Group HR Manager

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Jobs Club is a trusted HR and Talent Acquisition partner, serving both local and multinational companies committed to finding, developing, and retaining top talent, while providing organizations tailored solutions to meet their unique talent requirements.

JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking an accomplished Group Human Resources Manager with 15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience across multinational or multi-location organizations. The ideal candidate must possess deep expertise in global HR practices, strategic workforce planning, performance management, and organizational development.

This role requires a results-driven HR leader with strong international exposure, particularly in Pakistan and the UAE and the ability to design, implement, and optimize HR strategies that enhance organizational effectiveness and support long-term business objectives. A solid background in cross-border HR management, employee performance systems, culture building, and change management is essential.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

HR Management - Karachi:

• Manage, mentor, and develop the HR team based in Pakistan to ensure effective execution of day-to-day HR operations.
• Oversee HR activities such as recruitment, employee relations, performance reviews, training and development, and HR administration.
• Build a strong and collaborative HR team culture aligned with organizational values.

HR Management - UAE:

• Remotely manage and support all HR functions for UAE offices including talent acquisition, onboarding, employee engagement, compliance, and workforce planning.
• Act as the central HR liaison between Pakistan and UAE leadership to ensure alignment and consistency in HR policies and practices.
• Ensure UAE HR policies, procedures, and employment contracts comply with local Labor Laws and regulatory standards.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Develop and execute proactive recruitment strategies to attract top-tier talent across Pakistan and the UAE.
• Oversee the full recruitment cycle ensuring streamlined processes, strong employer branding, and high-quality candidate experience.
• Collaborate with department heads to assess manpower needs and develop short-term and long-term workforce planning.

Employee Performance Management

• Design, implement, and monitor an effective Performance Management System (PMS) across all entities.
• Lead mid-year and annual performance review cycles, ensuring fairness, consistency, and strong linkage with rewards and career development.
• Train managers on goal-setting, KPI creation, performance evaluation, and feedback delivery.
• Identify performance gaps and implement targeted interventions, including training, coaching, and performance improvement plans.

Organizational Development & Culture Enhancement

• Lead organizational development initiatives focused on structure optimization, employee growth, and building a high-performance culture.
• Conduct organizational assessments and recommend improvements in processes, workflows, and team structures.
• Develop leadership development programs and succession planning frameworks.

Employee Relations & Workplace Culture

• Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and leadership to resolve conflicts, manage grievances, and uphold a positive and inclusive work environment.
• Implement initiatives that enhance employee morale, retention, and engagement across both regions.

Compliance & Policy Management

• Ensure full compliance with UAE and Pakistan Labor Laws and internal HR governance frameworks.
• Continuously update HR policies, manuals, SOPs, and handbooks to reflect evolving regulatory and organizational needs.

Compensation & Benefits

• Collaborate with Finance and Payroll teams to ensure accurate and timely payroll across all countries.
• Assist in developing fair, transparent, and competitive compensation and benefit structures.

HR Analytics & Reporting

• Maintain accurate HRIS records and generate comprehensive HR dashboards and KPI reports.
• Provide insights on attrition trends, workforce productivity, hiring metrics, training needs, and employee satisfaction to support data-driven decisions.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Qualification:

• Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• International HR certifications (SHRM-SCP, CIPD, PHRi) preferred.

Experience:

• Minimum 15 years of progressive HR experience with exposure to UAE HR operations.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing HR teams in multi-location environments.
• Strong background in performance management and organizational development.

Technical Proficiency:

• Proficient in HRIS platforms and ATS systems (Recruitee, Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM).
• Strong understanding of UAE & Pakistan labor laws, compensation frameworks, and immigration processes.

Leadership & Soft Skills:

• Strategic thinker with strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.
• Willingness to travel to the UAE when required.
• Excellent communication, influence, and negotiation skills.
• High emotional intelligence with the ability to build strong relationships across cultures.
• Strong coaching, change management, and conflict-resolution capabilities.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, multicultural, and evolving organizational environments.

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person