Emiratisation & HR Business Partner (UAE Nationals Only)

Emiratisation Strategy & Recruitment

• Develop implement and continuously enhance the Emiratisation strategy in line with UAE government regulations and organizational objectives.
• Ensure compliance with all Emiratisation-related laws regulations and reporting requirements.
• Monitor Emiratisation targets and provide regular updates and recommendations to management.
• Benchmark Emiratisation best practices and implement innovative initiatives to attract and retain UAE National talent.
• Serve as the lead recruiter for Emirati talent proactively sourcing and building strong candidate pipelines.
• Enhance and expand the Graduate Programme to strengthen the pipeline of UAE National talent.

Training & Development

• Coordinate and monitor training and development programs tailored to UAE Nationals.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to develop career progression plans succession pathways and performance improvement initiatives.
• Support UAE Nationals throughout their employee lifecycle from onboarding through long-term career development.
• Identify learning and development needs and recommend appropriate interventions to support growth and retention.

Emiratisation HR Business Partnering

• Act as the primary point of contact and trusted HR Business Partner for UAE Nationals across the business.
• Provide guidance and support on performance management employee engagement wellbeing and career development.
• Manage employee relations matters involving UAE Nationals in a professional confidential and solution-oriented manner.
• Foster a positive employee experience and help drive retention initiatives for UAE National employees.
• Conduct monthly probation period catch up meetings with new UAE National hires

Engagement & Site Presence

• Regularly visit project sites and offices across the UAE to engage with UAE National employees and their managers.
• Build strong working relationships with employees and line managers to drive engagement satisfaction and retention.
• Proactively identify challenges impacting UAE National employees and implement appropriate solutions.
• Organize and coordinate employee engagement initiatives and activities aimed at enhancing the Emirati employee experience.

General HR Business Partnering Support

• Support the HRBP team by acting as the HR point of contact for a designated population of non-UAE National employees.
• Assist the HRBP team with employee relations matters performance management organizational changes and other HR initiatives when required.
• Support the delivery of ad hoc HR projects and business improvement initiatives.

Events & Stakeholder Management

• Plan organize and manage Emiratisation events and networking initiatives across the UAE.
• Represent the organization at Emiratisation-related events including career fairs and strengthen the companys employer brand among UAE Nationals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key external stakeholders including government authorities educational institutions and community partners.
• Develop and maintain strategic partnerships with universities educational institutions and government entities.

Reporting & Governance

• Track and analyze Emiratisation metrics including hiring retention engagement development and quota achievement.
• Ensure accurate employee records and compliance documentation are maintained at all times.

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration Psychology or a related field.

• 3 years of HR experience preferably as an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist.
• Proven experience managing Emiratisation initiatives in the UAE.
• Experience working with government entities such as Nafis MOHRE Pension authorities (GPSSA).
• Experience supporting UAE National onboarding development and retention programs.

• Strong knowledge of:
  • UAE Labour Law
  • Emiratisation regulations and quotas
  • Nafis programs and incentives
  • GPSSA registration and contribution requirements
  • Performance management and talent development practices

Additional Information :

We believe our employees are key to our success hence we offer an inspiring working environment where our people feel rewarded & engaged. Career opportunities & training programs are offered to help you develop both personally and professionally and we offer attractive additional benefits to your monthly remuneration

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time

Experience: years
Vacancy: 1