HR Generalist - Manager

Position Overview

As an experienced HR professional based in Dubai, the HR Generalist - Manager will closely collaborate with local leadership to support the strategic goals and cultural values of the Middle Eastern practices. This role encompasses delivering a breadth of HR functions including talent acquisition, workforce planning, development, and implementation of HR-related projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish and nurture partnerships with Equity Principals, Principals, and their teams by understanding business objectives and challenges, and devising practical HR solutions.
• Advise executives and support management on organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, performance evaluation, training opportunities, and development programs.
• Coordinate with the HRIS team to design and manage onboarding procedures for new hires.
• Lead full-cycle recruitment efforts by deploying targeted sourcing strategies, utilizing social networks and recruitment platforms, ensuring a positive experience for both hiring managers and candidates.
• Collaborate with immigration and mobility specialists to address employee visa and relocation requirements.
• Report employee concerns and escalate to the regional Head of HR for management of performance plans, expectation resets, and investigations.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies by staying informed about regional regulations and reporting compliance issues when necessary.
• Champion the company's values by providing coaching to foster diversity, inclusion, and a high-integrity workplace culture.
• Offer guidance on restructuring, workforce and succession planning initiatives.
• Support business leaders in employee development, talent planning, and annual performance reviews.
• Drive usage of HCM tools like UKG to enhance business growth strategies for various practices.
• Update local HR policies and employee handbooks to reflect business needs and regulatory changes.
• Partner with project managers to formulate and monitor HR-related project processes and timelines.
• Identify and implement process enhancement opportunities within HR functions.

Travel Requirements

This role requires periodic travel to support locations in Saudi Arabia and Pakistan.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 8 to 10 years of progressive HR experience including recruitment.
• Preferred SHRM-CP or HRCI certification.
• Proficient knowledge across multiple HR areas such as compensation, organizational analysis, employee relations, diversity and inclusion, performance management, and employment laws specific to the Middle East.
• Professional and consultative communication skills suitable for interacting with executives, management, and employees at various levels.
• Able to manage confidential information discreetly and handle sensitive situations professionally.
• Capable of juggling multiple priorities and ensuring timely follow-through.
• Flexible mindset with clear boundary-setting when necessary.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant industry experience.

About Milliman

Milliman is an independent firm with over 77 years of global experience, offering expert consulting across employee benefits, investment consulting, healthcare solutions, insurance, and financial services. Our diverse team includes actuaries, clinicians, tech specialists, and plan administrators, committed to helping clients address complex challenges such as retirement and healthcare funding, risk management, and regulatory compliance.