Job Description

We are the dedicated brand strategy business of Edelman, the world's leading communications firm.
The Role:
You be responsible for driving HR strategy and operations for Edelman's offices in UAE. You will partner with business leaders, manage employee engagement, and oversee the full employee lifecycle.
This role combines strategic HR business partnering with hands-on operational responsibilities.
Key Responsibilities

• Business Partnering: Work closely with senior leadership to align HR initiatives with business goals. Provide guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, and succession planning.
• Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Oversee recruitment processes, collaborating with hiring managers and Talent Acquisition teams to attract and retain top talent. Ensure a seamless onboarding experience.
• Employee Engagement & Culture: Design and implement programs that enhance engagement, diversity, equity & inclusion, and employee well-being. Promote Edelman's values and culture.
• Performance Management: Manage annual review processes, goal-setting, and continuous feedback initiatives. Coach managers on performance conversations.
• Learning & Development: Partner with L&D teams to identify training needs and deliver career development programs.
• Employee Relations: Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation. Ensure compliance with labor laws and Edelman standards.
• Compensation & Benefits: Support compensation reviews, benefits programs, and reward frameworks to ensure competitiveness and equity.
• HR Operations: Oversee HR systems, reporting, compliance, and data accuracy. Drive process improvements for efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree or HR certification (SHRM/PHR) preferred.
• 5-7 years of progressive HR experience, ideally in professional services, PR, or communications sectors.
• Strong knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proven ability to influence stakeholders and build trusted partnerships.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution.

Why Edelman

• Opportunity to work with a global leader in communications and advisory.
• Collaborative, creative, and inclusive culture.
• Access to world-class learning, development, and career growth opportunities.
• Commitment to employee well-being, flexibility, and innovation.

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly align with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

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