People Partner

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic People Partner to join our team. You will report into our Head of People and you’ll be responsible for performance management, compensation, rewards and benefits programmes, working with all departments across the organization. You will be part of multiple transformational projects as we are continuously working on improving our workplace culture.ResponsibilitiesCompensation and benefits management:Work closely with leadership to align compensation strategies with company goalsReview, assess and monitor our compensation and benefits programs to attract and retain top talent. Regularly analyze market trends and benchmark against industry standards to ensure our offerings remain competitive. Performance management:Oversee and administer onboarding and performance review processes to foster a high-performance cultureCollaborate with managers to set meaningful performance goals and ensure ongoing feedback and development opportunities for employees. Provide guidance on performance improvement plans and disciplinary actions when necessaryCommunication and advising:Serve as a point of contact for managers and executives, providing expert advice on HR-related mattersCommunicate effectively with employees at all levels, ensuring transparency and understanding of HR policies and proceduresHandle employee relations issues with discretion, sensitivity, and professionalismHR processes and operations:Manage multiple tasks efficiently in a fast-paced environment, adapting to changing prioritiesWork with our HR Generalist to streamline HR processes to enhance overall departmental efficiencyRequired Qualifications:4-5 years of progressive HR experience, with a focus on rewards, benefits, compensation, and performance management. Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Strong understanding of UAE and KSA HR laws, regulations, and best practices. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to thrive in a startup environment and navigate complexitiesProven ability to advise and collaborate with managers and executivesDesired Qualifications:Previous experience in a tech startup and/or leading tech companyKnowledge of the fintech ecosystem in the Middle East NB. While we think the above experience could be important, we’re keen to hear from people that believe they have valuable experience to bring to the role. If you identify with the team and mission, but not all of our requirements, then please still apply!!Why Join us?Our products have received resoundingly positive feedback from developers and customers alike, with Sequoia leading its $33 million Series A round, marking its first in the GCC. Yet, this is just the beginning. We're working tirelessly to expand our coverage across the region while further deepening the value we provide to our stakeholders. To that end, we're always on the lookout for talented, driven, and entrepreneurial candidates to join us in our mission of enabling the next generation of financial innovation. If you're motivated by solving hard problems and leaving a lasting legacy while you're at it, Lean's where you need to be.Not only do we offer competitive salaries, private healthcare, and flexible office hours, but we also insist that every member of the team hold a meaningful equity stake in the business to ensure long-term alignment. We'd love you to join us for this journey!Lean is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status.When applying for a job at Lean Technologies, we will need to collect, use and share Personal Data about you with different members of our team during the application process. This may mean transferring your data to members of the team in one of our office locations worldwide outside of the country you are in. Please refer to our Privacy Notice on our website for more information about how we may use and store your Personal Data