Junior HR Business Partner

Overview of the role:

The junior HRBP is responsible for supporting various HR processes, including talent acquisition, engagement, learning and development, budgeting, reporting, and compliance of personnel administration. This role requires a generalist knowledge to support different HR priorities and ensure efficient HR operations within the department.

What you will do:

Manpower budget & reporting
Support senior HRBP and HR operations manager in collating manpower requirements from management.
Validate variable budget assumptions and accurately enter data into the planning tool for each cost center.
Create headcount tracking sheets by band and by cost center and assist in budget approval.
Compile HR data reports, analyze data variance, and prepare detailed reports.
Compile PDR ratings and forms, ensure conformity, and provide guidance on content quality for levels F and below.

Talent acquisition
Support senior HRBP in manpower planning and recruitment activities for band G and below, including for stores.
Coordinate with the talent acquisition team to manage Success Factors, opening and managing requisitions, and fulfilling positions to meet business needs.
Ensure recruitment is completed within 45 days and all procedures comply with internal audit standards.

Employee relations
Review disciplinary cases, ensure proper documentation, and compare evidence.
Recommend actions to senior HRBP, prepare disciplinary warning letters, and manage filing.
Ensure disciplinary letters are issued within defined time frames.

HR administration & compliance
Train and inform store admin teams on standards to ensure correct data keeping and audit compliance.
Conduct checks for HR-related costs and accruals as directed by the HR operations manager.
Ensure audit findings are addressed, and payroll records and payments are processed accurately and on time.

System and organizational maintenance
Conduct SAP checks to ensure correct workflows and status of employment changes.
Collaborate with line managers and SSUs to ensure management changes, employee transfers, and status changes are timely reflected in the system.
Maintain and update organizational charts to reflect the current status.

Corporate and brand representation
Act as an ambassador for Al-Futtaim, aligning behavior with brand and corporate values.
Develop relationships with SSUs, group functions, and store teams to ensure effective support and administration.
Gather and analyze feedback from employees to improve HR practices.

Required skills to be successful:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to interact with different organizational levels.
• Ability to manage sensitive information with confidentiality and diplomacy.
• Strong analytical skills for data reporting and budget management.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail to meet deadlines.

What qualifies you for the role:

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience in HR roles, preferably in a corporate environment.
• Proficiency in MS Office tools and SAP HCM.
• Understanding of personnel administration, legal reporting, and payroll preparation.

About Al-Futtaim Retail

Al-Futtaim Retail has established itself as one of the leaders in retail across the Middle East, Africa & Asia over the past 30 years. We have developed partnerships with some of the biggest and most respected brands in the world including IKEA, ACE and Toys R Us in the Middle East and the Inditex Group of Brands (Zara, Mango, Bershka and P&B) across Asia. We are also one of the largest global partners of Marks and Spencer’s in both regions with over 75 stores offering both fashion & food options.

Most recently we have been responsible for bringing brands to the Middle East for the first time with the exciting launches of Watsons and B&Q and we aim to continue to be agile and adaptive to our markets with new launches and further development. For this to be possible we aim to recruit the best talent from all backgrounds who will continue to challenge and develop our diverse workforce which includes over 100 nationalities across 12 countries. Join us today and make a difference…