JOB DESCRIPTION / ROLE
We are seeking an experienced and strategic HR Director to lead the human resources function for a diversified construction and engineering group in the UAE. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving the HR strategy, optimizing workforce performance, and ensuring compliance with local labor laws while fostering a high-performance, collaborative, and inclusive culture.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement a comprehensive HR strategy aligned with the company’s business objectives and growth plans.
* Lead talent acquisition and retention initiatives, ensuring the organization attracts and retains top-tier professionals across multiple disciplines, including engineering, construction, and support services.
* Oversee performance management, succession planning, and career development programs for all levels of staff.
* Provide guidance on compensation, benefits, and reward strategies to ensure market competitiveness and internal equity.
* Ensure compliance with UAE labor laws, regulations, and corporate policies.
* Drive HR transformation initiatives, including digital HR systems, process improvements, and workforce analytics.
* Foster a positive organizational culture, promoting employee engagement, diversity, and inclusion.
* Advise senior management on HR policies, workforce planning, industrial relations, and employee relations matters.
* Oversee learning and development initiatives, leadership programs, and succession planning frameworks.
* Manage HR budgets and ensure operational efficiency of the HR function.
Requirements:
* Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree or HR certifications (SHRM-SCP, CIPD, HRCI) preferred.* 12–15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, ideally within construction, engineering, or large-scale industrial organizations in the GCC.
* Proven expertise in workforce planning, talent management, HR operations, and labor law compliance.
* Strong experience in HR transformation, change management, and implementation of HR systems.
* Exceptional leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a data-driven approach to decision-making.
ABOUT THE COMPANY
Guildhall is the most respected HR & Headhunting Consultancy in the MENA Region.
With deep, extensive knowledge of HR & Recruiting in the region, Guildhall has become a trusted partner of choice for candidates and clients. Starting from an exclusive recruitment agency in Dubai - UAE, Guildhall has grown into an elite service with the ability to cover vacancies in across MENA and Asia-pacific.
Offering tailored Career Sessions and an innovative industry-first membership program designed to save money on core services.
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