People Business Partner

About Condé Nast

Condé Nast is a leading global media corporation delivering high-quality content to over one billion consumers across 32 markets via print, digital, video, and social media channels. Their brand portfolio includes prestigious titles such as Vogue, Vanity Fair, Glamour, Self, GQ, The New Yorker, Condé Nast Traveler/Traveller, Allure, AD, Bon Appétit, and Wired. Since 2011, Condé Nast Entertainment has produced film, television, and premium digital video content.

Role Overview

The People Business Partner for the Middle East region functions within a matrix organizational structure, spearheading regional People initiatives in partnership with global Centers of Excellence and business partners. This role offers leadership and strategic guidance across the Middle East, driving alignment between organizational objectives and People strategies. Responsibilities encompass championing the company's culture, facilitating change management, and supporting ongoing business transformation and growth in the region. The position reports directly to the Vice President of People, International.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead major People-focused initiatives including leadership coaching, talent acquisition and retention strategies, performance and succession planning, compensation design, learning and career development, employee recognition, organizational effectiveness, engagement, and internal communications.
• Engage collaboratively with the Middle East Managing Director and senior executives to align and embed People strategies with business goals and projects.
• Design and implement change management and organizational transformation plans tailored to regional needs.
• Manage complex employee relations matters including structural and organizational transitions with sensitivity and professionalism.
• Promote a positive, inclusive work environment that values diverse talents while advocating for employee welfare and supporting company-wide and departmental initiatives.
• Contribute actively as a core member of the Business People team and participate in relevant global People programs impacting the Middle East.
• Coordinate closely with peers in People functions to align efforts with overall client and business strategies.
• Provide coaching and guidance to employees addressing workplace issues, encouraging constructive solutions.
• Liaise with cross-functional teams and experts on employee contracts, investigations, compensation, learning & development, and People Operations.
• Communicate, interpret, and enforce People policies, practices, and procedures effectively for managers and staff.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution.
• A minimum of five years of professional experience in human resources, with demonstrable involvement as a People Business Partner.
• Experience with startups, international companies, or relevant sectors is advantageous.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication proficiency.
• Strong analytical capabilities with proficiency in Excel or Google Sheets.
• Fluency in both English and Arabic languages.
• Familiarity with Workday HR systems is beneficial.
• Self-driven and capable of working autonomously.
• Resourceful and skilled at creative problem-solving.
• Effective organizational, time management, and prioritization abilities.
• Strong aptitude for understanding business needs and crafting tactical and strategic responses.
• Ability to manage multiple competing priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Confident public speaker capable of engaging large audiences.