Manager Hire To Retire Process - Dubai Holding Group Services

Dubai Holding; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

Dubai Holding Group Services seeks a Manager for Hire to Retire Process to lead end-to-end transformation across HR lifecycles. You will design future-state operating models and drive value through digital-enabled processes, collaborating with Human Capital, IT, vendors and senior stakeholders.

The role requires 6–10 years of consultancy or transformation experience, strong analytics and stakeholder management, and UAE/GCC exposure.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in HR, Business Management or related discipline.
• Six to ten years of experience in HR transformation, business transformation, HR shared services or management consulting.
• Demonstrable consultancy, advisory or HR transformation experience.
• Hands-on experience designing Hire-to-Retire processes and future-state operating models, not just PMO coordination.
• Experience delivering process and technology change across HCM environments in complex, multi-entity organisations.
• Broad knowledge of the end-to-end Hire-to-Retire lifecycle across multiple HR areas.
• UAE or wider GCC experience.
• Strong analytical, stakeholder-management, project-delivery and change-management capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead transformation initiatives across the end-to-end Hire-to-Retire lifecycle, from diagnosis to benefit realisation.
• Design standardised, simplified, digitally enabled future-state processes and operating models.
• Translate transformation priorities into project plans, requirements, governance and measurable outcomes.
• Partner with HC teams, Group IT, advisers and vendors to deliver HCM technology, workflow, automation and self-service solutions.
• Use data to develop business cases, identify improvements and track benefits.
• Lead workshops and support change management, communications and training.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Project delivery

Change management

HR transformation

Consultancy experience

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in HR / Business Management

Tools

HCM software

Workflow automation tools

Data analytics

Job description

Job Description

About Dubai Holding Group Services

Group Services is Dubai Holding’s shared business services arm that provides consolidated business solutions in procurement, finance and human capital across the Group. With a commitment to talent, digital innovation and continuous improvement, it delivers best-in-class service, enhancing the Group’s overall performance.

Group Services is dedicated to transforming operations, elevating service quality and cultivating specialised teams focused on excellence and innovation.

Group Services comprises of:

Group Services Procurement delivers end-to-end value through strategic sourcing, supplier management and contracting. Enabled by advanced technology, streamlined processes, strong governance and data-driven insights, it ensures responsible sourcing, cost efficiency and operational excellence.

Group Services Finance manages financial transactions, budgeting and reporting to ensure strong fiscal health and cash flow. It empowers informed decision-making through insights that drive sustainable growth and profitability.

Group Services Human Capital manages the full employee lifecycle, ensuring a smooth journey from recruitment to offboarding while fostering a culture that values and supports people, the Group’s greatest asset.

Empowering talent for the future

Group Services’ greatest strength lies in its people; their collective capabilities serve as the driving force of the company. Dedicated to creating a vibrant talent hub where challenging the norm leads to innovation, collaboration fuels creativity and caring for people and partners cultivates strong relationships, Group Services aims to build a foundation for sustained success.

As a business that views success as a shared journey and celebrates every achievement along the way, Group Services offers the opportunity to grow, develop skills and make a meaningful impact.

Dubai Holding Group Services proudly supports a diverse portfolio of companies:

• Dubai Holding Real Estate
• Dubai Holding Entertainment
• Dubai Holding Community Management
• Dubai Holding Land Estates
• Dubai Holding Hospitality
• Dubai Holding Investments
• Dubai Holding Asset Management
  

Job Overview

Here’s your chance to step into the role of Manager, Hire to Retire Process at Dubai Holding Group Services. In this position, you’ll take on key responsibilities that include:

• Lead transformation initiatives across the end-to-end Hire-to-Retire lifecycle, from diagnosis and solution design through implementation and benefit realisation.
• Design standardised, simplified and digitally enabled future-state processes, operating models and service definitions.
• Translate transformation priorities into clear project plans, business requirements, governance structures and measurable outcomes.
• Partner with Human Capital teams, Group IT, advisers and vendors to deliver HCM technology, workflow, automation and employee self-service solutions.
• Use workforce and process data to develop business cases, identify improvement opportunities and track transformation benefits.
• Lead stakeholder workshops and support change management, communication, training and adoption activities.
  

About you

The preferred candidate for this role should possess the following experience and credentials:

• A bachelor’s or master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Management or a related discipline.
• Six to ten years of relevant experience in HR transformation, business transformation, HR shared services or management consulting.
• Demonstrable consultancy, advisory or HR transformation experience.
• Hands‑on experience designing Hire-to-Retire processes and future-state operating models, rather than experience limited to PMO coordination.
• Experience delivering process and technology change across HCM environments in complex, multi-entity organisations.
• Broad knowledge of the end-to-end Hire-to-Retire lifecycle and experience across multiple HR functional areas.
• UAE or wider GCC experience.
• Strong analytical, stakeholder-management, project-delivery and change-management capabilities.

Please note: Experience primarily limited to HR operations, HR generalist activities, HR business partnering or individual HR process administration will not, on its own, meet the requirements of this role. Candidates must demonstrate material consultancy, advisory or transformation experience across the HR lifecycle.

About the Benefits

At Dubai Holding, we’re committed to nurturing the success and well-being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities and a collaborative work environment.

We strongly believe in creating an empowered workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.