HR Manager

Luxury Goods Gulf LLC; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading luxury retail company in Dubai is searching for a full-time HR Manager to oversee the retail business's human resources operations. This role includes responsibilities such as talent acquisition, payroll management, employee relations, performance management, and learning and development initiatives. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with the Head of HR MEA and align HR strategies with retail operations. The position is set to commence on June 15, 2025, offering an opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in human resources management within the retail sector.
• Strong understanding of local labor laws and HR practices.
• Ability to lead and develop talent acquisition strategies.

Responsibilities

• Lead recruitment and talent acquisition activities.
• Oversee payroll activities and HR administration.
• Coordinate training programs with the MEA Training Team.
• Develop policies for employee relations and compliance.
• Manage performance evaluations and salary reviews.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

Employee Relations

Payroll Management

Performance Management

Learning & Development

Compliance with Labor Laws

Job description

Description

HR Manager - Retail

MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES

The HR Manager is responsible for supporting the retail business within every area of human resources typuates, with a focus on Employment Relations, Talent Management & Development, Compensation & Benefits, HR Control and general HR administration. This role reports to the Head of HR MEA and works closely with the Retail Area Manager to ensure complete compliance and go-to-market strategies with retail at the core of their focus.

RETAIL HR PRIORITIES

1. Talent Acquisition & Management

• Lead Recruitment & Talent Acquisition activities by recruiting, selecting, onboarding new employees, and managing Talent Management through talent mapping and succession planning.
• Spend time in stores with teams to understand their needs and put together proposals for improvement.
• Create HR Action plans for new store openings and pop-ups.
• Regularly update and maintain the Gucci career website and an Internal posting/Internal mobility page on the Gucci Intranet and LinkedIn page.
• Manage and update Agencies preferred supplier list on an annual basis.
• Coordinate recruitment initiatives through local Universities and career fairs.
• Collect, communicate, and coordinate recruitment needs and requirements, expediting successful fulfillment.
• Lead HRBPs on overall recruitment priorities.
• Follow up on recruitment and proactively build a network and database of candidates.
• Maintain Workforce Planning and HC update files updated on a weekly basis in alignment with the Head of HR.
• Facilitate Internal Mobility applications.

2. Payroll & Administration

• Design and implement HR processes, policies, and procedures in line with local practices, rules & regulations, corporate and competitors' practices considering Hub needs and consistency with other local markets.
• Ensure that HR Policies & Procedures are effectively implemented, applied, communicated, and maintained.
• Oversee Payroll activities and general HR administration.

3. Development Plans & Career Plans

• Work closely with the Retail Management & Head of HR MEA on a bi-annual Talent Mapping & Planning process, identifying and developing top talent within the business across all areas in Retail.
• Look at organization mapping and efficiency to ensure optimal staffing and development.

4. Performance Management Process & Salary Review

• Implement the Performance Management cycle calles across Dubai through centralized tools and in alignment with HUB priorities.

5. Learning & Development

• Coordinate the delivery of training programs in cooperation with the MEA Training Team.
• Select the relevant participants, communicate training agendas and objectives, and manage transport/accommodation bookings, visa requirements, and catering if necessary.
• Partner closely with the MEA Training Team to design effective L&D solutions in partnership with the Retail Manager عص Head of HR using internal and external methods.

6. Compensation and Benefits

• Together with the Head of HR, effectively structure benefits programs to attract and retain top talent in Dubai. Implement salary structures, brackets, and incentive plans following the annual Salary Review Process as aligned in HUB.

7. Employee Relations

• Provide advice on ER issues, develop policies and training for managers, respond to complex queries, and oversee all aspects of issues across the employee lifecycle such as disciplinary & grievance, always adhering to local labor laws and regulations.

Job Type

Regular

Start Date

2025-06-15

Schedule

Full time

Organization

Luxury Goods Gulf LLC