HR Manager

Clyde & Co

. Position HR as a strategic business partner within client groups .

Posted 10/15/2026full-timeDubai • United Arab EmiratesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in HR Business Partnering with a focus on strategic workforce planning, talent management, and compliance with regional employment laws. Proficient in using HR analytics to drive decision-making and enhance organizational effectiveness across diverse MEA jurisdictions.

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HR Business PartneringWorkforce NationalisationEmployment Law ApplicationHR AnalyticsCultural Awareness

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Hard Skills

Workforce PlanningTalent ManagementChange ManagementEmployee RelationsPerformance ManagementStatutory Benefits ComplianceHR Functional ExpertiseData-Driven Decision MakingRemuneration AnalysisCross-Border Transfers

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationInterpersonal SkillsLeadership SkillsStrong Influencing SkillsCredibility Building

Certifications & Qualifications

GCIPD Qualified

Industry Keywords

EmiratisationSaudizationMEA JurisdictionsMatrix StructureCultural Adaptation

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Position HR as a strategic business partner within client groups
Support the Head of HR in developing the HR function and meeting firm and regional objectives
Collaborate with Centres of Excellence, global HR Business Partners and Business Services leaders
Use HR analytics and metrics to inform decisions and measure HR initiative effectiveness
Develop strategic workforce and capacity plans, including workforce needs, skills gaps, utilisation, productivity and headcount analysis
Deliver regional workforce nationalisation plans, including Emiratisation and Saudization
Adapt HR initiatives and advice to legal, cultural and business contexts across MEA jurisdictions
Partner with Reward, Payroll and Finance on remuneration, benefits, allowances, statutory benefits and compliance
Support international mobility, cross-border transfers and secondments across MEA
Deliver global performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, promotions, salary reviews and engagement surveys
Coach Partners, Managers and Team Leaders on people-management capability and performance
Support organisational change projects including reorganisations, restructurings, redundancies and transfers
Manage complex employee relations matters including grievances, conflicts, mediation and performance concerns
Support HR Advisors with implementation of people-related policies and practices

Requirements

What you’ll need

Proven experience as an HR Business Partner, preferably legal or professional services
Experience working within a matrix structure with delivery through Centres of Excellence within an HR function
Graduate or equivalent; ideally GCIPD qualified
Practical experience applying employment law across the Middle East and Africa region
Experience supporting international mobility, cross-border transfers and secondments across MEA, including work permits, visas, residency, employment, tax and relocation considerations
Experience supporting workforce nationalisation requirements, including Emiratisation and Saudization
Cultural awareness and experience adapting HR approaches across diverse MEA jurisdictions, cultures and business practices
Knowledge of regional reward and benefits practices, statutory end-of-service benefits, payroll compliance and mandatory social insurance
Strategic thinking and planning
Talent management and development
Organisational development and change management
HR functional expertise
Commercial understanding of the practical application of HR
Ability to use data and metrics for decision-making
Excellent communication, interpersonal and leadership skills
Strong influencing skills and ability to build credibility quickly

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunities employer
Diverse and inclusive workforce
Pro bono work, volunteering and charitable partnerships
Environmentally responsible initiatives, including commitment to the SBTi Net-Zero standard and emissions reduction targets