Key responsibilities

• Cascade functional strategy into department business plans to ensure vertical alignment and horizontal integration with interfacing strategies
• Lead assigned departments by setting individual objectives, managing performance, developing and motivating staff to maximize sectional performance
• Drive talent development initiatives, including succession and retention of high-potential individuals and Emiratis, in collaboration with HR product partners
• Act as an internal consultant to diagnose, develop, and implement HR strategies and people plans that support business goals and sustained performance
• Advise, guide, and support employees and managers on HR disciplines and policies; coach leaders through performance management and complex employee relations issues
• Engage and collaborate with n-2 and n-3 and HR product partners to co-create value propositions and improve people performance and business capability
• Influence, advise, and guide organizational restructures to align with Group strategy and business unit goals
• Manage preparation and recommendation of department budgets and monitor financial performance versus budget (as required)
• Ensure effective implementation of departmental policies, systems, processes, and procedures to meet procedural/legislative requirements and deliver quality, cost-effective service
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance systems, processes, productivity, and cost reduction in line with global standards
• Prepare timely, accurate department reports that meet Group requirements, policies, and quality standards
• Uphold Conflicts of Interest and Code of Conduct policies; partner with stakeholders on conflicts management, policy/process adherence, and breach escalation
• Model and drive adherence to organizational values and ethics to foster a value-driven culture within the Group