HR Business Partner

Job purpose

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) position is responsible for aligning business objectives with employees and management in designated business units. The position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflect the business objectives of the organization. The HRBP maintains an effective level of business literacy about the business unit's financial position, its midrange plans, its culture and its competition.

Key responsibilities

• •  Weekly catch up with Divisional heads and CEO on update of recruitment, training, performance update and implementation of culture and values.

  •  Employee engagement initiatives and implementation.

  •  Employee feedback, survey, corrective measures and then review.

  •  Employee performance management update, career progression plans and implementation.

  •  Employee Administration: Timely manage global employee’s administration and labour regulations & Globalisation – facilitating work across globally diverse, virtual, cross-organizational teams.

  •  Recruitment: Conduct ongoing supply and demand analysis for business partners on current and future state staffing and skill needs and designs talent acquisition strategies to meet those needs. Actively participates in annual budget planning/labor forecasting process with business partners.

  •  L&D: Identify training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs. Develop Content and Conduct trainings, participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up to ensure training objectives are met.

Duties

• •  Conduct weekly meetings with respective business CEO’s.

  •  Maintain in-depth knowledge of UAE & India legal labour requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance. Partners with the legal department as needed/required.

  •  Provide day-to-day performance management guidance to line manager and employees (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions).

  •  Works closely with management and employees to improve work relationships, build morale, culture, and increase productivity and retention.

  •  Conduct ongoing supply and demand analysis for business partners on current and future state staffing and skill needs and designs talent acquisition strategies to meet those needs. Actively participates in annual budget planning/labor forecasting process with business partners.

  •  Perform talent acquisition for assigned client base. Source & Prescreens candidate applications and resumes for required skills; experience and knowledge to fit position requirements. Make referrals to hiring manager and ensures efficient turn-around activity.

  •  Actively participates in recruitment campaigns; job fairs; college relations programs; general networking; etc. to ensure robust candidate pipeline.

  •  Grow and conserve network of contacts to help identify and source qualified candidates. Leverages on-line recruiting resources; employee referrals; network referrals; etc. to identify and recruit “best in class” talent.

  •  Facilitate process of candidate selection; interviewing; job offer; background check; and candidate on-boarding details & Develops contract terms, offer letters for new hires, promotions and transfers.

  •  Co-facilitate New Employee Orientation (NEO) program for new hires.

  •  Remain current on trends and innovative recruiting techniques in order to compete in market and within industry.

  •  Lead and/or support annual HR cycle deliverables to include performance management; merit and bonus awards; benefits enrollment; etc.

  •  Evaluate issues, patterns, and trends to provide proactive insights for HR solution and program designs i.e. training to address certain needs.

  •  Partner with Payroll; HRIS; and Compensation and Benefits functions as needed to provide solutions for clients.

  •  Ensure to test, evaluate and implement the new HRMS project for HTIC Global.

  •  Assists international employees with visa process, renewals, and related HR matters & work hand in hand with our PRO to get all HR related administration work completed in a timely manner.

  •  Provide guidance and input on business unit restructures, workforce planning and succession planning.

  •  Identify training needs for business units and individual executive coaching needs.

  •  Develop Content and Conduct trainings, participates in evaluation and monitoring of training programs to ensure success. Follows up to ensure training objectives are met.

  •  Consults with line management, providing HR guidance when appropriate.

  •  Analyze trends and metrics in partnership with the HR group to develop solutions, programs and policies.

  •  Manage and resolve complex employee relations issues. Conducts effective, thorough and objective investigations.

  •  Perform other related duties as assigned. 

Qualifications

• Education: MBA in HR stream/ Graduation in any stream with minimum 50%

Skills:

•  Organizational Development mindset – thinking systemically and holistically, thinking about relationships and groups as well as the individual, thinking about culture as wells as capabilities

•  Data analytics – being able to make sense of the rapidly increasing amounts of data being generated by individuals and organizations.

•  Agility – “The ability to spot opportunities and threats, and act to implement change quickly” 

Additional requirements

• •  Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

  •  Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.

  •  Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

  •  Ability to comprehend, interpret, and apply the appropriate sections of applicable laws, guidelines, regulations, ordinances, and policies.

  •  Ability to acquire a thorough understanding of the organization’s hierarchy, jobs, qualifications, compensation practices, and the administrative practices related to those factors.

  •  Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

  •  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  •  Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. 

Direct reports

HR executive, HR Admin, Admin staff