Employee Relations & Policies Associate Manager (Emirati Role)

Location: UAE ( This role is open for Emirati Nationals only as per local regulations)

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale.

Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability.

We are uniquely able to deliver tangible outcomes because of our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Accenture Song. These capabilities, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients succeed and build trusted, lasting relationships.

We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.

About Entity:

Corporate Functions—including Human Resources, Finance, Legal, Marketing Communications, and Workplace Solutions-- powers Accenture’s people across industries and functions to keep our business leading in the New. Join the heart and soul of Accenture, partnering with our extraordinary people to bring innovation into every organization.

The Employee Relations & Policies Associate Manager is responsible for overseeing employee relations programs, ensuring compliance with company policies and labor laws, and fostering a positive workplace culture. This role involves handling workplace disputes, developing HR policies, conducting investigations, and providing guidance to managers and employees on employment-related matters.

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Relations:

• Serve as a key point of contact for employee relations matters, addressing workplace issues professionally and efficiently.

• Conduct investigations into employee complaints, grievances, and policy violations, ensuring fair and consistent resolutions.

• Collaborate with managers to provide guidance on performance management, disciplinary actions, and workplace conflicts.

• Develop and implement employee relations strategies to enhance employee engagement and satisfaction.

• Analyze trends in employee relations issues and recommend solutions for improvement.

HR Policies & Compliance:

• Develop, review, and update company HR policies in alignment with labor laws, industry standards, and company culture.

• Ensure compliance with local, state, and federal employment laws and regulations.

• Partner with legal and HR leadership to mitigate risks and enforce compliance.

• Educate employees and management on company policies, workplace rights, and ethical conduct.

• Conduct training sessions on workplace policies, diversity and inclusion, and anti-harassment initiatives.

Workplace Investigations & Conflict Resolution:

• Lead investigations into employee complaints, harassment allegations, and other workplace concerns.

• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling sensitive employee matters.

• Recommend appropriate disciplinary or corrective actions based on investigation findings.

• Support alternative dispute resolution efforts and foster a positive, fair, and inclusive work environment.

Performance Management & Employee Engagement:

• Assist in the development of performance management programs, ensuring constructive feedback and career development.

• Promote employee engagement initiatives to improve workplace morale and retention.

• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on employee relations best practices and workforce strategies.

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).

• 4+ years of experience in employee relations, HR policies, or human resources management.

• Strong knowledge of employment laws, labor relations, and workplace compliance.

• Experience conducting workplace investigations and handling conflict resolution.

• Excellent communication, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism.

• HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, or SPHR) is a plus.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience working in a fast-paced corporate or multinational environment.

• Familiarity with HRIS and case management systems.

• Strong analytical skills with the ability to identify trends and recommend solutions.

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with 774,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.

Visit us at www.accenture.com 

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