A core member of GCC HR team. Acts as HR business partner for business units and functions across 5 Gulf countries (UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman) to deliver value-added services to management and employees in alignment with our Company strategic objectives.

Consults and coaches managers on different HR processes such as talent management, organizational and cultural transformation, performance management, compensation and benefits, labor law, employees relations, miscellaneous HR solutions. Supports implementation of HR strategy, HR Operating Model in Gulf and GCC, acts as compliance steward in HR related matters.

Right now, around 69,000 of our employees are working globally to cure the world\xe2\x80\x99s most complex diseases. We know that our people are the key to our success, which is why our Human Resources team works to attract, develop, retain and inspire our people so that they can learn, grow and make a true impact on the world. Together we collaborate to create a culturally rich, diverse organization ensuring we remain innovative, agile and flexible.

Responsibilities:

• Partners with divisional and business leaders and supports implementation of HR Strategy and programs across Gulf countries aligned with Company priorities
• Analyzes people related trends and metrics to develop solutions, programs and policies to support organization strategy and improve employees experience
• Acts as a change agent for cultural transformation, building culture of diversity and inclusion
• Designs and drives programs across Gulf/ GCC countries in the area of talent management, diversity and inclusion, Compensation & Benefits, in partnership with partners
• Supports to manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, maintains in-depth knowledge of labor law legal requirements & company SOPs
• Supports implementation of organizational changes & workforce planning aligned with strategic priorities
• Coaches managers on people related matters

Required Skills:

• More than 5 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in HR function, preferably in multi-national corporate environment
• Excellent communication, analytical and consulting skills.
• Ability to develop a good understanding of business issues and identify and deliver HR solutions to meet business needs
• Ability to understand data and propose data-driven solutions
• Change Management
• Knowledge of employment legislation and best practices
• Understanding of Compensation & Benefits principles and market practices
• Fluent English
• Arabic would be an advantage
• Location: Dubai
• Travel: 10 %

Our Company in GCC is certified as a Great Place to Work\xc2\xae in 2020-2023.

Our Support Functions deliver services and make recommendations about ways to enhance our workplace and the culture of our organization. Our Support Functions include HR, Finance, Information Technology, Legal, Procurement, Administration, Facilities and Security.

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Employee Status: Regular

Relocation: Domestic/International

VISA Sponsorship: Yes

Travel Requirements: 10%

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