People and Culture Executive

ENNISMORE; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

ENNISMORE is seeking an Executive in People & Culture to lead HR operations in alignment with corporate policies and labour laws. You will bridge employees and management, driving an inclusive high-performance environment and supporting strategic HR initiatives across compensation, performance, analytics, and engagement.

The role emphasizes data-driven decision making, policy development, and leadership in talent acquisition and retention to sustain organizational effectiveness.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of HR best practices and employment laws.
• Proven ability to drive cultural change and foster a positive work environment.
• Excellent in Microsoft Excel.

Responsibilities

• Oversee compensation and benefits programs and payroll-related processes.
• Design and implement performance appraisal systems and mid-year reviews.
• Use HR analytics to inform decision-making and report HR metrics.
• Manage employee relations issues and ensure labour-law compliance.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, high-performance culture and engagement initiatives.
• Assist recruitment and onboarding to attract and retain top talent.
• Develop retention strategies and succession planning.

Skills

Strategic thinking

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

HR best practices

Employment laws

Microsoft Excel

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Job description

What do we expect of you

• The Executive People amp Culture is responsible for managing day-to-day HR operations ensuring compliance with company policies and labour laws and supporting various HR functions including recruitment employee relations and performance management
• This role acts as a bridge between employees and management facilitating a positive work environment and promoting organizational effectiveness

How your day looks

Compensation and Benefits

• Oversee the development and administration of compensation and benefits programs
• Ensure competitive and fair pay practices
• Manage the administration of employee benefits programs including health insurance retirement plans wellness programs and other employee benefits
• Ensure accurate and timely processing of benefits enrollments changes claims and terminations
• Conduct benefits orientation and education sessions for employees
• Maintain accurate records and documentation for all compensation and benefits activities
• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding compensation and benefits
• Provide support to Assistant Manager People amp Culture on compensation and benefits matters
• Generate reports and conduct data analysis to support decision-making and strategic planning

Performance Management

• Design and implement performance appraisal systems and mid-year reviews
• Facilitate continuous feedback and development discussions
• Develop succession planning processes to ensure leadership continuity

HR Analytics and Reporting

• Use HR metrics and analytics to inform decision-making
• Prepare regular reports on HR metrics and trends for the executive team
• Continuously improve HR processes through data-driven insights

Employee Relations and Compliance

• Manage employee relations issues and provide conflict resolution
• Ensure compliance with labour laws and regulations
• Develop and maintain HR policies and procedures

Culture and Employee Engagement

• Foster a positive inclusive and high-performance work culture
• Develop and implement employee engagement programs to boost morale and productivity
• Conduct regular surveys and feedback sessions to assess and enhance employee satisfaction

Talent Acquisition and Retention

• Assist in the recruitment and selection process to attract top talent
• Develop retention strategies to reduce turnover and retain key employees
• Implement effective onboarding programs to ensure new hires are integrated successfully

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Skills

• Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent leadership and team management abilities.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• In-depth knowledge of HR best practices and employment laws.
• Proven ability to drive cultural change and foster a positive work environment.
• Excellent in Microsoft Excel.