Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim is one of the most progressive regional family business houses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Performance and Talent Management Lead - Automotive Division

Job Overview
Al-Futtaim Group is seeking a strategic and experienced Performance and Talent Management Lead to oversee the execution of performance management frameworks and talent development initiatives within its Automotive Division in Dubai. This role is pivotal in driving a high-performance culture, aligning talent strategies with business goals, and collaborating with senior leaders and HR partners to foster organizational growth and capability.

Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry: Automotive
Function: Human Resources / Recruiting
Salary: 22000-28000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Current Location: Any
Job Type: Full Time

Job Overview
The Performance and Talent Management Lead will coordinate the annual performance cycle, manage succession planning, enhance managerial capabilities, and partner with Learning & Development to deliver robust talent strategies. The role requires a strong understanding of performance analytics, employee engagement, and leadership development frameworks aligned with group-wide and divisional strategies.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead the annual performance cycle using SAP SuccessFactors and balanced scorecards
* Implement performance frameworks tailored to agile and traditional organizational needs
* Partner with L&D to design programs supporting leadership, performance, and feedback culture
* Drive talent review cycles, succession planning, and career pathing for key roles
* Collaborate with HR Business Partners to identify and support high-potential talent
* Analyze performance metrics and provide actionable insights to senior management
* Ensure compliance with internal HR policies and external regulatory requirements
* Develop strategies to enhance employee engagement and reward top performers
* Liaise between central HR and automotive business units for cohesive talent strategies
* Monitor poor performance cases and ensure effective PIP (Performance Improvement Plans) are executed

Job Requirements

* Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field (Master’s preferred)
* 8+ years of experience in performance and talent management within large organizations
* Hands-on experience with SAP SuccessFactors, scorecard systems, and analytics tools
* HR certifications such as CIPD, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR preferred
* Strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and strategic thinking skills
* Deep expertise in succession planning, performance feedback systems, and L&D collaboration

What We Offer

* Strategic leadership opportunity within the Automotive Division of Al-Futtaim
* Highly collaborative environment with cross-functional exposure
* Attractive compensation and executive-level benefits
* Career advancement in one of the region’s most respected business groups
* Access to the latest HR systems, methodologies, and talent management frameworks

About the Company
Al-Futtaim Group, established in the 1930s, is one of the Middle East’s most diversified privately held companies with operations in 20+ countries and a workforce of over 35,000. Its Automotive Division is a cornerstone of its success, representing world-class automotive brands and services. The group maintains a relentless focus on operational excellence, innovation, and human capital development as part of its long-term vision.

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Job Title Performance and Talent Management Lead - Automotive Division Job Description Performance and Talent Management Lead - Automotive Division Job Overview Al-Futtaim Group is seeking a strategic and experienced Performance and Talent Management Lead to oversee the execution of performance management frameworks and talent development initiatives within its Automotive Division in Dubai. This role is pivotal in driving a high-performance culture, aligning talent strategies with business goals, and collaborating with senior leaders and HR partners to foster organizational growth and capability. Job Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates Industry: Automotive Function: Human Resources / Recruiting Salary: 22000-28000 monthly (Market estimated) Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: Any Candidate Current Location: Any Job Type: Full Time Job Overview The Performance and Talent Management Lead will coordinate the annual performance cycle, manage succession planning, enhance managerial capabilities, and partner with Learning & Development to deliver robust talent strategies. The role requires a strong understanding of performance analytics, employee engagement, and leadership development frameworks aligned with group-wide and divisional strategies. Key Responsibilities * Lead the annual performance cycle using SAP SuccessFactors and balanced scorecards * Implement performance frameworks tailored to agile and traditional organizational needs * Partner with L&D to design programs supporting leadership, performance, and feedback culture * Drive talent review cycles, succession planning, and career pathing for key roles * Collaborate with HR Business Partners to identify and support high-potential talent * Analyze performance metrics and provide actionable insights to senior management * Ensure compliance with internal HR policies and external regulatory requirements * Develop strategies to enhance employee engagement and reward top performers * Liaise between central HR and automotive business units for cohesive talent strategies * Monitor poor performance cases and ensure effective PIP (Performance Improvement Plans) are executed Job Requirements * Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field (Master’s preferred) * 8+ years of experience in performance and talent management within large organizations * Hands-on experience with SAP SuccessFactors, scorecard systems, and analytics tools * HR certifications such as CIPD, SHRM-SCP, or SPHR preferred * Strong project management, stakeholder engagement, and strategic thinking skills * Deep expertise in succession planning, performance feedback systems, and L&D collaboration What We Offer * Strategic leadership opportunity within the Automotive Division of Al-Futtaim * Highly collaborative environment with cross-functional exposure * Attractive compensation and executive-level benefits * Career advancement in one of the region’s most respected business groups * Access to the latest HR systems, methodologies, and talent management frameworks About the Company Al-Futtaim Group, established in the 1930s, is one of the Middle East’s most diversified privately held companies with operations in 20+ countries and a workforce of over 35,000. Its Automotive Division is a cornerstone of its success, representing world-class automotive brands and services. The group maintains a relentless focus on operational excellence, innovation, and human capital development as part of its long-term vision. Let me know if you’d like this exported in JSON-LD format or prepped for upload to your job board. Post Details

Job Start Date Salary from 22000.00 Salary to 28000.00 Number of Vacancies 1 Location Job Location -> UAE Dubai Location City Dubai

Desired Candidate's Profile Gender No Preference Nationality Candidate Current Location Job Classification Job Type Job Type -> Full-time Industry Type Job Industry -> Automotive Job Function Job Functions -> Human Resources Employers Details Company AlFuttaim Contact Person Al Futtaim Designation HR Manager Telephone +201000680746 Email asmaa.elattaralfuttaim.ae