People & Communications Specialist - Local HR & Projects

KONE; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

KONE is seeking a People & Communications Specialist in Dubai to lead local projects and support the UAE P&C function. You will partner with the regional team to drive HR processes, engage in recruitment activities, and manage onboarding and offboarding in line with global standards.

The role requires 7+ years in HR, fluent English, and a proven ability to navigate a multinational, matrixed environment while delivering people-centric programs and reports.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of HR experience, preferably in a multinational.
• Solid knowledge of people management processes.
• Strong project management and collaboration skills.
• Fluent English; additional regional language is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage local projects contributing to the People & Communications Plan.
• Support Talent Acquisition activities and onboarding/offboarding aligned with global process.
• Drive well-being, engagement, diversity, equity & inclusion activities.
• Manage local benefits administration and related communications.
• Oversee Employees Leave Management System.
• Promote Workday reports and dashboards for timely task review and approval.
• Support all annual People & Communications processes.
• Assist Leadership & Talent Review sessions and action planning.

Skills

People management

Project management

Fluent English

Education

Bachelor's degree or equal experience

Job description

KONE is seeking a People & Communications Specialist in Dubai to lead local projects and support the UAE P&C function. You will partner with the regional team to drive HR processes, engage in recruitment activities, and manage onboarding and offboarding in line with global standards.

The role requires 7+ years in HR, fluent English, and a proven ability to navigate a multinational, matrixed environment while delivering people-centric programs and reports.