HR Business Partner – Talent Management Implementation & Client Engagement

Role Summary:

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) will be responsible for the implementation, governance, and sustained adoption of talent management and HR strategies designed by element’s OD consultants, while acting as the primary client relationship owner for assigned accounts.The role requires strong capability in HR program execution, client management, project delivery, HR operations, employee relations, and reporting, with a clear focus on translating strategy into measurable, on-ground outcomes.The HRBP will represent the element at client organizations and will be accountable for delivery quality, compliance, stakeholder confidence, and operational stability.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Management Strategy Implementation

• Implement talent management and organization development frameworks designed by OD consultants, including:
• Performance management systems and review cycles
• Talent assessment and review frameworks
• Career paths, job architecture, and role clarity structures
• Succession planning and capability mapping
• Rewards, recognition, and incentive programs
• Customize implementation plans based on client maturity, workforce composition, and operational constraints
• Ensure smooth rollout, adoption, and stabilization of all talent initiatives
• Monitor effectiveness and recommend execution refinements where required

2. Client Relationship Management

• Act as the single point of contact for assigned client engagements
• Build and maintain professional working relationships with:
• Founders, CEOs, Managing Directors
• Senior leadership teams
• Client HR and functional heads
• Manage client expectations related to scope, timelines, and deliverables
• Address client feedback, concerns, and escalations in a timely and structured manner
• Ensure consistent communication and documentation standards

3. HR Project Management & Delivery

• Own end-to-end delivery of HR and talent-related projects, including:
• Project planning and phasing
• Milestone tracking and dependency management
• Stakeholder coordination
• Work closely with OD consultants to translate strategic designs into executable plans
• Track progress, risks, and issues; initiate corrective actions where required
• Ensure post-implementation stabilization and continuity

4. HR Operations Oversight

• Oversee and support core HR operations within client organizations, including:
• Policy implementation and adherence
• HR calendars and annual cycles
• Performance review execution
• HRMS usage and data accuracy
• Ensure HR processes are structured, compliant, and scalable
• Support clients in transitioning from informal or fragmented HR practices to standardized systems

5. Employee Relations & Compliance

• Manage and advise on employee relations matters, including:
• Grievances and disciplinary actions
• Performance improvement processes
• Investigations, terminations, and separations
• Ensure all employee-related actions comply with:
• UAE Labour Law
• MOHRE requirements
• Internal policies and ethical standards
• Coach managers on fair, objective, and well-documented people decisions
• Act as a risk and compliance advisor to leadership

6. Reporting & Governance

• Prepare and present structured HR reports, including:
• Monthly and quarterly HR dashboards
• Talent and performance insights
• Project status and implementation reports
• Compliance and risk summaries
• Provide clear, decision-oriented insights to client leadership and element management
• Maintain accurate documentation and reporting records

7. Internal Collaboration

• Work closely with OD consultants to ensure alignment between design intent and execution reality
• Provide structured feedback on implementation challenges and adoption barriers
• Contribute to continuous improvement of element’s frameworks and delivery methodologies
• Uphold element’s professional standards, ethics, and brand representation

Required Qualifications & ExperienceProfessional Experience

• 10–18 years of progressive HR experience
• Strong background in:
• HR Business Partnering
• Talent management implementation
• HR operations and employee relations
• HR project delivery
• Mandatory experience working in the UAE

Technical Competencies

• Talent and performance management systems
• HR operations and process governance
• Employee relations and compliance
• UAE labour law and MOHRE regulations
• HR reporting and analytics

Behavioural Competencies

• High ownership and accountability
• Strong stakeholder and client management skills
• Structured and disciplined execution approach
• Ability to operate effectively in complex and evolving environments
• High integrity, confidentiality, and professional maturity

Performance IndicatorsSuccess in this role will be measured by:

• Effective implementation and adoption of OD-designed HR frameworks
• Client satisfaction and long-term engagement continuity
• Stability and compliance of HR operations within client organizations
• Quality, clarity, and timeliness of reporting
• Reduction in HR-related risks and escalations

Career ProgressionThis role offers progression into:

• Senior HR Business Partner
• Client Engagement Lead
• Practice Lead – HR Implementation

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED12,000.00 - AED15,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Please confirm your expected salary for the role.
• Do you have a notice period with your current employer? If yes, please specify the duration in weeks. If no, type '0'.