Country HR Responsible, UAE

What is the job about In very close partnership with the Country Lead, the role of Country HR is: To ensure a one country approach by designing, implementing, and coordinating local processes and policies according to global Grundfos guidelines, while ensuring adherence to local laws and regulations. To drive and support the Grundfos One Culture approach in the country by providing support and advice on a broad range of HR topics, acting as guides for the local organization to ensure a good employee experience. Main responsibilities: Legal & compliance Ensure compliance with labor laws and act as company representative in resolving related complaints. Prepare for HR audits and respond to labor authority requests. Manage non-compliance cases and embed company values from a compliance perspective. Maintain overview of legal cases, costs, and consequences. Organize local compliance trainings as relevant. HR policies and processes Establish and implement local policies aligning with group policies and local legislation. Lead deployment and alignment of HR processes across the country. Translate global policies into local actions and support global HR system implementations. Labor relations Support representation before authorities and legal entities. Advise managers on legal issues, employee discipline, and grievances. Help prevent employment law issues and resolve conflicts. People and culture Drive and support the local engagement and culture initiatives. Manage vendor agreements related to HR services. Coordinate initiatives to enhance employee and manager experience. Transactional activities Payroll management, benefits administration, onboarding, offboarding, recruitment support, training, compliance reporting, and employee data management. Your Background: Relevant bachelor’s or master’s degree Minimum 5 years of HR experience with operational expertise Experience designing HR processes and policies Experience with HR systems (preferably Success Factors and Service Now) Knowledge of UAE/JAFZA employment and labor law Experience working in an international, matrix organization This position is based in Dubai. If interested, please upload your CV/resume and cover letter via our Careers portal. For more about Grundfos, visit our Linked In or You Tube channels and meet our people. #J-18808-Ljbffr