Requirements
The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field, with a minimum of 5 years of experience in HR business partnering, preferably within the retail industry. Desirable qualifications include an HR certificate or CIPD. Key skills include influencing, strong communication, coaching, mentoring managers, commercial acumen, stakeholder management, change management, budget planning, business acumen, data analysis, project management, and knowledge of HRIS and SAP.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
HR, Recruitment & Training
Company Industry
Retail
About the company
Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Structured into five operating divisions; automotive, financial services, real estate, retail and healthcare; employing more than 35,000 employees across more than 20 countries in the Middle East, Asia and Africa, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world's most admired and innovative brands. Al-Futtaim Group’s entrepreneurship and relentless customer focus enables the organisation to continue to grow and expand; responding to the changing needs of our customers within the societies in which we operate.
By upholding our values of respect, excellence, collaboration and integrity; Al-Futtaim Group continues to enrich the lives and aspirations of our customers each and every day.
Overview of the role
The HRBP is responsible for overseeing daily HR operations at store level, acting as a strategic partner to Store Management. The role involves alignment of HR initiatives with business goals, driving employee engagement, operational excellence, and implementing HR strategies for talent development and performance management. Success factors include effective collaboration with store leadership, fostering a strong culture, and addressing people-related challenges through effective HR solutions.
What you will do
Strategy and organization
Translate the People Strategy to align with Al Futtaim Retail People strategy at the store level.
Design and recommend an optimum organization structure in coordination with management for efficient performance.
Partner with leadership to identify talent needs and develop recruitment strategies.
Budget and cost management
Accountable for manpower cost and budget planning, ensuring efficient utilization of the budget.
Conduct annual manpower budgeting accurately and efficiently.
Employee relations and HR policy
Act as a point of contact for coworker concerns and grievances, ensuring HR policies are applied consistently.
Manage employee relations cases according to local laws and AFG policy and code of conduct.
Ensure compliance with local labour laws and Group policies throughout the employee lifecycle.
Communicate and implement changes to HR policies and procedures.
Guide performance appraisal processes and support the development of performance improvement plans.
Culture and engagement
Establish a values-driven store culture, inspiring decision-making based on Al-Futtaim values.
Lead change management efforts and implement strategies for equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Develop initiatives to enhance employee engagement, recognition, and retention.
Talent development
Develop a fair and accessible succession plan, maintaining strong bench strength.
Mentor managers to enhance leadership skills and develop their teams.
Create a continuous improvement environment for learning and development opportunities for all coworkers.
Required skills to be successful
Influencing and strong communication skills.
Capability in coaching and mentoring managers.
Commercial acumen melding context and content.
Expertise in stakeholder management and change management.
What qualifies you for the role
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related field.
Minimum 5 years of experience in HR business partnering, with a preference for retail industry experience.
HR certificate or CIPD qualification desirable.
Skills in budget planning, business acumen, data analysis, project management, change management, and stakeholder management.
Knowledge of HRIS and SAP.
Candidate experience
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As part of our candidate experience promise, we also want to make ourselves available to you throughout the application process. We make every effort to review and respond to every application.
About the Company
Established in the 1930's, the Al-Futtaim Group initially operated as a trading enterprise. Rapid development throughout the 1940's and 50's saw it establish itself regionally as an integrated commercial, industrial and services organisation, positioning itself one of the leading business houses in the lower Gulf region. Today, it operates collectively over 40 companies bearing the Al-Futtaim name, dominates many market segments in the UAE, and has expanded its sphere of operation to include Bahrain, Kuwait, Qatar, Oman and Egypt.
The Group comprises a diverse range of strategically positioned operating subsidiaries and associate companies, structured to give the Al-Futtaim Group the flexibility and versatility to keep ahead of local competition while keeping pace with the ever-evolving global business scenario. The Groups continued investment in world-class systems technology is clear evidence of its commitment to maintain leading edge performance and service delivery.
The success of the Al-Futtaim Group can be attributed to a business approach that combines the ability to change with the traditional values of integrity, service and social responsibility that define its core business philosophy. This, linked with the Groups belief in decentralisation, gives the heads of the operating companies a high degree of functional autonomy and authority, providing the Group with essential flexibility, and individual employees a clearly defined work culture and sense of responsibility.
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