Human Resources Generalist

2 weeks ago


Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates Grant Thornton - UAE Full time

We're a large and growing professional services firm that still feels like a community. We employ over 750 people across the UAE and experiencing exciting growth We truly care about our colleagues, our clients, and the communities where we work and live.

This role is based in Abu Dhabi and involves connecting with all of the UAE offices.

If you are a person who is excited about people development, coaching and have an ability to engage those around you to help us grow the firm further, this is your opportunity.

Let us paint a picture for you

Imagine being part of a team that puts "we before me", where flexibility is a mindset, and where you trust your colleagues to have your back.

Imagine working for an organization that believes in the power of authenticity in everything that we do. Whether you're steering discussions in a client meeting, tackling your fear of heights at the top of the Burj Khalifa or ziplining across Jebel Jais – bring your true self to work. Be a part of a team driven by a purpose of shaping the world that we live in, based on trust and integrity in markets, dynamic businesses, and communities where businesses and people thrive.

Join us to expand your horizons, be inspired, face challenges, and most importantly, be yourself.

About the People & Culture team

Grant Thornton UAE's People & Culture team is dedicated to creating a vibrant, inclusive workplace where top talent thrives through dynamic recruitment, innovative engagement, and continuous development, driving success for our people and clients.

As a Senior Executive some of your responsibilities will include:
  1. Managing the performance review cycle and career planning practices, including the implementation of new competency frameworks.
  2. Ensuring consistent delivery of efficient and effective performance management activities to drive all colleagues' productivity and growth.
  3. Delivering suitable training, webinars and development initiatives as needed.
  4. Administering the performance management system to maintain data accuracy and track key metrics.
  5. Providing day-to-day guidance and coaching on performance and talent management. Reinforcing the development of a coaching culture aligned with the firm values as a way of inspiring our people.
  6. Being a true business partner and working closely with the key stakeholders to fulfil the business objectives and support the organization development.
  7. Acting as a trusted advisor to all colleagues and managers, addressing concerns, resolving conflicts and recommending appropriate solutions. Managing grievances effectively, ensuring fair and consistent resolution.
  8. Assisting the Senior Manager on reviewing and enhancing the compensation and benefits policies/programs in alignment with the strategy and budgets.
  9. Collaborating with your colleagues to help execute the People & Culture strategy, share knowledge and best practices.
  10. Promoting and supporting the firm's employer brand in all activities within the firm and externally.
  11. Support with the onboarding experience for team members to be based in Abu Dhabi.
  12. Working on other people related projects, as required.
Think you've got what it takes to join our People & Culture team? Here are a few more boxes we're also hoping you can tick:
  1. Possessing 2-4 years of experience in a Human Resources role.
  2. Bachelor's or Master's degree holder from an accredited university; HR-related education is an asset.
  3. Demonstrated experience in managing performance and talent management cycles.
  4. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment with a strong sense of urgency.
  5. Strong knowledge of current HR theories and practices.
  6. A track record of supporting daily HR operations for medium or large organizations.
  7. Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
  8. Excellent verbal, written, and presentation communication skills.
  9. Experience handling strictly confidential data with integrity.
  10. Strong judgment, interpersonal, and facilitation skills.
  11. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.

At Grant Thornton we're focused on making a difference in the lives of our clients, our colleagues, and our communities. That's our purpose. Or, as we like to say, our purple.

Are you ready to Discover Your Purple?

We are committed to electronically confirm with all applicants when an application has been received. If your application is shortlisted, then a member of our Talent Acquisition team will be in touch.

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