Talent Partner

Laurent Lefevre Consulting; Dubai; On-site; AED 400,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services group in Dubai is seeking a strategic Talent Partner to lead recruitment and influence people strategy. The role requires a minimum of 5 years of HR experience, with a preference for candidates from regulated environments like financial services. The position offers career growth in an inclusive workplace culture and a competitive salary. The successful candidate will partner with stakeholders and champion diversity initiatives across the organization's talent programs.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Relocation support if required

Career growth opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in talent acquisition or HR.
• Experience in financial services or regulated environments preferred.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced international organizations.

Responsibilities

• Serve as an advisor on workforce planning and organizational design.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment for key functions.
• Design initiatives to attract and develop top talent.
• Partner with HR on onboarding and performance management.
• Champion diversity and inclusion in talent programs.

Skills

Talent acquisition

HR business partnering

People development

Communication skills

Collaborative approach

Fluency in English

Fluency in Arabic

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business, Psychology

Certifications (CIPD, SHRM)

Job description

Our client is a leading financial services group with a strong and growing presence across the Middle East. With its regional hub in Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) the company is recognised for its innovative approach and people‑first culture. As the organisation continues to expand in the UAE it is committed to building an agile inclusive and high‑performing workforce to drive its next phase of growth.

We are seeking a strategic and hands‑on TALENT PARTNER (m/w/d)

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on workforce planning talent needs and organisational design.
• Lead end‑to‑end recruitment for key functions ensuring an exceptional candidate experience.
• Design and implement initiatives to attract retain and develop top talent across the region.
• Partner with HR and business stakeholders to enhance onboarding performance management and engagement.
• Champion diversity equity and inclusion across all talent programs.
• Leverage data and analytics to support decision‑making and drive continuous improvement.
• Contribute to internal mobility and succession planning across the Middle East.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in talent acquisition HR business partnering or people development.
• Previous experience in financial services insurance or other regulated environments is strongly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a collaborative and proactive approach.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive in fast‑paced international organisations with a high degree of autonomy.
• Fluency in English; Arabic is a strong advantage.
• Bachelors degree in HR Business Psychology or a related field; certifications (CIPD SHRM etc.) are an asset.

Benefits

• Key role within a respected financial services group expanding in the region.
• Opportunity to shape and influence the people strategy at a regional level.
• Inclusive and forward‑looking workplace culture.
• Competitive salary and benefits package including relocation support if required.
• Career growth opportunities in a dynamic and evolving market.

Position Details

• Location: Dubai International Financial Centre (DIFC) UAE
• Start date: Autumn 2025
• Workload: 80%
• Compensation: 400/450k (AED)

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