Junior HRBP | Corporate Services

Overview of the role:The Junior HR Business Partner supports the HRBP team in delivering day-to-day HR services and people initiatives aligned with business needs. The role acts as a key liaison between employees, line managers, and HR COEs, ensuring consistent application of HR policies, employee lifecycle support, and effective people solutions.What you will do:Business & Stakeholder SupportSupport HRBPs in partnering with assigned business units on people-related mattersAct as the first point of contact for managers and employees on HR queriesAssist in translating business needs into practical HR actionsEmployee Lifecycle ManagementSupport onboarding, probation, confirmation, and exit processesAssist with internal mobility, promotions, and role changesMaintain accurate employee records and HR documentationEmployee RelationsHandle routine employee relations cases with guidance from HRBPSupport grievance handling, disciplinary processes, and investigationsEnsure consistent application of HR policies and local labor law compliancePerformance & Talent SupportAssist in performance management cycles (goal setting, reviews, calibration)Support talent reviews, succession planning, and development initiativesCoordinate learning and development activities with HR COEsHR Operations & GovernanceEnsure HR processes are followed and documented correctlySupport policy communication and change management initiativesPrepare HR reports, dashboards, and people metrics as requiredProjects & Continuous ImprovementSupport HR projects such as engagement surveys, culture initiatives, and change programsContribute to process improvement and standardization effortsRequired Skills to be successful:Good understanding of HR fundamentals and employee lifecycleBasic knowledge of labor law (local/GCC experience preferred)Strong communication and interpersonal skillsAbility to handle confidential information with discretionOrganized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple prioritiesProficiency in MS Office; HRIS experience is a plusAbout the Team:This role is designed to work with Line Managers, Employees, HR Business Partners and HR Shared Services & COEs (TA, C&B, L&D, ER).What equips you for the role:Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field1–3 years of experience in HR Generalist, HR Operations, or HR Shared Services roleExposure to business partnering or stakeholder-facing HR roles is an advantageAbout Al-Futtaim Group Real EstateThe real estate development and operations arm of Al-Futtaim, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate is responsible for a multi-billion-dollar portfolio across MENA. With high-quality residential, business, retail, tourism, educational and healthcare developments, the master developer caters to the diverse needs of cities and communities in the region. From origination, conception, development, sales, procurement and construction of mega-projects and the leasing, operation and management of these projects after completion, Al-Futtaim Group Real Estate (AFGRE) has been developing and managing owned landbanks, unlocking the economic potential of the region and contributing to future development for more than 40 years.Our focus is to enable and invest in meaningful relationships to make our properties the best places to live and work, build additional products and services and enable partnerships to create true value to our customers throughout their entire experience with us.AFGRE is responsible for master planning of all projects in its portfolio, including two large scale mixed use destinations: Dubai Festival City and Cairo Festival City.About Al-Futtaim MallsAl-Futtaim Malls provides development and asset management expertise, specializing in building retail-led super regional malls in prime locations across MENA and beyond. With a proven track record of creating both sustainable revenue growth and value enhancement for tenants, Al-Futtaim Malls delivers exceptional experiences and exciting shopping environments for customers.Part of the Al-Futtaim Group, Al-Futtaim Malls leadership team brings more than 30 years of experience and a deep understanding and knowledge of the retail sector, both from a shopper’s point of view but as curators of space or landlords to other brands. The company has a directly managed portfolio including over 9 million sqft of retail space across four malls in the MENA region and two under development. Malls under the Al-Futtaim Malls portfolio include Dubai Festival City Mall and Festival Plaza in the UAE, Cairo Festival City Mall in Egypt, Doha Festival City in Qatar and Zenata Mall, Morocco.Leveraging on the expertise of its parent company, Al-Futtaim Malls established PLEX Management Services offering a full array of services including asset management and development, leasing, and brand experience expertise to shopping mall landlords and retail organizations globally. Implementing global best practice and deploying Al-Futtaim Mall’s deep un