PEOPLE & CULTURE MANAGER

• Collaborate with business leaders to understand strategic objectives and align P&C initiatives with organizational goals.

• Manage the yearly forecast of costs and expenses related to People & Culture in an organization.

• Manage all aspects of employee relations, employee engagement, and disciplinary procedures.

• Ensures all Global Human Resources Policies and Procedures are kept up to date on all the sources they are shared on.

• Responsible for implementing and maintaining the HRIS software for an organization or company.

• Develop and implement performance management programs, including performance appraisals, goal setting, and performance improvement plans. Coach managers on effective performance management techniques and provide support in addressing performance issues.

• Act as an advisor to department heads, providing guidance on P&C-related matters and contributing to decision-making processes..

• Ensure compliance with local employment laws and regulations, adapting P&C policies and practices accordingly.

• Drive continued transformation in P&C Operating model and identifying opportunities to improve and streamline P&C policies and processes and tools in accordance with the ISO standards.

• Assist the senior leadership team to build an empowering workplace through development of compensation, learning and development program, job design etc.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to build a culture of performance across the organization that is linked to organization needs and aligned to performance reviews

• Internal and external organizational reporting and maintains P&C data and statistics and provides regular reports and analysis to the Leadership to facilitate continuous improvement.

• Design and lead initiatives and projects including research and diagnostics to maximize the engagement and retention of all team members and build organizational commitment to the desired culture.

• Bachelors degree in human resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• HR Certification (SHRM Certified Professional/CIPD or equivalent) is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to align HR initiatives with overall business objectives.
• At least 5 years proven experience in people and culture management, preferably in the consulting industry
• Strong knowledge of HR policies, procedures, and best practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong understanding of various HR function, or a related field.
• Have a good knowledge of labor legislation in at least one of the GCC countries (UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, KSA, Kuwait, Oman)

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