Assistant Manager - HR Tech and Digitization

Job description / Role

Key responsibilities:

Technology implementation
Oversee the selection, deployment, and optimization of HR software and systems. Lead solution design, conduct user acceptance testing (UAT), and facilitate training for business users.

Process automation:
Identify and implement opportunities to automate repetitive HR tasks for improved efficiency. Manage vendors and ensure successful project execution. Act as a project manager for HR technology projects.

Data management and analytics & reporting:
Collect, analyze, and utilize HR data to inform decision-making and strategy. Develop and maintain HR dashboards for real-time insights.

System integration:
Ensure seamless integration of new HR technologies with existing systems. Collaborate with IT and HR stakeholders to drive system compatibility and efficiency.

Employee support and training:
Develop and conduct training programs to help employees effectively use new HR technologies. Provide ongoing support for system-related queries and troubleshooting.

Compliance and security:
Maintain compliance with data privacy regulations and ensure the implementation of robust security measures. Monitor system access controls and audit logs for risk mitigation.

Continuous improvement:
Stay updated on emerging HR tech trends and recommend innovative solutions. Regularly assess system effectiveness and identify areas for enhancement.

AI & automation
Explore and integrate AI solutions for predictive analytics and automated decision-making in HR operations.
Enhance chatbot and self-service capabilities for HR functions.

System maintenance
Act as a super-user for master data management, ensuring accuracy and consistency across HR platforms.
Oversee system maintenance and updates to optimize functionality.

About the Company

The Apparel Group is a global fashion and lifestyle brand conglomerate residing on the crossroads of a modern economy - Dubai, UAE. The mercurial growth in the last 17 years has been by acquiring a host of world class fashion labels from around the world - Nine West, Tommy Hilfiger, Kenneth Cole, Aldo & Tim Hortons just to name a few.

Today the group caters to thousands of eager shoppers through its over 1530 stores, 75 International brands and employing 12,000 multi cultural staff in over 4 continents. Apparel believes in turning dreams in to reality and we give everyone - our customers, our stakeholders, our employees - an equal opportunity to do so.

Apparel group has carved its strong presence not only in the UAE, Kuwait, Qatar, Bahrain, Oman, and Saudi Arabia but opened thriving gateways to market in India, South Africa, Poland, Singapore, Jordan, Indonesia, Thailand and Malaysia. Additionally, clear strategies are in place to enter emerging markets such as Hungary, Pakistan, Egypt and Philippines.