Human Resources Business Partner

Role SummaryThe HR Business Partner (HRBP) acts as a strategic consultant and operational leader, aligning HR strategies with the business objectives of specific client groups/departments. This role is responsible for driving key HR programs, managing employee relations, talent development, and workforce planning, while providing leadership and guidance to a team of HR Generalists.Key Responsibilities1. Strategic Business Partnership & Leadership (30%)Serve as the primary HR point of contact and trusted advisor to business leaders and line managers for assigned departments.Collaborate with the leadership team to understand their strategy, goals, and challenges, and translate them into proactive HR initiatives.Develop, implement, and track HR metrics/analytics (e.g., turnover, engagement, time-to-hire) to drive data-informed decisions and improve organizational effectiveness.Lead and mentor two HR Generalists, delegating operational tasks and ensuring consistent, high-quality HR service delivery across all functions.2. Talent Management & Development (30%)Drive the Performance Management cycle (goal setting, mid-year/annual appraisals, bell curve calibration) for client groups, ensuring fairness and effectiveness.Partner with managers on Talent Acquisition strategy and execution, including workforce planning, reviewing job descriptions, and managing recruitment campaigns with the support of the HR Generalists.Oversee and manage the onboarding and offboarding processes to ensure smooth transitions and positive employee experiences.Identify training and development needs, coordinating with L&D or designing programs to enhance employee skills and career growth.3. Employee Relations & Compliance (25%)Manage complex employee relations issues, including disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and investigations, ensuring legal compliance and fairness.Provide advice and coaching to managers and employees regarding Egyptian Labour Law and company policies.Spearhead employee engagement initiatives, including conducting surveys (e.g., PULSE, annual engagement) and focus groups to foster a positive, values-based work culture.Oversee the accuracy and compliance of employee records and HR operations tasks managed by the HR Generalists.4. Compensation & Benefits (15%)Assist in the annual salary review and compensation planning process, ensuring internal equity and external competitiveness based on market data.Prepare and discuss job offers and compensation packages with candidates.Support the payroll process by ensuring accurate data submission and compliance with local social security and taxation laws.Candidate QualificationsEducation: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. HR Certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR) is a plus.Experience: Minimum 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2-3 years in an HR Business Partner or Senior Generalist role, and proven experience in a supervisory/team lead capacity.Technical Skills:In-depth knowledge of Egyptian Labour Law and HR best practices.Solid experience across core HR functions: Talent Acquisition, Performance Management, Employee Relations, and Compensation & Benefits.Proficiency in HRIS systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, Zoho) and advanced MS Office skills, especially Excel.Soft Skills:Excellent communication and interpersonal skills (English and Arabic, written and spoken).Strong consulting, coaching, and influencing skills with senior stakeholders.Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion and integrity.Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conflict resolution abilities.