Vice President HR - People and Performance

Vice President HR - People and Performance
Vice President - People and Performance
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
Location: Dubai, UAE
Position Summary:
We are working with a prominent Property Development company based in Dubai that specializes in the design & construction of landmark luxury residential, commercial, and leisure properties, with a reputation for creating iconic developments they have established themselves as a pioneer in the Middle Eastern Real Estate market. As part of their continued drive to set & maintain the highest standards in all business operations they are looking to hire an experienced and dynamic Vice President - People and Performance to lead their corporate Human Resources Business Partners (HRBP) and Learning & Development (L&D) teams. This pivotal role will drive the people and performance strategy across their global workforce, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, employee engagement, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:

• Leadership and Management:
  
  • Lead, mentor, and develop the corporate HRBP and L&D teams, ensuring alignment with the company’s strategic objectives.
  • Manage Centers of Excellence (COEs) to deliver specialized HR services effectively.
  
  
• Organizational Development:
  
  • Oversee grading and job leveling processes, working with external consultants to position the company competitively in the market.
  • Develop and implement a robust performance management system that drives employee performance and business results.
  
  
• Employee Engagement and Retention:
  
  • Design and execute employee engagement initiatives aimed at improving workplace satisfaction and reducing attrition rates.
  • Analyze employee feedback and engagement data to inform strategies and actions.
  
  
• Learning and Development:
  
  • Collaborate with the L&D team to identify and address the training needs of the organization, ensuring the development of skills and competencies required for future growth.
  • Support the creation and implementation of L&D programs that promote career development and succession planning.
  
  
• Strategic HR Initiatives:
  
  • Partner with senior leadership to drive large-scale people and organizational transformations, ensuring alignment with business goals.
  • Provide detailed, hands-on involvement in HR processes, ensuring thorough understanding and management at levels 2 and 3 of detail, beyond just departmental oversight.
  
  

Background & Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience:
  
  • Minimum of 10-15 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
  • Demonstrated experience in managing global HR functions and leading large-scale organizational transformations.
  • Proven track record of developing and implementing performance management systems, employee engagement initiatives, and L&D programs.
  
  
• Skills:
  
  • Strong business partnering acumen with the ability to work closely with executive leadership.
  • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and leadership skills.
  • Strategic thinker with strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
  
  

What they can offer in return:

• Be a part of a dynamic and innovative company committed to excellence and continuous improvement.
• Lead and develop a talented HR team in a collaborative and supportive environment.
• Make a significant impact on the organization’s growth and success through strategic HR initiatives.

If you are a seasoned HR professional with a passion for driving people and performance excellence, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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About Adecco:
At Adecco, we believe in the potential of people. We are world’s leading talent advisory and solutions company making a difference in the working lives of 3.5 million people every year. The Adecco Group is a Swiss-based global firm, operating in 60 countries that offers 360° HR solutions from flexible placement, visa and payrolling to permanent placement executive search and outsourcing services. We support more than 100,000 organizations with their human capital needs.
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