HR Business Partner - MEA Hr90 Degrees Consulting Services FZ LLC

The HR Business Partner will lead and manage all HR functions across the Middle East and Africa region, acting as a strategic advisor to the business. The role focuses on talent management, employee engagement, performance management, and compliance with regional labor laws, while ensuring alignment with global HR strategies. It also oversees end-to-end recruitment, compensation and benefits, and HR operations to support business growth and organizational effectiveness.

Act as a trusted advisor on all HR areas, including talent management, employee relations, performance management, compensation & benefits, learning & development, employee engagement, workforce planning, wellbeing, HR technology, and HR reporting.

• Collaborate with global HR counterparts to implement region-specific HR policies, processes, and initiatives.
• Lead and manage the end-to-end Talent Acquisition lifecycle, including large-scale recruitment for new projects, nationalization, and staffing for ongoing Operations & Maintenance (O&M) projects.
• Support workforce planning and forecasting to ensure the right talent is available to meet business and project requirements.
• Serve as the primary contact for employee relations, providing guidance and resolution support to both employees and managers.
• Design and execute employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives tailored to the regional context while maintaining alignment with global programs.
• Oversee the implementation and monitoring of the company’s performance management framework.
• Support the design and delivery of competitive compensation and benefits programs in line with market practices and company policy.
• Ensure full compliance with local labor laws, company policies, and regulatory requirements across the UAE and Africa regions.
• Lead and support the rollout of HR initiatives, such as diversity & inclusion, leadership development, and employee wellness programs.
• Manage administrative and operational HR functions for UAE entities, including visa processing, work permits, insurance management (property, medical, motor), and renewal of leasing, licensing, and other statutory requirements.