People Specialist - HR Transactions

GMG; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-being company in Dubai is seeking an HR Data Specialist to manage employee databases and assist the payroll team. Key responsibilities include maintaining HRMS data accuracy, supporting payroll processes, and responding to employee queries. The ideal candidate should have 3-5 years of HR experience, preferably in GCC, and be proficient in HRMS tools like Success Factors or SAP S4 Hana. This role demands high attention to detail and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in GCC locations.
• Experience with robust HRMS systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain employee database in the HRMS of the organization.
• Conduct data validation of new joiners.
• Support payroll team during payroll processing.
• Communicate with banks for employee verifications.

Skills

Eye for detail

Working knowledge of Success Factors or SAP S4 Hana

Auditing mindset on employee data

Effective communicator

Experience with handling bulk employee data and updates in HR systems

Prior experience in HR Shared Services

Job description

Who We Are

GMG is a global well-being company retailing, distributing and manufacturing a portfolio of leading international and home-grown brands across sport, everyday goods, health and beauty, properties and logistics sectors. Under the ownership and management of the Baker family for over 45 years, GMG is a valued partner of choice for the world's most successful and respected brands in the well-being sector. Working across the Middle East, North Africa, and Asia, GMG has introduced more than 120 brands across 12 countries. These include notable home-grown brands such as Sun & Sand Sports, Dropkick, Supercare Pharmacy, Farm Fresh, Klassic, and international brands like Nike, Columbia, Converse, Timberland, Vans, Mama Sita's, and McCain.

Role Overview

This role requires the incumbent to maintain employee database in the HRMS of the organization. Participate in data audit, periodical updates to employee data, conduct data validation of the new joiner’s data every month. Provide monthly assistance to payroll team during payroll processing period.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake all actions in Success Factor based on the requests received like Line Manager changes, Transfers, Promotions, Salary increment etc.
• Bank Details Updates for employee
• New Hires & Separation to be done in Success Factors
• New Hire/On-Boarding File Validation
• Employee Letter, Promotion Letter & Salary Increment Letter generation
• Employee Verification emails to be responded appropriately
• Ensures all supporting documentation pertaining to hires and personnel actions is updated accurately in SF & SAP.
• Process, monitor and review employee master data against documentation and employee files for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with established processes.
• Review and process all relevant sensitive data pertaining to employee life cycle activities such as hires, terminations, employee status changes, transfers (inside country & outside country), cost center changes/ promotions etc.
• Compile and analyze HR master data, monitor error reports. Take necessary action to correct/resolve errors in the SF
• Participates in testing, trouble shooting and problem resolution in the development and maintenance of human resources data bases
• Provide support to group level and employees across all BU’s & liaise between employees for issuance of all types of HR related letters
• Support bulk updates and load files for master data changes
• Liaises with Banks for employee verifications
• Assist in Success Factors implementation processes
• Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
• Prepare data/dashboard with accuracy for data representation to management, audit por any other requirement
• Maintain high levels of integrity of data and information with absolute confidentiality

Skills & Experience

• Eye for detail
• Working knowledge of Success Factors or SAP S4 Hana
• Auditing mindset on employee data
• Effective communicator
• 3-5 years of relevant experience, preferably in GCC locations
• Experience with handling bulk employee data and updates in HR systems
• Prior experience is HR Shared Services is highly desirable
• Have experience in working on robust HRMS systems