Human Resources Business Partner (MENA)

Mission/Core of Purpose of the Job:  

The HRBP MENA serves as the primary HR partner for managers and teams across the region, ensuring effective people practices that support business objectives. The role oversees management-level recruitment, performance and talent processes, employee relations, engagement initiatives, and workforce planning, while ensuring policy consistency and compliance across MENA offices. 

Key Tasks:  

Business Partnering & Advisory

⦁Serve as the primary HR consultant for managers and leadership in the MENA region.

⦁Ensure reporting line clarity, policy adherence, and alignment of people decisions with business needs.

⦁Support organizational structure changes and team effectiveness. 

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition (Management Roles)

⦁Lead sourcing, screening, and HR interviews for management/senior roles.

⦁Coordinate technical interviews and support decision calibration.

⦁Provide recommendations on offers, compensation, and internal equity. 

Performance Management Leadership

⦁Facilitate goal-setting, reviews, and continuous feedback for management teams.

⦁Lead 360-feedback, PIPs, and performance documentation for regional teams.

⦁Drive promotions, succession discussions, and readiness assessments. 

Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution

⦁Lead grievance handling, conflict mediation, and disciplinary processes.

⦁Support investigations, documentation, and case closure.

⦁Provide coaching, counseling, and manager support on ER issues. 

Learning & Talent Development

⦁Identify training needs for management roles and support IDPs.

⦁Facilitate leadership, soft skills, and development programs in the region.

⦁Track certification updates, training completions, and skill gaps. 

Compensation & Benefits Partnering

⦁Validate benchmarking insights and compensation recommendations.

⦁Support merit increases, promotions, and internal equity decisions.

⦁Advise employees and managers on benefits, policies, and entitlements. 

Engagement, Culture & Change Support

⦁Lead engagement initiatives, surveys, recognition workflows, and culture programs.

⦁Support action planning and follow-up for regional engagement results.

⦁Facilitate communication and change readiness during organizational changes. 

Workforce Planning & Analytics

⦁Provide insights on headcount, turnover, talent gaps, and workforce risks.

⦁Support succession planning, talent pipeline development, and workforce segmentation.

⦁Deliver regional reports on KPIs, diversity metrics, and organizational trends. 

Regional HR Compliance

⦁Ensure local labor law adherence (Qatar, Jordan, UAE, KSA).

⦁Support compliance documentation, audits, and government interactions.

⦁Guide managers on policy interpretation and legal requirements. 

Minimum Requirements:

Education & Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. HR certification (CIPD, SHRM, or equivalent) is an advantage.

Experience: 5–7 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a business partnering role. Experience supporting multi-country or regional HR operations (preferably MENA). Proven experience handling employee relations, performance management, and management-level recruitment.

Skills & Competencies: Strong understanding of MENA labor laws (Qatar, Jordan, UAE, KSA preferred). Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and conflict-resolution skills. Ability to analyze HR metrics and provide data-driven recommendations. Strong organizational, planning, and problem-solving abilities. High level of discretion and professionalism.