HR Leader – People & Performance (AFR)

About the role

Emaar is seeking an HR Leader to join the People & Performance (AFR) team in the United Arab Emirates. The role partners with Group Operations and business units to design and implement HR strategies that drive talent development, performance management, and overall organisational effectiveness.

Key responsibilities

• Act as the primary liaison between business leaders and HR to assess talent, compensation, career development and competency needs.
• Develop, execute and administer HR initiatives aligned with corporate objectives.
• Analyse business plans and translate HR requirements into actionable programmes that support organisational results.
• Monitor and report on employee engagement, operational excellence and internal customer satisfaction metrics.

Required profile

• Minimum 3 years of experience in an HR leadership or generalist role.
• Proven experience designing and delivering HR initiatives, preferably within the GCC.
• Background in industries such as real estate, hospitality, tourism, retail, entertainment or project‑based services.
• University degree with professional HR qualifications from a recognised institute.

Required skills

What we offer

• Opportunity to influence HR strategy across a leading diversified organisation.
• Dynamic, performance‑driven culture focused on employee engagement and operational excellence.
• Full‑time, on‑site role within a fast‑paced, growth‑oriented environment.