
• Experience with an HR Software System
• 2-3 years of relevant experience working in the Human Resources function with demonstrable skills in a variety of HR disciplines such as Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Succession Planning, Employee Relations
• Fluent in English; Knowledge of Arabic preferred
• Ability to multi-task, and work under pressure in time-sensitive situations
• Demonstrable organizational skills and project management skills
• Customer oriented with strong communication skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience navigating JAFZA regulations, or similar within a Free Zone environment
• Experience with Workday HR System
• Masters degree
• CIPD qualification or equivalent
• Experience of interpretation and application of UAE labor law
• Experience in the aerospace industry, preferably in an MRO
• Creative troubleshooting skills
• Excellent judgment and professional maturity.

Job Type: Contract

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dubai: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)