Regional HR Director - Middle East & Africa (MEA)
Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and multi industrial leader serving a wide range of customers in more than 150 countries. Our 130,000 employees create intelligent buildings, efficient energy solutions, integrated infrastructure and next generation transportation systems that work seamlessly together to deliver on the promise of smart cities and communities. Our commitment to sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat. We are committed to helping our customers win and creating greater value for all of our stakeholders through strategic focus on our buildings and energy growth platforms. Johnson Controls is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, status as a qualified individual with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Johnson Controls is a Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and multi industrial leader. Building Technologies & Solutions, a division of Johnson Controls, is a leading provider of building technology, products and solutions, including controls, equipment and services for HVAC, security, fire and refrigeration.
We are seeking a Regional HR Director for Middle East & Africa.
To be considered you must have 8+ years’ experience in broader HR generalist roles, with experience working in a global environment across multiple businesses units, countries, diverse cultures and a matrix global management structure. It is essential that you have at least 2+ years’ experience of manging large scale organisational change projects and 3+ years’ experience of HR strategy and policy development to align to multi-year business strategies at a Country/Regional level. You must have recent operational HR experience in the MEA region and have previously managed a team.
The Role
You’ll act as a strategic and visible partner to the regional management team, developing and executing the people strategy to ensure we meet our long-term strategic and operational objectives and provide leadership to the regional human resource function.
Our Middle East & Africa (MEA) Region has over 4000 employees and is headquartered in Dubai with offices in Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Egypt, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and Turkey. Following the merger with Tyco in late 2016 the Regional HR Director will ensure we realise the full benefits by successfully integrating the two businesses providing council on organisational structure and embedding one culture. You’ll guide your team to develop and execute strategies, programs and policies that support their individual remits and build long term organisational bench strength.
Responsibilities
Determine, develop and execute regional human resources strategies that effectively support the overall business strategies
Provide leadership, direction and expertise for the full scope of the HR function including employee relations, talent acquisition and development, reward, employee engagement and organizational design and change
Own, support and manage annual business cycles, including talent review, performance management, pay review, headcount planning and employee surveys
Coach, develop and challenge the Leadership Team and managers on the execution of business plans and on people leadership
Build organisational bench strength by building programs that will ensure the organisation can meet its customer and contractual needs
Lead communication, implementation and execution of all compensation and benefit initiatives across the region
Manage the HR Budget, report monthly on budget performance for the HR function; oversee forecasting activity for regional headcount across all functions and business units.
Leading, coaching and developing a team of HR professionals across the region , with Line manage 4 direct reports, capabilities for long term succession planning
Work closely and partner with HR COEs – Talent Acquisition, Compensation & Benefits
Ensure organisational understanding of and adherence to ethics and compliance standards, and all local/regional employment regulations
Ensure that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies
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Qualifications
Skills & Experience
Degree qualified – Business/HR. MBA is an advantage
8+ years’ experience with in a broad HR generalist roles, solid experience of organization / job design, workforce planning, performance management, talent development, compensation & benefits, employee engagement
3+ years’ experience in broad HR strategy and policy development
2+ years’ experience of managing big organisational change projects – mergers, divestments, restructuring
Commercially astute with experience of working in an international sales driven businesses, manufacturing and/or engineering preferred
Recent strategic & operational HR experience in the MEA region
Solid grasp of regional employment law, able to effectively interpret it to stakeholders
Skilled at establishing, building strong relationships and be seen as a partner across all levels of an organisations. Ability to manage and influence stakeholder group
People leadership experience, ability to understand and drive your own & team performance through coaching and development.
Exemplary verbal and written communication skills, strong emotional intelligence.
Ability to present at senior level
Strong analytical and problem solving skills especially the ability to analyse data
Tireless and results driven mentality, able to continually critique and optimise performance.
About Us
Our belief is that great companies are powered by great people and led by inspired leaders; individuals who are authentic, who embrace new ideas, share a mutual respect for each other and do what’s right for their communities. Every day, we focus on our common goal of improving lives around the world. And we do this by working together and applying deep technical expertise to help our customers solve pressing challenges, with a collective passion to make an impact.
Imagine a career that perpetually stretches your capabilities. From managing many of the world’s most iconic buildings to making products that help save lives, the breadth of our opportunities empowers you to chart your own path. We are a truly global company that embraces diversity, rewards hard work and inspires people to reach for more. In an environment that is constantly evolving, we will set the foundation for you to grow and chart a career path that is as unique as you are. As part of our team you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact that people can feel. The world is waiting for you and so are we.
Job
Human Resources
Primary Location
AE-Dubai
Organization
BE Middle East
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Johnson Controls is a Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and multi industrial leader. Building Technologies & Solutions, a division of Johnson Controls, is a leading provider of building technology, products and solutions, including controls, equipment and services for HVAC, security, fire and refrigeration.
We are seeking a Regional HR Director for Middle East & Africa.
To be considered you must have 8+ years’ experience in broader HR generalist roles, with experience working in a global environment across multiple businesses units, countries, diverse cultures and a matrix global management structure. It is essential that you have at least 2+ years’ experience of manging large scale organisational change projects and 3+ years’ experience of HR strategy and policy development to align to multi-year business strategies at a Country/Regional level. You must have recent operational HR experience in the MEA region and have previously managed a team.
The Role
You’ll act as a strategic and visible partner to the regional management team, developing and executing the people strategy to ensure we meet our long-term strategic and operational objectives and provide leadership to the regional human resource function.
Our Middle East & Africa (MEA) Region has over 4000 employees and is headquartered in Dubai with offices in Abu Dhabi, Bahrain, Egypt, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, South Africa and Turkey. Following the merger with Tyco in late 2016 the Regional HR Director will ensure we realise the full benefits by successfully integrating the two businesses providing council on organisational structure and embedding one culture. You’ll guide your team to develop and execute strategies, programs and policies that support their individual remits and build long term organisational bench strength.
Responsibilities
Determine, develop and execute regional human resources strategies that effectively support the overall business strategies
Provide leadership, direction and expertise for the full scope of the HR function including employee relations, talent acquisition and development, reward, employee engagement and organizational design and change
Own, support and manage annual business cycles, including talent review, performance management, pay review, headcount planning and employee surveys
Coach, develop and challenge the Leadership Team and managers on the execution of business plans and on people leadership
Build organisational bench strength by building programs that will ensure the organisation can meet its customer and contractual needs
Lead communication, implementation and execution of all compensation and benefit initiatives across the region
Manage the HR Budget, report monthly on budget performance for the HR function; oversee forecasting activity for regional headcount across all functions and business units.
Leading, coaching and developing a team of HR professionals across the region , with Line manage 4 direct reports, capabilities for long term succession planning
Work closely and partner with HR COEs – Talent Acquisition, Compensation & Benefits
Ensure organisational understanding of and adherence to ethics and compliance standards, and all local/regional employment regulations
Ensure that the company complies with all legal and regulatory requirements
Ensure that record keeping meets the requirements of auditors and government agencies
#external
Qualifications
Skills & Experience
Degree qualified – Business/HR. MBA is an advantage
8+ years’ experience with in a broad HR generalist roles, solid experience of organization / job design, workforce planning, performance management, talent development, compensation & benefits, employee engagement
3+ years’ experience in broad HR strategy and policy development
2+ years’ experience of managing big organisational change projects – mergers, divestments, restructuring
Commercially astute with experience of working in an international sales driven businesses, manufacturing and/or engineering preferred
Recent strategic & operational HR experience in the MEA region
Solid grasp of regional employment law, able to effectively interpret it to stakeholders
Skilled at establishing, building strong relationships and be seen as a partner across all levels of an organisations. Ability to manage and influence stakeholder group
People leadership experience, ability to understand and drive your own & team performance through coaching and development.
Exemplary verbal and written communication skills, strong emotional intelligence.
Ability to present at senior level
Strong analytical and problem solving skills especially the ability to analyse data
Tireless and results driven mentality, able to continually critique and optimise performance.
About Us
Our belief is that great companies are powered by great people and led by inspired leaders; individuals who are authentic, who embrace new ideas, share a mutual respect for each other and do what’s right for their communities. Every day, we focus on our common goal of improving lives around the world. And we do this by working together and applying deep technical expertise to help our customers solve pressing challenges, with a collective passion to make an impact.
Imagine a career that perpetually stretches your capabilities. From managing many of the world’s most iconic buildings to making products that help save lives, the breadth of our opportunities empowers you to chart your own path. We are a truly global company that embraces diversity, rewards hard work and inspires people to reach for more. In an environment that is constantly evolving, we will set the foundation for you to grow and chart a career path that is as unique as you are. As part of our team you’ll have the opportunity to make an impact that people can feel. The world is waiting for you and so are we.
Job
Human Resources
Primary Location
AE-Dubai
Organization
BE Middle East
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