HR Business Partner Retail UAE

Al-Futtaim; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 240,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Al-Futtaim is seeking an HR Business Partner to oversee daily HR operations at store level, partnering with Store Management to align people initiatives with business goals.

You will drive employee engagement, performance management, and talent development while ensuring compliance with local laws and company policies.

This role requires strategic outlook, budget awareness, and strong coaching of managers to build a values-driven culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in HR business partnering, preferably in retail.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Translate the People Strategy to align with Al Futtaim Retail People strategy at 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.
• Accountable for Manpower Cost & Budget planning, ensuring efficient utilisation of the budget.
• 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 & AFG Policy & 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.
• 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.
• 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.

Skills

Influencing

Coaching & mentoring

Stakeholder management

Change management

Commercial acumen

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/BA

HR certificate or CIPD desirable

Tools

HRIS

SAP

Job description

Job Description:

Job Requisition ID: 180399

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 A”rab 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 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 & Budget planning, ensuring efficient utilisation 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 & AFG Policy & 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.

Requirements