HR Partner

General Information

Req #
WD00031791
Career area:
Human Resources
Country/Region:
United Arab Emirates
State:
Dubai
City: 
Dubai
Date:
Wednesday, June ‎1, ‎2022
Working time:
Full-time
Additional Locations:

Why Work at Lenovo

Here at Lenovo, we believe in smarter technology that builds a brighter, more
sustainable and inclusive future for our customers, colleagues, communities,
and the planet.

And we go big. No, not big--huge.

We're not just a US$‎60 billion revenue Fortune Global ‎500 company, we're one
of Fortune's Most Admired. We're transforming the world through intelligent
transformation, offering the world's most complete portfolio of smart devices,
infrastructure, and solutions. With more than ‎71,500 employees doing business
in ‎180 markets, we help millions--not just the select few--experience our
version of a smarter future.

The one thing that's missing? Well… you...

Description and Requirements

We are Lenovo!
Currently the number one PC vendor worldwide, we continue to be the fastest
growing company in our respective field. We're a leader in genuine innovation,
dreaming up - and building - the technology and services that enable and
inspire progress around the world.

We are dedicated to fostering an environment that encourages entrepreneurism
and ownership - a workplace where your talents can be challenged, and your
efforts recognized and rewarded. We're the progressive thinkers, creative
doers and endless tinkerers who will always challenge the traditional and who
know true groundbreakers never stand still. No matter what team you're a part
of, joining us you can create real impact.
At this level the incumbent is an experienced HR professional who is regarded
as a source of expertise in the HR arena and is responsible for executing on
HR strategies and providing operational HR excellence. The person will be
expected to take ownership and drive HR activities is close cooperation with
the HR Director. In order to be successful in the role, the HR Partner will
need to build a proficient level of business acumen during the first year and
partner effectively with the business leaders.
The HR Partner is an agent of change in the market and the business at large.
Working across all aspects of the function's remit, the HR Partner is
responsible for the implementation and success of HR initiatives for the ME
and the META markets. The HR Partner will also be the culture custodian and
will exemplify Lenovo's culture and ways of working.

These are your detailed responsibilities:
* Work closely with local market management to support their organizational needs to achieve their objectives.
* Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and leaders across the overall organisation both within the market and outside.
* Enable business strategies through effective partnership with the leaders
* Address HR challenges head on and implement plans to execute the HR priorities for the market.
* Drive change at team level and coach managers to improve the overall team engagement.
* Coach managers to effectively deal with employee relations matters.
* Demonstrate pragmatism and strike mutual solutions with the business leaders
* Demonstrate and leverage the experience, skills and knowledge of the HR industry to make an impact in key areas such as change management, organisational design, employee engagement and talent analytics.
* Support the managers to implement their people plans for recruitment, training, restructuring and succession.
* Analyse human resource metrics and drive data-based decision making.

Organization
You will report to our HR Director for META supporting customers in Middle
East. You will participate in weekly collaborative planning calls and
meetings.

What you 'll bring/ Position Requirements:
* University degree in Business Administration
* ‎8-‎10 years of experience as a HR Generalist in Middle East
* Proficiency in English (Arabic will be an advantage)
* Communication skills - Ability to communicate effectively at different levels of organisation. Ability to comprehend and communicate the business strategy to the employees.
* General skills - the HR partner will need to be a true generalist, with a good understanding of the many different responsibilities of the function (e.g., business partnership, employee relations, Learning & development, rewards, compensation & benefits).
* Coaching skills - ability to coach mid-career and senior managers in complex business and employee related challenges.
* Relationship management - foster a positive and a pragmatic relationship with the business and the employee population.
* Culture awareness - Good understanding of the middle eastern culture and ways of working
* Employment Laws - Comprehensive understanding of local employment laws in all GCC countries.

What We Will Offer You:
* An open and stimulating environment within one of the most forward thinking IT companies
* Flat structures and fast decision-making processes
* A modern and flexible way of working to combine personal and professional life, working from home
* An international team with a high focus on Gender Diversity
* Attractive compensation package
We are looking forward to discussing this position with you soon!
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any
employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age,
religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis
of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.