Job Type: Full Time
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Retail / Luxury / Fashion
Function: HR, People & Culture

Chalhoub Group is seeking a Senior Associate – People Partner to support employee relations, people analytics, and HR advisory activities across multiple business verticals. Reporting to the Senior People Partner, this role plays a key part in delivering people insights, strengthening employee engagement, and supporting data-driven decision-making within a dynamic luxury retail environment.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & People Support

• Act as a visible, approachable point of contact for employees, providing day-to-day HR guidance and support

• Serve as a trusted advisor on conflict management, feedback conversations, and team dynamics

• Manage employee relations cases, including investigations, documentation, and resolution of grievances in line with company policies and local labor legislation

People Analytics & Insights

• Analyze and interpret people data, dashboards, and reports to provide actionable insights

• Support the preparation of people analytics during budget cycles, workforce planning, and transformation initiatives

• Translate employee survey results (Voice of People, Great Place to Work, engagement surveys) into practical action plans

Talent & Internal Mobility

• Support and help implement strategies that promote internal mobility and career development opportunities

• Partner with stakeholders to enable talent movement across functions and business units

Stakeholder Collaboration & Projects

• Partner with People & Culture, Group Management, and Group Transform teams to support business priorities

• Support transformation programs through time allocation tracking, cost-split analysis, and reporting for Super Users, Testers, and Data Owners

• Ensure accuracy, consistency, and timely delivery of people-related data and insights

Candidate Requirements

• Strong numerical and analytical capability, with confidence in budgets, cost analysis, and data interpretation

• Proven ability to manage employee relations matters with professionalism and discretion

• High level of comfort using HR systems, surveys, dashboards, and reporting tools

• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

What We Offer

At Chalhoub Group, you will be part of a people-first culture that values innovation, diversity, and inclusion. The Group offers continuous learning opportunities, career mobility, and exposure to meaningful projects across brands and markets.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage

• Child education contribution

• Flexible and remote working options

• Exclusive employee discounts

• Learning, development, and internal career opportunities