Human Resources Director (business unit)

About This Role

Title: HR Director - Business Unit

Location: UAE

Reporting to: Senior Group Executive (Shared Services)

Direct Reports: 4–5

Sector: FMCG/Manufacturing/Food & Beverage

UAEN Applicants only please - non negotiable

Overview

We are seeking an experienced HR Director to act as a strategic partner to senior leadership, driving the people agenda in line with business goals. This role will focus on workforce planning, talent management, performance, and culture, ensuring the organization is set up for sustainable growth and strong business performance.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic HR & Talent Advisory

• Partner with senior leaders to translate business strategy into a clear people agenda
• Support leadership hiring and talent decisions to strengthen capability and performance
• Lead performance reviews, talent assessments, and succession discussions
• Ensure strong leadership pipelines and continuity plans are in place

2. Workforce Planning & Succession

• Develop and implement workforce planning across business units
• Assess current talent, identify gaps, and plan future hiring needs
• Work closely with Finance and leadership to align headcount with budgets and business priorities
• Build and maintain succession pipelines for critical roles

3. Culture & Employee Experience

• Champion company culture and ensure values are embedded in daily operations
• Lead initiatives to improve employee engagement and overall experience
• Support leadership in driving a high-performance, people-focused environment

4. HR Governance & Policies

• Provide guidance on HR policies and ensure consistent application across the business
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and internal governance standards
• Support leadership on complex employee matters with sound judgment

Mandatory requirements:

• UAEN Applicants only please - non negotiable
• 10 years minimum in HR
• Bachelors degree minimum qualification