HR Business Partner at Egis in Cairo, Cairo, Egypt

companyDescription
Egis is a leading global architectural, consulting, construction engineering, operations and mobility services firm. We create and operate intelligent infrastructure and buildings that both respond to the climate emergency and contribute to more balanced, sustainable and resilient development. Our almost 25,000 employees operate across over 70 countries, deploying their expertise to develop and deliver cutting-edge innovations and solutions for clients. Through the wide range of our activities, we are central to the collective organisation of society and the living environment of citizens all over the world.
Egis has been working in Ireland since 1994, making us one of the longest-established and largest multidisciplinary consultancy, engineering and operations firms in the country. Today we have more than 600 people across 16 locations nationwide, working on some of Ireland’s most significant infrastructure programmes.
We operate more of Ireland’s road infrastructure than any other firm, overseeing 1,200km of motorways and running two of the country’s most complex tunnel facilities, the Dublin Tunnel and the Jack Lynch Tunnel in Cork. That combination of design, engineering and long-term operations experience is rare, and it gives our people a perspective on infrastructure that goes well beyond the drawing board. If you want to understand how major assets actually perform over time, and how to make them safer, more efficient and more sustainable, this is a good place to develop that knowledge.
jobDescription
We are seeking an experienced and empathetic HR Business Partner to join our team in Cairo, Egypt. In this strategic role, you will partner with business managers and leaders to understand their organizational objectives and provide relevant, forward-thinking HR inputs. Reporting to senior HR leadership, you will work collaboratively across the organization to attract, develop, and retain top talent while supporting the complete employee lifecycle.
Build and maintain meaningful relationships with business managers and stakeholders across all organizational levels, acting as a trusted HR advisor and demonstrating strong influencing capabilities.
Managing on and off boarding process.
Serve as the primary point of contact for employee relations matters, providing guidance on conflict resolution, supporting collaborative labor relations, and promoting a positive workplace culture while escalating complex cases appropriately
Communicate and implement HR policies, processes, and initiatives that drive organizational success
Proactively identify and stay current with industry trends, best practices, and regulatory changes—particularly those relevant to Egyptian labor law—translating them into actionable strategies.
Support workforce planning, salary reviews, talent management, employee engagement, and well-being initiatives while ensuring compliance with organizational processes and local regulations
Communicate with L&D team in MESA for training programs.
Coach and mentor managers in developing their people management capabilities and leadership skills.
Generate insightful reports utilizing HR data and analytics to provide evidence-based recommendations to HR Manager.
Update and Manage HR Database.
Demonstrate flexibility and resilience in managing multiple priorities while maintaining high standards of accuracy and attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
qualifications
Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, or a related field
4-6 years of progressive HR experience with a demonstrated focus on business partnership and strategic HR delivery
Comprehensive understanding of employment law and proven experience supporting employee relations activities, including labor relations and union partnership
Solid generalist HR experience across multiple functional areas (talent management, compensation, employee relations)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret HR data, metrics, and management information for practical decision-making.
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to present effectively to various levels of seniority and influence stakeholders
Proven ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while prioritizing effectively and maintaining flexibility in a dynamic environment
Demonstrated competency in relationship building, assertiveness, and the ability to take initiative independently.
Knowledge of Egyptian labor laws and regulations.
Fluency in English and Arabic language.
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