HR Business Partner – Middle East
Cigna Healthcare
HR Business Partner – Middle East
Location: Dubai, UAE
Reports to: HR Director, Middle East & Africa
Function: Human Resources – International Health
Role Overview
This HR Business Partner role is based in our Dubai office and is responsible for the end-to-end delivery of the employee lifecycle across the Middle East (UAE, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain, and Lebanon). In addition to regional responsibilities, the role will contribute to broader HR initiatives at the International Health level, supporting enterprise-wide priorities.
As a trusted advisor to the business, the HR Business Partner will play a pivotal role in translating business strategy into people outcomes. The role partners closely with HR Leads, the HR Director, and Centers of Excellence (COEs) to drive continuous improvement, operational excellence, and a high-impact employee experience aligned with Cigna MEA’s strategic goals.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic HR Leadership
Translate business and functional priorities into a forward-looking people agenda.
Lead and execute strategic HR initiatives including workforce planning, talent acquisition, development, and engagement.
Act as a liaison between country leadership, functional teams, and International Markets HR to ensure alignment and transparency.
Culture & Employee Experience
Champion the Employee Value Proposition and embed it across the employee journey.
Drive culture and leadership development initiatives that support organizational transformation.
Monitor employee engagement and wellbeing, recommending interventions to enhance performance and retention.
Talent & Organizational Development
Lead talent reviews, succession planning, and capability building in partnership with business leaders.
Provide strategic and operational guidance on organizational design and workforce optimization.
Support innovation and change management efforts across the region.
Compensation & Governance
Oversee compensation and benefits to ensure competitiveness and equity.
Partner with Finance on HR budget planning and forecasting.
Ensure compliance with regional employment laws and regulatory developments.
Operational Excellence
Execute HR processes in Workday including position management, headcount reporting, and HR transactions.
Prepare HR metrics and reporting to inform decision-making.
Support the HR Director on cross-regional and enterprise-wide projects.
Experience & QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or related field.
Minimum of 7 years’ progressive HR experience, ideally within the insurance or healthcare sector.
Proven success operating within multinational and matrixed organizations, navigating complexity and driving alignment across geographies and functions.
Strong business partnering experience with expertise in employment law, compensation, recruitment, employee relations, and organizational development.
Demonstrated ability to influence, coach, and build trust with senior stakeholders.
High proficiency in HR systems (Workday preferred) and data-driven decision-making.
Excellent communication skills in English.
Core CompetenciesOrganizational Agility
Strategic Thinking
Builds Networks
Drives Results
Communicates Effectively
Customer Focus
Decision Quality
Cultivates Innovation
Cigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system, empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.
Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, age, disability, sex, childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, religion, national origin, ancestry, marital or familial status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.
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