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    Senior Reward Manager | Hays

    Employment: Full Time

    The Senior Reward Manager will be responsible for assisting the design and implementation of a broad range of Rewards related solutions. The position will manage a variety of projects and deliver innovative and effective solutions as part of the Human Resources team.

    • Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Engineering or Human Resource from a renowned university• 10 + years of relevant experience in consulting and in-house in the human resources field specializing in the areas of Rewards Management (Compensation and Benefits)• Prior experience advising boards on executive compensation issues (including equity long-term incentive plans), or experience working on large HR Transformation projects will be an added advantage• Excellent business writing and communication skills – especially report writing• Effective facilitation skills – able to facilitate workshop / training sessions effectively• Strong analytical and organizational skills• Strong project management skills, able to independently run projects, ensuring quality, timeliness and profitability• Strong presentation and persuasion skills• Proven client management or account management experience• Lead and support business development activities• Actively network in the market and source new clients• Enjoy building relationships and is a team player• Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite

    Hays is the leading global specialist recruiting group. We are the experts at recruiting qualified, professional and skilled people worldwide.
    Our Middle East office was founded in December 2005, headquartered in Dubai UAE. We deal with clients in the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and other key areas in the region. Our consultants sector-specific knowledge and unique understanding of the local market allows us to offer an exceptional level of service across all divisions.
    We currently recruit for roles in the following sectors: Accounting & Finance, Architecture, Banking, Construction & Property, Engineering, Healthcare, Human Resources, Information Technology, Logistics, Legal, Office Support, Oil & Gas, Life Sciences, Supply Chain & Procurement, and Sales & Marketing.
    As part of our continuing expansion, we have opened a dedicated Abu Dhabi desk to further assist with our client needs across the region. More

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    Organisational Development Director | Hays

    Employment: Full Time

    My client is a large professional services company based in Abu Dhabi. They are looking for an Organisation Development Director to lead OD within their organisation. The major purpose of this role is to identify any major gaps in the businesses organisational structure.

    – The ideal candidate will have 10 years HR experience with at least 5 years in Organisational Development- Degree/Masters in HR or Organisational Development- Majority of your experience should be within professional services companies- A mix of consulting and inhouse would be ideal- Someone who has designed Organisational Development processes- Someone who can execute an Organisational Development strategy and process into a working plan- Strong experience in Talent Management and Development is also required- Strong leadership and people management skills

    Hays is the leading global specialist recruiting group. We are the experts at recruiting qualified, professional and skilled people worldwide.
    Our Middle East office was founded in December 2005, headquartered in Dubai UAE. We deal with clients in the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and other key areas in the region. Our consultants sector-specific knowledge and unique understanding of the local market allows us to offer an exceptional level of service across all divisions.
    We currently recruit for roles in the following sectors: Accounting & Finance, Architecture, Banking, Construction & Property, Engineering, Healthcare, Human Resources, Information Technology, Logistics, Legal, Office Support, Oil & Gas, Life Sciences, Supply Chain & Procurement, and Sales & Marketing.
    As part of our continuing expansion, we have opened a dedicated Abu Dhabi desk to further assist with our client needs across the region. More

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    Office Manager | HR Source Consulting

    Employment: Full Time

    Exciting Office & Administrative Managerial opportunity in Dubai JLT to join a dynamic business consultancy to help setup and build the administrative function and handle all day to day office activities and agendas.• You will liaise with DMCC, Immigration, and Employee related matters including Labour Permits, Visa.• Also Government department interaction related to employees.• Develop and implements policies and procedures for the smooth running of the office.

    • Manages staff prepares work schedules and assigns specific duties.• Addressing complaints and resolving problems.• Maintain a work environment conducive to maximum productivity from all employees.• Consistently reviewing and improving the office organizational efficiency.• Office equipment must be properly inventoried, cared for and maintained.• Schedule repairs and maintain/review all service contracts.• Work with the technical coordinator to maintain computer and office equipment.• Coordinator of facilities services including liaison with outside suppliers.• Reviews supplier contracts and manage Accounts Payable.• Maintains calendar of order dates. Make sure all supplies are stocked, inventories are taken and extra usages are prepared for.• This includes office supplies, furniture, equipment, food and cleaning supplies.• Assist in the research and management of employee benefits to provide good plans for our employees at reasonable costs.• Maintain specific personnel files related to the job function.• Researches costs for all types of purchases and submit estimates for approval.• Keeps organized files with all pertinent legal and tax information for vendors and clients.• Submits recommendations for purchasing• Researches and is informed about legal/tax issues that affect the business.• Documents the information researched and writes procedures so we are always in compliance with the law.• Ensure staff adheres to established schedule.• Demonstrable financial performance of managing product costs, personnel, and office expenses.• Fluency with Quickbooks• A passion for technology and international cultures.• Excellent English communication skills in writing and speaking.• Proficiency in a second language is a plus.• A self-starting and industrious attitude

    Since 2010, our team has successfully placed some of the world’s finest graduate to mid and C-level talent in organisations across EMEA and APAC, and it all comes down to our niche approach and understanding of the market place, skill sets and trends.
    From our offices in Dubai, Riyadh, London and Singapore, we run a sector specific operation. Meaning we specialise in your industry and are able to completely understand your vision, provide market insights and intelligence, and deliver the best talent to fit seamlessly into your operations. More

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    HR Manager | Charterhouse

    Employment: Full Time

    Charterhouse are delighted to represent an expanding tech business start-up in the appointment of an HR Manager. The requirement for this role is due to the successful expansion of the start-up and the planned future growth across the Region. As such this presents as an excellent opportunity to join a business in its early stages and to be able to set the HR standards and practices across the organization, building the foundations for long term organizational and business success.Responsibilities include but are not limited to, developing and implementing HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy, manage the recruitment and selection process, support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital. You will develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across the organization whilst creating a positive working environment.

    To be considered for this position you will have proven experience working as an HR Manager or Senior HR Executive and are now ready for the next step. Experience within a start-up environment will be advantageous. You will be Degree educated with at least 3-5 years’ experience with at least 2 years working in the Middle East. You will be people oriented and results driven along with excellent knowledge of HR systems and databases. It is essential that you have the ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.
    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More

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    HR Manager – Arabic speaker | Hays

    Employment: Full Time

    My client is a professional services company. Their Dubai office now has a requirement for an experienced HR Manager.- Ideally you will be a problem solver and someone who does things to the highest standards.- You will play a key role in helping the local MD define the HR strategy, policies, handbook etc.
    Salary:AED 20,000 to 25,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

    • Masters in HR but open to looking at someone with a Bachelors as well.• Professional services experience is essential• Bilingual (English & Arabic).• Experience with starting up an HR department.• 5 – 10 years experience is ideal

    Hays is the leading global specialist recruiting group. We are the experts at recruiting qualified, professional and skilled people worldwide.
    Our Middle East office was founded in December 2005, headquartered in Dubai UAE. We deal with clients in the UAE, Qatar, Oman, Bahrain, Saudi Arabia, and other key areas in the region. Our consultants sector-specific knowledge and unique understanding of the local market allows us to offer an exceptional level of service across all divisions.
    We currently recruit for roles in the following sectors: Accounting & Finance, Architecture, Banking, Construction & Property, Engineering, Healthcare, Human Resources, Information Technology, Logistics, Legal, Office Support, Oil & Gas, Life Sciences, Supply Chain & Procurement, and Sales & Marketing.
    As part of our continuing expansion, we have opened a dedicated Abu Dhabi desk to further assist with our client needs across the region. More

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    IFS – HC – Regional Recruitment – Senior Associate | PricewaterhouseCoopers

    Employment: Full Time

    Line of ServiceInternal Firm ServicesSpecialismIFS – Human Capital (HC)Management LevelSenior AssociateJob Description & SummaryA career in Human Resources, within Internal Firm Services, will provide you with the opportunity to make a difference at PwC by helping to fully leverage the skills and talents of all our people. You’ll focus on helping the local offices in driving the Firm’s people strategy, creating a unique people experience for each individual, and supporting our Firm wide values by working with the core competencies that measure and drive individual and Firm wide success in the marketplace.It takes talented people to support the largest professional services organisation in the world. Our Recruiting team works to identify and attract talent for PwC. You’ll focus on engaging the most qualified experienced candidates by building relationships with job seekers and candidates, while understanding the dynamic hiring needs of each business. Our team actively recruits for full time employees at all levels, from experienced to executive, as well as fixed term, contingent, and flexible talent and supports the internal movement process between roles.To really stand out and make us fit for the future in a constantly changing world, each and every one of us at PwC needs to be a purpose-led and values-driven leader at every level. To help us achieve this we have the PwC Professional; our global leadership development framework. It gives us a single set of expectations across our lines, geographies and career paths, and provides transparency on the skills we need as individuals to be successful and progress in our careers, now and in the future.As a Senior Associate, you’ll work as part of a team of problem solvers, helping to solve complex business issues from strategy to execution.Responsibilities include:Financial- Reports recruitment information & statistics to key internal clients, for purpose of tracking cost, time & source of hire and to keep them informed of progress on recruitment- Ensures that cost efficient options are explored for interviewing candidatesCustomer- Finalises job descriptions with Partners and Directors- Sources experienced candidates from multiple sources, liaising with PwC Recruitment teams in other locations to share information and minimize duplication of effortInternal process- Develops and promotes the PwC people value proposition within recruitment; Interview and test candidates using the standard competency based recruitment model and employing psychometric testing within selection- Manages the end to end recruitment process in line with Global PwC standards and metrics- Collects data for recruitment reporting needs in a timely mannerLearning and Growth- Supports improvements in the HC Operating model, specifically the increased delivery of standardised services. Looks for areas of continuous improvement across the Recruitment & Global Mobility function- Promotes collaboration, trust and improvement between team members and across the People Team- Works on specific projects related to HR initiatives as assigned

    Requirements:Education- Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Psychology or Business Management is an advantage- Professional Human Resources certification or Recruitment qualifications is an advantage (i.e CIPD, Level A/B Psychometric Testing)Language- Proficiency in spoken and written English and ArabicOverall Experience- 5+ years of recruitment experience essential- Professional Services and / or Big 4 expertise and knowledge is ideal (otherwise work for a large international business)- Knowledge and experience of the Middle East Region is required- Experience sourcing candidates with professional services experience, internationally as well as across the Middle East is essentialKnowledge and Skills- Experience and proficiency in recruitment technology is essential- Experience and expertise of selection techniques including competency based interviewing and running assessment centres is essential- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills- Strong customer service orientation with ability to use patience and diplomacy to handle issues

    PwC firms help organizations and individuals to create the value they’re looking for.
    We’re a network of firms in 158 countries with close to 169,000 people who are committed to delivering quality in assurance, tax and advisory services. PwC is the brand under which member firms of PricewaterhouseCoopers International Limited (PwCIL) operate and provide services. Together, these firms form the global PwC network.
    In our 3 key areas of business or Lines of Service Assurance, Tax, and Advisory we work with our clients from business start ups to the worlds leading organizations to measure, protect and enhance the things that matter most to them.
    We help our own people to learn, discover, develop and make a real difference all the way through their working lives. And we have big ambitions to grow.
    PwC Middle East Region is part of what we call the Central Cluster and includes the UK, Europe and Africa as well as the Middle East. The region consists of 12 markets – UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman, Jordan, Lebanon, Egypt, Libya, Iraq and Palestine.
    PwC has been established in the region for over 40 years, we already employ over 4500 people and we are on course to become the Middle East number one professional service firm. More

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    Experienced Professional Services HR Assistant, | RecruitME

    Employment: Temporary

    Maternity cover, 7 month temp role. The ultimate role of the HR Administrator is to coordinate all administrative aspects of the HR function. The HR Administrator is required to assist the HR Team, with a focus on administrative activities, onboarding, vacation tracking and overall coordination of HR tasks.Responsibilities:• To coordinate the onboarding of new employees with onboarding team• To coordinate the offboarding of employees• To issue all correspondence as requested by employees• To oversee the maintenance of all personal files• To manage the leave balance of employees and reconcile the headcount with the Staffing team and HRM• To do HRIS entries timely and accurately• Supervise visa processes with the PRO team and provide support as needed• Oversee visa and permit related processes for employees, dependents and imports• To track, coordinate and update all employee benefits• To coordinate LOA process• To issue and update HR reports.• To complete all staff administrative correspondence in a timely manner• To administrate the HR Inbox• Primary first point of contact for any HR related information• To assist the HR team in their administrative tasks

    • Be currently based in the UAE with a valid employment visa that can be transferred• Have excellent English written and spoken communication• 1-2 years UAE professional services HR experience, preferably in DIFC• Preferably with a HR or CIPD qualification• Have excellent attention to detail and quality• Have excellent knowledge of Microsoft office, especially Excel and PowerPoint

    RecruitME are a specialized recruitment consultancy supplying top tier business support staff to Dubais leading multinational organizations. We carefully source, screen and select only the very best candidates to assist our clients in making easier recruitment decisions faster.
    Differentiating ourselves from standard recruitment agencies our consultants have been carefully chosen for their backgrounds in business support for leading multinational organizations. Having been both the client and the candidate previously, we have an insiders understanding of the recruitment process and our clients needs.
    What we do:
    Specializing in business support positions we can assist in introducing a small selection of experienced administration, finance and human resource candidates with the relevant experience to benefit your business. Our careful screening process ensures that we have met with and can give a concise overview of each candidates skills and current situation before you meet them.
    We pride ourselves on sending our clients only the very best available candidates in the market to ensure a simplified, hassle free and timely recruitment experience for all involved. More

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    HR Manager – Banking and Financial Services Background | Charterhouse

    Employment: Full Time

    Charterhouse is working with a well-established, multi-national banking client who is looking to hire an experienced HR Professional to join their team in Dubai.You will report directly to Director level and will be chiefly involved in various projects surrounding recruitment strategy within the MENA region, appraisal schemes and retention projects in addition to supporting the team’s standard generalist duties.Your duties will include leading regular team meetings to lead ongoing projects, building strong working relationships with all internal stakeholders as well as to completing all performance management and appraisal responsibilities for the organisation. In addition to this, the successful candidate will be appointed as the Learning and Development Specialist for the Dubai Office, sourcing external trainers and identifying key areas of development needed within various departments of the business.

    The successful candidate will have previous or current exposure to the financial services or banking sector. Ideally, the candidate will be CIPD accredited, and will have had prior experience of managing a HR team. In character, you will be strategic and proactive with an ability to meet deadlines and represent the organisation in a professional light at all times.Due to the scope of the role candidates who are currently working in the UAE or worked in the UAE within the last 5 years will be considered for this role.

    The Charterhouse brand and business was launched in Dubai and the Middle East in April 2004 by a team of international recruiters and management consultants, after its inception in Sydney, Australia in September 2003. Charterhouse Middle East is now positioned as the leading regional recruiter within its area of disciplines and functional markets.
    Charterhouse offers professional and bespoke contingency and retained search services to all sectors of the market. Service quality is guaranteed, thanks to a particular focus on flexibility. Charterhouse was the first international search and selection business to establish Dubai as its base. The growth in the Middle East region has been mirrored by Charterhouse globally, with offices now in Abu Dhabi, Qatar, Hong Kong, Singapore, Melbourne, Perth and Sydney. More