MEA HR Business Partner

Coats is a world leader in thread manufacturing and structural components for apparel and footwear, as well as an innovative pioneer in performance materials. These critical solutions are used to create a wide range of products, including ones that provide safety and protection for people, data and the environment.

Trusted by the world's leading companies to deliver crucial, innovative, and sustainable solutions, we provide value-adding products including apparel, footwear and speciality threads.

With a proud heritage dating back more than 250 years and a spirit of evolution to constantly stay ahead of changing market needs, we have operations across 50 countries with a workforce of over 17,000, serving our customers worldwide.

Headquartered in the UK, Coats* connects talent, textiles, and technology to make a better and more sustainable world.

For more info, visit our website: www.coats.com

Role Purpose:

The HR Business Partner MEA will serve as a strategic advisor to leadership, driving people initiatives that enable organisational success across the region. This role is responsible for aligning HR strategies with business priorities, enhancing workforce capability, and fostering an engaged, high-performance culture. By partnering closely with MEA leaders and collaborating with global Centers of Excellence, the HRBP will support organisational design, talent development, and change management efforts while ensuring compliance with regional labor regulations. The role acts as a trusted consultant to managers, leveraging HR insights and analytics to guide decisions, strengthen employee experience, and support the company’s growth across multiple MEA markets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with MEA leadership to develop and execute HR strategies that support business objectives.
• Provide guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, talent management, and succession planning.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives and foster a high-performance culture.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and global HR policies.
• Manage change initiatives, including mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring.
• Collaborate with Centres of Excellence (CoEs) in Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, Compensation & Benefits.
• Analyze HR metrics to inform decision-making and improve employee experience.
• Act as a trusted advisor to managers on performance management, employee relations, and development.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a regional HRBP role.
• Proven experience working across multiple MEA countries with diverse labor laws and cultures.
• Strong understanding of HR best practices and employment legislation in the MEA region.
• Experience in matrixed, multinational organisations.

Skills & Competencies

• Strategic thinking with the ability to translate business needs into HR solutions.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Cultural sensitivity and adaptability.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluency in English, Arabic & or French is a plus.

Location & Travel

• Based in Sharkeya, EGYPT within the MEA region.
• Willingness to travel across MEA countries as needed (up to 30%).

At Coats Group, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a diverse and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making an impact in the textile industry and eager to join a global leader with a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.

Apply now to be part of our dynamic team and help shape the future of textiles.