Group HR Manager

The Group HR Manager is responsible for leading and managing the full spectrum of Human Resources functions across multiple business units within the group. The role focuses on developing and implementing HR strategies, ensuring compliance with labor laws, building strong HR systems, and supporting business growth through effective talent management and organizational development.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and implement group-wide HR strategies aligned with business objectives
• Act as a strategic advisor to senior management and business heads
• Lead HR transformation initiatives across multiple entities

2. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Oversee end-to-end recruitment across all business units
• Develop workforce planning strategies and manpower budgets
• Ensure timely hiring of skilled and unskilled workforce as per business needs
• Build strong talent pipelines for critical and leadership roles

3. Performance Management

• Design and implement performance management systems (KPIs, appraisal cycles)
• Drive a performance-driven culture across the organization
• Ensure fair evaluation, promotions, and succession planning

4. Compensation & Benefits

• Develop and maintain salary structures and grading systems
• Benchmark compensation against market standards
• Oversee payroll policies, incentives, and employee benefits programs

5. Employee Relations & Engagement

• Manage employee relations, grievance handling, and disciplinary processes
• Promote employee engagement and retention initiatives
• Ensure a positive workplace culture aligned with company values

6. HR Policies & Compliance

• Develop, implement, and standardize HR policies across all entities
• Ensure compliance with Qatar Labour Law and company regulations
• Manage audits, HR governance, and internal controls

7. Learning & Development

• Identify training needs across departments
• Design leadership development and succession planning programs
• Promote continuous learning and skill development initiatives

8. HR Operations & Systems

• Oversee HR operations including HR administration, onboarding, and offboarding
• Implement and manage HRIS systems (SAP, Oracle, or similar)
• Drive digital transformation in HR processes

9. Organizational Development

• Design and restructure organizational frameworks where required
• Support change management initiatives
• Improve productivity and efficiency across business units

Requirements

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field
• 10 to 15+ years of HR experience, including senior leadership roles
• Experience in holding groups / multi-company environments preferred
• Strong knowledge of GCC labor laws (especially Qatar)
• Experience in FMCG, Construction, Trading, or diversified groups is an advantage
• Strong HRIS and analytics exposure

Key Skills

• Strategic HR Management
• Leadership & Stakeholder Management
• Talent Acquisition & Retention
• Compensation & Benefits Design
• HR Policy Development
• Performance Management Systems
• Change & Transformation Management