Business Associate jobs in United Arab Emirates

To act as a strategic partner to business units within the organization, aligning human resources actions with business objective to foster a high-performance culture. The role is responsible for advising on HCM policies and practices, support talent management and ensure effective employee relations to drive the banks success and employee engagement.

• Act as a liaison between the HCM and other business units, providing strategic HCM support to align business objectives with employees and management.
• Advise management on people related issues and strategic planning, including workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development.
• Manage the performance management process across all functions, including sales, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and driving a high-performance culture.
• Manage disciplinary cases and employee relations (ER), ensuring fair and consistent application of policies and procedures, and conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations when necessary.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements and supporting effective HR operations.
• Track the HR budget, including planning, monitoring, and reporting to ensure optimal allocation of resources and cost-effectiveness.
• Assist in workforce planning initiatives, analyzing current and future workforce needs to support business objectives and ensure the right talent is in place.
• Analyze trends and metrics to develop solutions, programs, and policies.
• Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations when necessary.
• Work closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, increase productivity and retention.
• Provide guidance on performance management, including coaching, counseling, career development, and disciplinary actions.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation, anticipating legislation, enforcing adherence to requirements, and advising management on needed actions.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR, CIPD) is desirable
• Good Knowledge of relevant employment laws and regulations
• Minimum of 5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in the banking or financial services industry
• Demonstrated experience in HR business partnering, talent management, and employee relations