Human Resources Business Partner

Headquartered in Dubai, UAE, The First Group is a dynamic, integrated global property developer with a fast-growing portfolio of upscale hotels, residential properties, F&B brands and real estate asset management services. Since our launch in 2005, we have carved a highly successful niche offering unrivalled property investment opportunities in high-growth markets to clients from more than 70 countries worldwide.

We were among the first developers to identify the tremendous potential in providing private investors the opportunity to purchase hotel guestrooms, suites and serviced apartments in our collection of upscale properties located in highly popular locations across Dubai. We back up our success with a list of International Property awards along with strategic partnerships with companies such as Wyndham Hotel group, Millennium Hotels, Emirates Airlines and Jumeirah Hotels and Resorts.

To successful candidates, we offer a diverse progressive corporate working environment with clear growth potential along with award winning sales & marketing tools, a state of the art showroom featuring Dubai’s only virtual helicopter tour and endorsements from a number of international sporting celebrities.

To provide a proactive and supportive Human Resources service to all employees, upholding the company goals of employee engagement. To assist in developing and implementing initiatives which embrace company values and ensuring that all employees are treated in a positive, fair, and supportive manner throughout their employment. Be the first and main point of contact for all employees, assist them with their queries and provide them with the help that they are looking for. Follow-up that the help was well received and the documents etc. that they required were processed in a timely manner. It is not the intent of this job description to cover all aspects of the position but to highlight the most important areas of responsibility.

• Organize and manage employee engagement activities, events, and initiatives, such as social events, and recognition programs.
• Role in “employee engagement" - winning the trust of the employee and hence can help the organization in controlling the attrition.
• Handling in joining formalities - to plan and conduct new employee orientation to foster a positive attitude towards organizational objectives. 
• Handling Exit-interviews & coordinating with ex-employees
• Ability to provide advice on employment terms, conditions, policies and procedures
• To handle employee database (both in soft form and file management).
• Maintain human resources records by recording new hires, transfers, terminations, changes in job classifications, leaves, and attendance management.
• To deal sensitively and appropriately with confidential information.
• To serve as a link between management and employees by handling questions, interpreting, and administering contracts, and helping resolve work-related problems.

• Experience in fostering employee engagement, managing workplace relations, and promoting employee well-being.
• Proficiency in drafting precise and detailed employment contracts, documentation, and official correspondence.
• Strong ability to meet deadlines while adhering to established standards and guidelines.
• Capability to conduct research and gather relevant HR-related insights.
• Competence in performing routine calculations and administrative tasks.
• Solid understanding of HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Familiarity with UAE Labour Law and compliance regulations.
• Proficiency in general IT systems and applications, including spreadsheets, word processing, and email management.