National_HR Executive

Position: National HR Executive | Retail | IKEA Egypt

Role Purpose:

As the National HR Executive, your primary objective is to support the HRBP (Human Resources Business Partner) and store office management in managing various administrative and HR-related tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

Welcome and assist new employees on their first day, ensuring they receive their induction pack and necessary administrative requirements, such as badges, uniforms, and access cards.

Collaborate with the HRSS (Human Resources Shared Services) team to ensure new joiners have their user and email accounts set up and shared with their respective line managers.

Communicate store policies, procedures, and internal announcements as directed by the store HRBP.

Address employee queries on HR matters, with support from the store HRBP.

Report work needs, challenges, and recommendations to facilitate HR decision-making to the HRBP.

Assist store line managers in understanding and implementing policies and procedures.

Manage the return of company property from departing employees.

Coordinate with store management to ensure accurate schedules in the staff management system, working alongside the Staff Planning Specialist.

Compile monthly payroll and leave reports and maintain records related to attendance, overtime, turnover percentages, sick leaves, nationality mix, recruitment, Emirati turnover, and holidays.

Contribute to HR-related projects and participate in functional and cross-functional initiatives aligned with the business strategy and leadership goals.

Provide HR and administrative support to store management following HRBP guidance.

Coordinate travel and hotel arrangements for employees and manage disciplinary meeting records, file maintenance, and documentation, as required.

Facilitate general meetings by preparing presentations, taking notes, and distributing meeting minutes.

Produce KPI reports for business oversight and control.

Manage store supplies, negotiate with vendors for procurement, and ensure proper stock counts and payments.

Collaborate with the HRBP on employee engagement activities, social events, and annual parties.

Archive in-store office documents for easy retrieval when necessary.

Support department managers in audits, preparing and providing required evidence and documentation.

Ensure timely probationary reviews and contract renewals, maintaining proper documentation.

Assist in coordinating outsourced employee hiring, contracts, and payroll management with outsourcing partners.

Foster collaborative relationships with Al-Futtaim HR teams and store management for seamless business continuity.

Skills and Qualifications:

Education:

High School/Trade School Graduate.

Preferred: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration.

Experience:

3 to 4 years' experience in a similar role.

Prior experience as an HR Generalist is advantageous.

Technical Skills:

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Strong organizational and implementation capabilities.

Proficiency in MS Office.

Proficient in English.

Behavioural Competencies:

Customer Focused

Individual Accountability

Continuous Improvement

Personal Leadership

Teamwork

This role presents an opportunity for an experienced professional to contribute to HR and administrative functions in a retail setting, ensuring effective operations and adherence to organizational policies and procedures.