:HR Advisor - Abu DhabiIRIS Executives, leader in Emiratization and Executive Search, is urgently looking for an HR Advisor for one of its largest clients in Abu Dhabi.Job Title: HR AdvisorJob Location: Abu DhabiRemuneration: CompetitiveJob Responsibilities:HR Advice and Support:

• Act as trusted advisor providing strategic and day-to-day HR leadership, coaching and support.

• Provide excellent HR advice, administrative support, and timely services to help implement people development and management initiatives, projects, and reporting activities across the company.

• Enhance and refine the company's policies and operations related to human resources.

• Offer guidance regarding the organization's overall HR policies.

• Collaborate closely with management to implement impactful strategies for the organization.

• Participate on global HR projects advocating for regional needs when applicable and as required.

Collaboration with Management:

• Work closely with the management team to develop and implement strategies that positively impact the organization.

• Develop leadership programs and annual training plans.

• Create and refine performance appraisal processes.

• Develop and update modern HR procedures.

Policy Development and Compliance:

• Improve the company's HR policies and operations.

• Help create and update rules for how the company manages its people.

• Develop and update HR policies and procedures in line with current legislation.

• Ensure compliance with employment laws and regulations.

• Educate employees and managers on HR policies and procedures.

Employee Relations:

• Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR-related issues.

• Resolve employee conflicts and grievances in a fair and consistent manner.

• Conduct investigations into employee complaints and recommend solutions.

Performance Management:

• Advise managers on the implementation of performance appraisal processes.

• Support employees and managers in setting performance goals and objectives.

• Monitor and review performance management processes and suggest improvements.

Training and Development:

• Identify training needs and support the development of training programs.

• Coordinate and facilitate training sessions for employees.

• Monitor the effectiveness of training programs and recommend improvements.

Benefits and Compensation:

• Provide advice on employee benefits, compensation, and reward programs.

• Assist in the administration of benefits programs.

• Conduct salary benchmarking and recommend adjustments as necessary.

HR Reporting and Analytics:

• Maintain accurate HR records and prepare regular reports on HR metrics.

• Analyze HR data to identify trends and provide insights to management.

• Use HR analytics to support decision-making and strategic planning.

Employee Engagement and Well-being:

• Develop and implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement and well-being.

• Conduct employee surveys and focus groups to gather feedback.

• Promote a positive workplace culture and environment.

Change Management:

• Support organizational change initiatives and projects.

• Provide guidance on the HR implications of business changes.

• Help employees navigate changes and ensure effective communication throughout the process.

HR Administration:

• Manage employee records and HR documentation.

• Ensure data accuracy and confidentiality.

• Support day-to-day HR operations and administrative tasks.

Recruitment and Onboarding:

• Assist in the recruitment process, candidate screening, interviewing, and selection.

• Facilitate the onboarding process for new hires, ensuring they are integrated smoothly into the organization.

To qualify for this role, you must have:

• A minimum of 15 to 20 years of experience with prior management experience.

Experience in multinational environmental and utilities companies.

• Proven track record of devising and introducing new procedures and processes for newly established companies.

• Experience in establishing an HR department from scratch.

• Certification in various HR disciplines is preferable (e.g., CIPD, PHR, SPHR, GPHR).

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Human Resource Management, Economics, or a closely related field; a Masters degree is a plus.

• Six Sigma - Green Belt is preferred.

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