HR Specialist at Elvaridah

Job Overview

• We are seeking a highly competent and compassionate Human Resource (HR) Specialist to join us. In this dynamic role, you will serve as the HR specialist across all businesses within the group, providing strategic and operational HR support to ensure alignment with organizational goals. This position will require you to balance traditional HR responsibilities with a people-first approach, fostering a positive and supportive work environment.
• The ideal candidate will be skilled in talent acquisition, employee relations, performance management, and HR compliance while promoting the company’s culture and employee well-being. If you are passionate about building strong teams, improving employee engagement, and implementing HR best practices, we want to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment:

• Manage the full recruitment process across all subsidiaries from job posting to onboarding, ensuring the right talent is hired.
• Develop and implement creative sourcing strategies to find candidates who align with each business’s culture and values.
• Conduct interviews, assessments, and background checks to ensure the right hire for each role within the holding company.

Employee Onboarding & Offboarding:

• Ensure new hires across the businesses receive a seamless and positive onboarding experience, introducing them to the unique culture, policies, and procedures of each entity.
• Conduct exit interviews across all companies, gathering feedback and insights for improving employee retention and organizational culture.
• Manage transitions, ensuring that offboarding processes comply with legal and ethical standards while treating employees with dignity and respect.

Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution:

• Serve as the HR point of contact across all business units, addressing workplace concerns, policy clarifications, and conflict resolution.
• Mediate conflicts in teams or between employees and management across the group, providing fair and compassionate solutions.
• Foster an open, communicative work environment, promoting mutual respect and care for employees’ well-being.

Performance Management:

• Support managers within each business unit in setting clear performance expectations and conducting regular appraisals.
• Develop and implement performance improvement plans (PIPs) as needed, focusing on employee growth and development.
• Design and implement group-wide employee development programs to improve skills, boost engagement, and promote career growth.

Compensation & Benefits Administration:

• Assist in administering employee benefits programs across all business units, including health insurance, pension plans, and wellness initiatives.
• Provide guidance on compensation structures and benefits to employees across the group, as well as clients.
• Regularly review and recommend updates to benefits packages to meet the diverse needs of employees in the different business sectors.

Training & Development:

• Develop and coordinate training programs across the different business units, tailored to the unique needs of each sector.
• Implement workshops and seminars on diversity, leadership, and mental health to promote a positive, inclusive work culture across the group
• Monitor the effectiveness of training initiatives and recommend continuous improvements to meet organizational goals.

HR Compliance & Policies:

• Ensure HR policies and practices across all businesses comply with labor laws and employment regulations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, contracts, and legal documentation for each business.
• Regularly update HR policies across the organization to reflect legal changes and best practices.

Employee Engagement & Well-Being:

• Develop and implement employee engagement strategies across the subsidiaries, promoting wellness, team-building, and employee recognition.
• Champion mental health and well-being initiatives across all business units, creating a supportive work environment.
• Encourage open communication and foster a culture of inclusion across the group

HR Analytics & Reporting:

• Track HR metrics such as employee turnover, retention, and satisfaction across all businesses to inform HR decisions.
• Prepare regular reports on HR performance, including recruitment, training, and engagement across the group
• Use data-driven insights to refine HR strategies across the organization.

Required Skills & Ǫualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in human resources, with experience in multi-business or holding company structures preferred.
• Strong knowledge of labour laws, employment regulations, and HR best practices across various sectors.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to manage relationships across diverse business units.
• Empathetic and compassionate approach to HR, handling sensitive issues with care.
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple HR functions across various business entities.
• Proficiency with HR software systems and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Preferred Ǫualifications

• Certification in Human Resources (e.g., CHRM-CP or equivalent).
• Experience working in real estate, digital, financial, or hospitality sectors.
• Strong background in employee engagement, diversity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.
• Proven experience in HR data analytics and reporting.

Personal Attributes

• Empathy and Compassion: Demonstrates a people-centric approach, showing care and concern for employee well-being across all businesses.
• Ethical Judgment: Ability to navigate complex HR issues with integrity and transparency.
• Adaptability: Comfortable managing HR needs across diverse business units, each with its own culture and operational challenges.
• Team Player: Collaborates effectively with teams across the group, fostering a unified company culture.