Human Resources Director

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven HR Director to join a well-established financial services organisation in Dubai. This is an exciting opportunity for a strategic yet hands-on HR leader to take ownership of the full HR function, drive people initiatives, and play a key role in supporting the organisation's continued growth and development. The ideal candidate will bring strong end-to-end (360°) HR experience within the financial services sector, a solid understanding of UAE Central Bank regulatory requirements, and the ability to operate effectively in a highly regulated environment. Key Responsibilities • Lead and oversee the entire HR function, covering HR strategy, talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, learning and development, and HR operations. • Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the organisation's business objectives and growth plans. • Ensure compliance with UAE Central Bank (CBUAE) regulations, UAE Labour Law, and relevant employment and regulatory requirements. • Partner closely with senior leadership to provide strategic HR guidance on workforce planning, organisational design, succession planning, and talent development. • Oversee recruitment and retention strategies to attract and retain high-performing professionals across the business. • Lead employee relations matters, including disciplinary procedures, grievances, and performance-related issues. • Manage compensation and benefits frameworks, annual performance reviews, and employee engagement initiatives. • Drive HR transformation, process improvements, and the implementation of effective HR policies, procedures, and systems. • Support Emiratisation initiatives and ensure alignment with applicable regulatory requirements. • Foster a high-performance culture while ensuring strong governance, compliance, and operational efficiency. Candidate Requirements • Minimum 15 years of progressive HR experience, including substantial experience in senior HR leadership positions. • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline. A Master's degree or relevant HR qualification is advantageous. • Significant HR leadership experience, ideally at Head of HR or HR Director level, within banking, financial services, or another closely related regulated financial institution. • Proven 360° HR experience, with the ability to manage both strategic and operational aspects of the HR function. • Strong knowledge and practical experience dealing with UAE Central Bank regulations and regulatory compliance requirements. • Solid understanding of UAE Labour Law, Emiratisation requirements, and HR governance. • Demonstrated experience partnering with senior management and influencing business decisions. • Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills. • Commercially minded, proactive, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment. • Fluency in both English and Arabic is mandatory, with excellent written and verbal communication skills. DUE TO THE NUMBER OF APPLICATIONS RECEIVED, ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE CONTACTED

Minimum 15 years of progressive HR experience, including substantial experience in senior HR leadership positions. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline. A Master's degree or relevant HR qualification is advantageous. Significant HR leadership experience, ideally at Head of HR or HR Director level, within banking, financial services, or another closely related regulated financial institution. Proven 360° HR experience, with the ability to manage both strategic and operational aspects of the HR function. Strong knowledge and practical experience dealing with UAE Central Bank regulations and regulatory compliance requirements. Solid understanding of UAE Labour Law, Emiratisation requirements, and HR governance. Demonstrated experience partnering with senior management and influencing business decisions. Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills. Commercially minded, proactive, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment. Fluency in both English and Arabic is mandatory, with excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Lead and oversee the entire HR function, covering HR strategy, talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, learning and development, and HR operations. Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the organisation's business objectives and growth plans. Ensure compliance with UAE Central Bank (CBUAE) regulations, UAE Labour Law, and relevant employment and regulatory requirements. Partner closely with senior leadership to provide strategic HR guidance on workforce planning, organisational design, succession planning, and talent development. Oversee recruitment and retention strategies to attract and retain high-performing professionals across the business. Lead employee relations matters, including disciplinary procedures, grievances, and performance-related issues. Manage compensation and benefits frameworks, annual performance reviews, and employee engagement initiatives. Drive HR transformation, process improvements, and the implementation of effective HR policies, procedures, and systems. Support Emiratisation initiatives and ensure alignment with applicable regulatory requirements. Foster a high-performance culture while ensuring strong governance, compliance, and operational efficiency.