Senior People Specialist, EEMEA

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Hiring Remotely in Dubai, ARE
Remote or Hybrid
Senior level
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We are a global technology company in the payments industry.
The Role
Partner with regional business leaders to deliver People & Capability programs across EEMEA. Support workforce planning, analytics, change management, early talent, reskilling, engagement surveys, performance calibrations, and regional P&C milestones. Track and report project metrics, support internal communications, and provide Workday administrative support to drive organizational effectiveness.
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Our Purpose
Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.
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Senior People Specialist, EEMEA
Senior People Specialist
The EEMEA People and Capability (P&C) team are responsible for partnering with business leaders across the regions and our global COE colleagues to lead and drive people priorities and initiatives to enable accomplishment of organizational and business goals/priorities. We are looking for a senior People Specialist to join our team and support various P&C programs and initiatives. The role will report directly in to the Regional P&C Lead.
Responsibilities:• The P&C programs and initiatives could cover a broad range of topics (e.g. Workforce Planning and Analytics, Change Management and Organizational Development, Early Career Talents, Culture Change, Workforce reskilling and upskilling, Employee Experience, Continuous improvement, and P&C communications)• Supports data tracking and reporting around key projects, goals, metrics, and success criteria, and track progress against key performance indicators and to identify opportunities for process improvement and organizational effectiveness• Support with organization and execution of Regional P&C milestones such as Performance calibrations, Talent Planning, Quarterly Reviews, Engagement Surveys etc• Support with internal communications around the impact of P&C projects by using data and success stories to illustrate business outcomes to key stakeholders• Provides Workday administrative support where required such as org/ job changes, position creation, data updates etc
All About You • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple and/or complex projects simultaneously and drive results within established timelines.• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights• Demonstrated ability to deliver flawless execution • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with stakeholders across different levels of the organization• Advanced Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills required as well as foundational knowledge of AI tools
Corporate Security Responsibility
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
  • Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
  • Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
  • Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
  • Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.

Skills Required

  • Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple complex projects
  • Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills; translate data into actionable insights
  • Experience with data tracking and reporting around projects, goals, metrics, and KPIs
  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; stakeholder collaboration across levels
  • Advanced Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint skills
  • Foundational knowledge of AI tools
  • Workday administrative support experience (org/job changes, position creation, data updates)

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Mastercard Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support A 10% company retirement match (401k or equivalent) is explicitly highlighted in company materials. This level of employer contribution stands out as a core strength of the package.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth A global minimum of 16 weeks fully paid new‑parent leave and generous U.S. PTO (vacation, personal days, holidays, sick time, and bereavement) are clearly spelled out. These provisions indicate broad time‑off coverage across life events.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Hybrid work, a four‑week “work from elsewhere” option, meeting‑free well‑being days, five paid volunteer days, mental‑health resources, and fitness reimbursement/on‑site gyms are emphasized. Together they reflect a holistic approach to flexibility and wellbeing.

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HQ: Purchase, NY
38,800 Employees
Year Founded: 1966

What We Do

Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we’re building a resilient economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential.

Why Work With Us

We live the Mastercard Way: creating value in the communities we touch, growing together through the opportunities we see, and moving fast to innovate and scale. Our collaborative culture and our passionate people are the key to what we do, driving meaningful change as one team and connecting everyone to priceless possibilities.

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