Job Description

People & Organization Manager - Majid Al Futtaim - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Majid Al Futtaim Retail is hiring a dynamic and experienced People & Organization (P&O) Manager to oversee all HR and people-related functions across its hypermarket operations in the UAE. This role focuses on supporting a large frontline workforce, ensuring effective staffing, engagement, compliance, and performance management while fostering a strong, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Retail
Function: Human Resources
Salary: 15000-18000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Drive and manage all people-related processes for frontline employees across multiple store locations.
• Partner closely with store management to ensure adequate staffing through efficient workforce planning and coordination with the recruitment team.
• Monitor and assess employee performance, attendance, and retention trends; implement improvement initiatives as required.
• Support and advise store leadership teams on employee relations, grievance handling, disciplinary matters, and compliance with UAE labor laws.
• Oversee and ensure consistency in onboarding, induction, and frontline training programs.
• Implement and track core P&O processes including performance appraisals, probation reviews, and development planning.
• Support the rollout of organizational changes such as restructures, new business models, or process optimizations.
• Promote and facilitate frontline engagement and recognition initiatives to boost motivation and morale.
• Guide line managers in developing their leadership and people management capabilities through coaching and mentoring.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and statutory labor requirements.
• Maintain data accuracy and prepare reports on workforce metrics, attrition, and performance trends.
• Contribute to talent identification, succession planning, and employee development programs for the retail workforce.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of HR or P&O experience, including at least 2-3 years within the retail or FMCG industry.
• Strong understanding of UAE labor law, HR best practices, and compliance requirements.
• Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-site frontline teams.
• Skilled in workforce planning, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Arabic fluency is mandatory; English fluency required.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and leadership skills.
• Ability to handle high-volume operational environments with agility and focus.

Why Join Majid Al Futtaim

• Be part of the UAE's leading retail and lifestyle brand driving innovation and customer happiness.
• Collaborative and multicultural work environment across 45,000+ employees.
• Career growth opportunities within a regional powerhouse.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Commitment to employee well-being, inclusion, and sustainability through the "Dare Today, Change Tomorrow" initiative.

About Majid Al Futtaim
Majid Al Futtaim is a Dubai-based leading conglomerate transforming the retail and lifestyle landscape across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. With a portfolio spanning shopping malls, hypermarkets, fashion, and leisure brands, Majid Al Futtaim is committed to enriching everyday experiences through innovation, sustainability, and customer-centric excellence.
Job Title People & Organization Manager - Majid Al Futtaim - Dubai, UAE
People & Organization Manager - Majid Al Futtaim - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Majid Al Futtaim Retail is hiring a dynamic and experienced People & Organization (P&O) Manager to oversee all HR and people-related functions across its hypermarket operations in the UAE. This role focuses on supporting a large frontline workforce, ensuring effective staffing, engagement, compliance, and performance management while fostering a strong, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture.
Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Retail
Function: Human Resources
Salary: 15000-18000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Job Type: Full-time
Key Responsibilities

• Drive and manage all people-related processes for frontline employees across multiple store locations.
• Partner closely with store management to ensure adequate staffing through efficient workforce planning and coordination with the recruitment team.
• Monitor and assess employee performance, attendance, and retention trends; implement improvement initiatives as required.
• Support and advise store leadership teams on employee relations, grievance handling, disciplinary matters, and compliance with UAE labor laws.
• Oversee and ensure consistency in onboarding, induction, and frontline training programs.
• Implement and track core P&O processes including performance appraisals, probation reviews, and development planning.
• Support the rollout of organizational changes such as restructures, new business models, or process optimizations.
• Promote and facilitate frontline engagement and recognition initiatives to boost motivation and morale.
• Guide line managers in developing their leadership and people management capabilities through coaching and mentoring.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and statutory labor requirements.
• Maintain data accuracy and prepare reports on workforce metrics, attrition, and performance trends.
• Contribute to talent identification, succession planning, and employee development programs for the retail workforce.

Candidate Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5-7 years of HR or P&O experience, including at least 2-3 years within the retail or FMCG industry.
• Strong understanding of UAE labor law, HR best practices, and compliance requirements.
• Proven experience managing large-scale, multi-site frontline teams.
• Skilled in workforce planning, performance management, and employee engagement.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Arabic fluency is mandatory; English fluency required.
• Strong analytical, decision-making, and leadership skills.
• Ability to handle high-volume operational environments with agility and focus.

Why Join Majid Al Futtaim

• Be part of the UAE's leading retail and lifestyle brand driving innovation and customer happiness.
• Collaborative and multicultural work environment across 45,000+ employees.
• Career growth opportunities within a regional powerhouse.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Commitment to employee well-being, inclusion, and sustainability through the "Dare Today, Change Tomorrow" initiative.

About Majid Al Futtaim
Majid Al Futtaim is a Dubai-based leading conglomerate transforming the retail and lifestyle landscape across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia. With a portfolio spanning shopping malls, hypermarkets, fashion, and leisure brands, Majid Al Futtaim is committed to enriching everyday experiences through innovation, sustainability, and customer-centric excellence.
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Salary from 15000.00
Salary to 18000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
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Location City Dubai
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