HR Director (Arabic Speaking)

Abu Dhabi

MV366

Permanent

12/09/2026

Our client is seeking an experienced and forward-thinking HR Director – People & Culture to lead the organisation's people agenda and cultivate a high-performing, inclusive, and values-driven workplace.

This is a strategic leadership role for an HR executive who is passionate about building exceptional employee experiences, developing leaders, and fostering a culture where people and business performance thrive together. Working closely with the executive leadership team, the successful candidate will shape the people and culture strategy, drive organisational transformation, and position HR as a trusted partner to the business.

The role

- Develop and execute the People & Culture strategy in alignment with the organization's vision and business objectives
- Partner with the executive leadership team to provide strategic advice on organizational design, workforce planning, and change management
- Champion a people-first culture that promotes collaboration, innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Lead organization-wide transformation and cultural initiatives that support long-term growth
- Lead initiatives that enhance employee engagement, wellbeing, recognition, and inclusion
- Create an exceptional employee experience throughout the employee lifecycle
- Foster a culture of diversity, belonging, and continuous feedback
- Use employee insights and engagement data to drive meaningful improvements

Client requirements

- Arabic speaking / Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related discipline; Master's degree is an advantage
- Professional HR certification (CIPD Level 7, SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent) is preferred
- Minimum of 12–15 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR leadership role (HR Director, Head of HR, or Head of People & Culture).
- Demonstrated ability to build and scale People & Culture strategies within lean, agile organisations, driving business growth, cultural transformation, employee engagement, and organisational effectiveness
- Strong background in organizational development, culture transformation, employee engagement, leadership development, talent management, and succession planning

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Marvin Verances

marvin@markwilliams.ae

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