VP HR PLANNING AND REWARDS

Job Description : VP HR PLANNING AND REWARDS DUBAI We are partnering with a leading organisation in the UAE to appoint a Vice President – HR Planning & Rewards, a senior leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering the organisation’s strategic approach to organisation design, workforce planning, and total rewards. Key Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Lead the development and implementation of HR planning and rewards strategies aligned with overall business objectives. Partner with executive leadership to integrate workforce and organisational strategies into broader business planning. Drive organisational effectiveness by aligning structures, capabilities, and talent strategies with operational goals. Organisation Design Lead the organisation design function, ensuring structures and operating models support business strategy and future growth. Develop and maintain job architecture and career frameworks that provide clarity on roles, progression, and succession planning. Workforce Planning Oversee enterprise workforce planning, forecasting future talent needs and identifying capability gaps. Build robust workforce strategies that support business transformation and long-term organisational capability. Total Rewards Lead the design, implementation, and optimisation of compensation, benefits, and recognition programmes to ensure market competitiveness. Oversee executive compensation and incentive plans aligned with business performance and leadership objectives. Ensure rewards programmes maintain internal equity and comply with regulatory requirements. HR Analytics & Planning Champion data-driven decision making across HR Planning and Rewards through advanced analytics and workforce insights. Establish KPIs and performance metrics to monitor effectiveness of HR planning and reward strategies. Stakeholder Collaboration Partner closely with Talent Acquisition, HR Business Partners, and senior leadership to align workforce strategy with hiring and talent management initiatives. Ensure effective communication and rollout of HR programmes related to rewards, workforce planning, and organisation design. Technology & Process Optimisation Identify and implement HR technology solutions that enhance efficiency and transparency across HR planning and rewards processes. Leadership Responsibilities Lead and develop a high-performing HR Planning & Rewards team. Foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and innovation. Promote professional development and capability building within the team. Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Minimum 12 years of relevant experience in HR strategy, rewards, or workforce planning. Proven experience in organisation design, compensation & benefits, and workforce planning at a senior leadership level. Strong ability to influence senior stakeholders and align HR initiatives with business strategy. Experience leveraging HR analytics and technology to drive strategic decision making. Preferred Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline. 15+ years of experience in HR leadership roles.

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