Human Resources Business Partner

About the role

Al Safadi Hospitality is seeking an experienced Human Resources Business Partner to join its HR team. The role will work closely with business leaders to deliver operational and strategic HR support while ensuring compliance with company policies and UAE Labour Law.

Key responsibilities

• Partner with managers and department heads to provide HR guidance on all people‑related matters.
• Manage the full employee lifecycle: onboarding, probation, movements, performance management, resignations, terminations and off‑boarding.
• Lead employee‑relations cases, including disciplinary actions, investigations, grievances and conflict resolution.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, HR procedures and UAE Labour Law, coaching managers on consistent application.
• Support probation and performance management processes, offering performance‑improvement guidance.
• Conduct exit interviews, analyse retention trends and recommend improvement initiatives.
• Assist with employee‑engagement programmes to foster a positive workplace culture.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation and case files.
• Prepare HR reports and analyse workforce trends to aid business decisions.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition on recruitment, workforce planning and organisational changes as needed.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• 4–6 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in hospitality, food & beverage, retail or a similarly fast‑paced environment.
• Proven experience managing the full employee lifecycle.
• Strong background in employee relations, disciplinary procedures, workplace investigations and conflict resolution.
• Sound knowledge of UAE Labour Law and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management and interpersonal abilities.
• Strong problem‑solving, decision‑making and organisational skills.
• Fluent in English; Arabic is an advantage.

Required skills

• Microsoft Office
• HR systems