Organisational Design Lead

Al Rostamani Group; United Arab Emirates; On-site; AED 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Organizational Design Lead to drive strategic initiatives that enhance workforce efficiency and align with business objectives. In this pivotal role, you will lead the development and implementation of organizational design strategies, conduct comprehensive workforce planning, and manage change initiatives to ensure smooth transitions. Collaborating closely with senior leadership, you'll play a key role in shaping the organization's structure and driving business excellence. If you're passionate about optimizing organizational performance and have a proven track record in HR business excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in organizational design or HR business excellence.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale organizational design projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement organizational design strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead change management initiatives and improve organizational efficiency.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Analytical Skills

Change Management

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Technical Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Master's degree or relevant certifications

Tools

HR software systems

Organizational design tools

Data analysis methods

Job description

Job Purpose

The Organizational Design Lead will play a critical role in shaping the organization's structure to optimize workforce efficiency and alignment with strategic objectives. The role will lead initiatives that focus on enhancing organizational design, improving workflows, and driving business excellence across all functions. This position will be integral to enabling the company's growth, change management efforts, and long-term organizational sustainability.

Job Responsibilities

Organizational Design Strategy:

• Develop and implement organizational design strategies that align with the HR business excellence goals.
• Lead the analysis of the current organizational structure and identify opportunities to improve alignment, efficiency, and scalability.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure the design supports business objectives, agility, and workforce optimization.

Workforce Planning and Structural Design:

• Conduct comprehensive job analysis and workforce planning to ensure optimal role alignment across the organization.
• Propose and implement structural changes that reflect the evolving needs of the business and ensure future scalability.
• Partner with the HR team and department heads to map out workforce needs, addressing skill gaps, role clarity, and talent deployment.
• Change Management and Organizational Transformation:
• Lead change management initiatives related to organizational design, ensuring smooth transitions with minimal disruption.
• Work closely with the Head of HR Business Excellence and other key stakeholders to execute business transformation projects.
• Design and implement communication strategies to engage employees and stakeholders during restructuring processes.

Job Architecture and Role Definition:

• Collaborate with Total Rewards Manager in the creation and refinement of job families, role definitions, and job grading systems to reflect current and future business needs.
• Collaborate with HR to ensure accurate job descriptions are in place and aligned with organizational design objectives.

Performance and Metrics:

• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of organizational design initiatives.
• Continuously monitor organizational efficiency and performance, recommending ongoing improvements based on data insights.
• Ensure alignment between workforce capabilities, job roles, and business objectives by conducting regular evaluations and adjustments.
• Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration:
• Work closely with senior leaders, department heads, and cross-functional teams to align organizational design efforts with overall business strategy.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to the leadership team on matters related to workforce structure, talent optimization, and organizational effectiveness.
• Build strong relationships across the business to promote understanding and buy-in for organizational changes.

Project Management:

• Lead and manage organizational design projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met.
• Coordinate with the HR team, business units, and external consultants as necessary to ensure seamless implementation of organizational changes.
• Ensure all organizational design efforts are documented and aligned with the HR business excellence strategy.

Job Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• Master's degree or relevant certifications in Organizational Design, HR, or Business Excellence (e.g., CIPD, SHRM, or other relevant qualifications) is a plus.

Experience

• 7+ years of experience in organizational design, HR business excellence, workforce planning, or related roles.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale organizational design and restructuring projects.
• Experience in working with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to drive organizational transformation.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop long-term organizational design strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Analytical Skills: Strong capability in analyzing complex structures, workflows, and job functions to optimize business performance.
• Change Management: Expertise in leading change management initiatives, with strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Project Management: Excellent project management skills, with a focus on delivering results on time and within budget.
• Interpersonal Skills: Ability to influence and collaborate with leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Problem-Solving: Proactive in identifying issues and implementing solutions to optimize organizational structure and efficiency.
• Technical Proficiency: Familiarity with HR software systems, organizational design tools, and data analysis methods.