:IRIS Executives, leader in Emiratization and Executive Search, is urgently looking for a Senior Manager - Employee Services - UAE National for one of its largest clients in Dubai.Job Title: Senior Manager - Employee Services - UAE NationalJob Location: DubaiRemuneration: CompetitiveJob Responsibilities:The Senior Manager - Employee Services is responsible to plan, develop, adapt and coordinate the implementation of a comprehensive employee services plan and build an integrated employee services function which ensures the highest level of service delivery and runs an error free data administration process. The Senior Manager - Employee Services is also responsible to ensure proper support is provided to employees with the aim to enhance the working environment and promote a positive culture within the company.

• Contribute to the development and implementation of the Human Resources strategy in alignment with the companys system-wide strategy.

• Support with the development and implementation of Human Resources policies, procedures and processes and monitor compliance of subordinates.

• Contribute to the development of the annual budget of the Human Resources department.

Operational Role

• Develop a yearly plan for Employee Services in line with the strategic and business plan for HR and the company.

• Plan and implement best-fit Employee Services policies, procedures and processes to ensure all employees requirements are timely and proactively addressed.

• Develop and monitor adherence to Employee Services policies, procedures and processes across functions and campuses.

• Supervise the timely and effective processing of payroll activities including recurring and non-recurring elements; conduct final audit and approve final payroll for submission to Finance.

• Foster and maintain good relationships with governmental and non-governmental bodies to keep up-to-date with changes in employment practices and regulations in order to provide proper guidance to the company employees.

• Manage operational issues, conflicts and queries, and encourage open communication between employees across the company.

• Manage voluntary and involuntary employee separation in coordination with relevant functions and campuses, and Talent Acquisition. Ensure that guidelines are available for campus HR to follow.

• Manage employee contracts in coordination with Talent Acquisition.

• Manage and oversee the filing, storage, update and access to employee records and data.

• Manage relations and negotiation with third party providers related to Employee Services (such as insurance companies, relocation agencies, etc.) with the aim to provide employees with affordable and high-quality benefits.

• Coordinate with the IT Functional Consultant for the development and continuous maintenance of the HR system.

Leadership Role

• Provide professional development support and perform periodic performance appraisals for direct subordinates based on the company's Performance Management System.

• Support in the development of workforce plans and succession plans for key positions in the Employee Services section.

• Contribute to the identification of learning and development needs of employees within the Employee Services section.

• Coach and mentor subordinates on a regular basis. Contribute in an effective and efficient manner to the recruitment and development of UAE Nationals.

To qualify for this role, you must have:

• A minimum of eight years of work experience in Human Resources or a related field, including at least two years in a managerial role.

• A Bachelors degree in a relevant field (e.g., Human Resources, Business Administration).

• A technology-driven mindset, with proficiency in the metaverse.

• Full proficiency in English.

• Intermediate computer literacy, including familiarity with MS Office, MS Project, and Banner.

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