HR Projects & Operations Manager â 1 Year Contract

Marsh McLennan; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global risk strategy firm is seeking a Temporary HR Project & Operations Manager in Dubai for a one-year role. The position involves project management and operational HR support, focusing on collaboration with regional HR partners to drive impactful HR projects. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree, 5 years of experience, and strong project management skills. This role offers a flexible hybrid working arrangement.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Potential contract extension

Flexible working arrangements

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in a multinational environment.
• 3 years of project management experience within HR consulting or related roles.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and support HR operations.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and delivery of HR projects.
• Assist in developing project plans and tracking progress.
• Contribute to HR process improvements and organizational initiatives.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Process improvement

Analytical skills

Communication in English

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, or related discipline

Tools

MS Office (Excel, Visio)

Project management tools

Job description

Overview

Marsh McLennan is seeking a Temporary HR Project & Operations Manager (1 Year) IMEA Region

This role combines project management process improvement and operational HR support requiring a proactive professional who can drive projects forward while also contributing to day-to-day HR activities. You will collaborate closely with regional HR partners and stakeholders to ensure seamless project delivery and operational excellence.

This position offers a unique opportunity to influence organizational growth, enhance colleague experience, and develop regional expertise through hands-on involvement in both project execution and HR operations.

What You'll Gain

• The chance to lead and support impactful HR projects within a global organization
• Opportunities for professional development and potential contract extension
• A collaborative environment working alongside regional HR teams and stakeholders
• Dubai-based role with flexible hybrid working arrangements (3 days in-office, 2 days remote)

Key Responsibilities

• Support the planning, coordination, and delivery of HR projects ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and timelines
• Assist in developing project plans, tracking progress, identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies
• Work with HR partners, stakeholders, and vendors to gather requirements and implement solutions
• Facilitate project meetings, workshops, and communication to ensure stakeholder engagement and clarity
• Contribute to HR process improvements, organizational initiatives, and change management efforts
• Support HR operational activities including system updates, process documentation, and colleague engagement efforts
• Balance project delivery with operational support to ensure continuous HR service excellence
• Provide regular updates and comprehensive reports to senior management on project status and results

What You Need to Succeed

• Bachelors degree or higher in HR, Business, or a related discipline
• 5 years of experience working in a multinational environment
• 3 years of project management experience, ideally within HR consulting or related roles
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while supporting HR operations
• Strong background in process improvement, change management, and project execution
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and spoken
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially Excel and Visio; familiarity with project management tools is advantageous
• Stakeholder influence and change-driving capabilities
• Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Effective interpersonal skills with the ability to engage diverse stakeholders

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in HR transformation or organizational change projects
• Familiarity with HRIS systems such as Workday
• Knowledge of data visualization tools like PowerBI or Tableau
• Understanding of Agile Product Owner or Design Thinking methodologies

Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk strategy and people advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information visit or follow on LinkedIn and X. Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive, and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age, background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, skin color or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections, and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one anchor day per week on which their full team will be together in person.

Required Experience:

Manager