Regional HR Manager

CS & Clarks; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

CS & Clarks in Dubai is seeking an experienced Human Resources professional to lead regional HR operations. You will manage recruitment, employee relations, performance management, training, compliance, compensation, HR metrics, and strategic partnerships to drive people initiatives aligned with the business.

The role requires 5–7 years of progressive HR experience, strong knowledge of local employment laws, excellent communication, and the ability to travel within the region as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and Talent Acquisition: Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies to attract top talent within the region.
• Employee Relations: Serve as the primary point of contact for employee concerns and grievances, ensuring fair and consistent resolution.
• Performance Management: Oversee the performance appraisal process, providing guidance and support to managers and employees.
• Training and Development: Identify training needs and coordinate delivery of relevant programs to enhance skills.
• Compliance and Policy Management: Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations; develop and enforce HR policies.
• Compensation and Benefits: Oversee compensation and benefits programs; conduct salary reviews.
• HR Metrics and Reporting: Track and analyze HR metrics; prepare regular reports on HR activities.
• Strategic HR Partnership: Partner with regional leadership to support business objectives and organizational goals.

Skills

Leadership and Influence

Strategic Thinking

Decision Making

Adaptability

Cultural Awareness

Analytical Thinking

Customer Focus

Results Orientation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / related field

Master’s degree preferred

HR Certification (SHRM-CP/SHRM-SCP/PHR/SPHR) desirable

Tools

HR software

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Human Resources Full Time Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

1.Recruitment and Talent Acquisition:

· Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies toattract top talent within the region.

· Manage the full recruitment cycle, including job postings,interviews, candidate selection, and onboarding processes.

· Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffingneeds and job requirements.

2.Employee Relations:

· Serve as the primary point of contact for employee concernsand grievances, ensuring fair and consistent resolution.

· Promote a positive work culture through initiatives thatenhance employee engagement and satisfaction.

· Conduct investigations and resolve conflicts in a timely andprofessional manner.

3.Performance Management:

· Oversee the performance appraisal process, providingguidance and support to managers and employees.

· Implement performance management systems to monitor, review,and enhance employee performance.

· Address performance issues and support the development ofimprovement plans.

4.Training and Development:

· Identify training needs and coordinate the delivery ofrelevant training programs to enhance employee skills and capabilities.

· Support leadership development initiatives and successionplanning within the region.

· Monitor the effectiveness of training programs and adjust asnecessary.

5.Compliance and Policy Management:

· Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employmentlaws and regulations.

· Develop, implement, and enforce HR policies and proceduresin alignment with corporate standards.

· Stay informed about changes in employment legislation andupdate policies accordingly.

6.Compensation and Benefits:

· Oversee the administration of compensation and benefitsprograms within the region.

· Conduct salary reviews and ensure competitive and equitablecompensation practices.

· Address employee inquiries related to compensation andbenefits.

7.HR Metrics and Reporting:

· Track and analyze HR metrics to identify trends and areasfor improvement.

· Prepare and present regular reports on HR activities,including recruitment, retention, and employee engagement.

· Use data to inform decision-making and strategic planning.

8.Strategic HR Partnership:

· Partner with regional leadership to support businessobjectives and organizational goals.

· Provide HR insights and recommendations to improveorganizational effectiveness.

· Participate in regional and corporate HR projects andinitiatives as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HumanResources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degreepreferred.
• Professional HR certification (e.g.,SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of progressiveHR experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of employment lawsand regulations within the region.
• Excellent interpersonal andcommunication skills, with the ability to build relationships at alllevels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to handlesensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong problem-solving andconflict-resolution skills.
• Proficiency in HR software andMicrosoft Office Suite.
• Ability to travel within the regionas needed.

Skills

• Leadership and Influence
• Strategic Thinking
• Decision Making
• Adaptability and Flexibility
• Cultural Awareness and Sensitivity
• Analytical Thinking
• Customer Focus
• Results Orientation

WorkingConditions:

• Office environment with regulartravel to regional offices and sites as required.
• Ability to work flexible hours tomeet the needs of the business.