Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Company: Marsh
About Marsh:
Marsh is a global leader in insurance broking and risk management, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where employees can thrive and grow. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior HR Manager to join our team in Dubai and support our business through strategic and operational HR leadership.
Position Overview:
As an HR Manager at Marsh Dubai, you will serve as a trusted advisor to People Managers across the region, providing expert guidance and support across a broad range of HR functions. This role focuses on delivering high-quality HR services and programs that enhance organizational effectiveness, employee engagement, and compliance with local regulations. Please note, Talent Acquisition activities such as recruitment and onboarding are managed by our dedicated Talent Acquisition team and are outside the scope of this role.
Key Responsibilities:
Advise and guide People Managers on all HR matters including:
Performance management, including supporting training and mentoring programs and monitoring compliance
Communications, change management, and organizational effectiveness
Compensation, benefits, and global mobility
Wellbeing initiatives, including managing local wellness programs and annual health screenings
Leave, absence management, and coordination with workforce administration for return-to-work accommodations
Inclusion and diversity awareness and initiatives
Employee relations, including investigations, performance improvement, disciplinary actions, grievances, and appeals, with escalation to Employee Relations for complex issues
Career development, succession planning, and internal mobility
Lead and support the rollout and delivery of HR programs in the region, contributing to continuous process improvements
Act as the sole HR representative in certain countries, collaborating with HR colleagues across multiple locations and ensuring compliance with local statutory and regulatory requirements
Provide local business insights to Centers of Excellence (CoEs) and People Partners to inform strategic workforce planning and performance management solutions
Support People Managers and employees during restructuring activities, including planning and executing consultations and, where applicable, leading discussions with local works council representatives
Ensure all local regulatory and statutory obligations are met, escalating issues to legal or other experts as needed
Collaborate with People Partners and CoEs to implement best practices tailored to regional and country-specific needs
Mentor and support peers and junior HR Managers to maintain consistent, high-quality HR service delivery
Deputize for the Lead HR Manager as required
Qualifications:
Proven experience in an HR business partner or HR management role, preferably within a multinational environment
Strong knowledge of UAE labor laws and local employment regulations
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels
Demonstrated ability to manage complex employee relations issues with discretion and professionalism
Experience in organizational change management and employee engagement initiatives
Ability to work independently and collaboratively across multiple locations and cultures
Why Join Marsh?
Opportunity to work in a dynamic, global company with a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion
Collaborative and supportive work environment
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Professional development and career growth opportunities
Application Process:
If you are a proactive HR professional ready to make a significant impact in a growing region, we invite you to apply for the HR Manager position in Dubai. Please submit your resume and through our careers portal.