HR Graduate Trainee: 24-Month Rotations & Mentorship

HR Graduate Trainee

Job Description

Position Title: HR Graduate Trainee

Department: Human Resources

Duration: 24 Months

Location: Al Tamimi & Company

Overview: The Tamkeen HR Graduate Program is a structured, 24-month initiative designed specifically to develop and retain Emirati talent within the legal sector’s Human Resources function. The program aligns with the UAE’s Emiratization vision, aiming to equip graduates with essential skills and practical HR experience, fostering career growth and excellence within a prestigious law firm environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Participate actively in structured job rotations across various HR functions:
  • Talent Acquisition: Assist in recruitment campaigns, candidate screening, interviewing, and support Emiratization initiatives.
  • Al Tamimi Academy: Engage in learning initiatives, course coordination, and training program management.
  • Employee Experience: Handle employee relations, grievance procedures, conflict resolution, and performance benchmarking.
  • Business Partnering: Contribute to workforce planning, utilize HR technology, and support data-driven decision-making.
  • Organizational Planning & Development: Data Driven Decision Making
  • Employee Engagement, Organization Design, Recognition framework.
• Complete project-based assessments at the conclusion of each rotation, including a Capstone Project.
• Participate in monthly progress evaluations and ongoing developmental coaching with assigned mentors.

Eligibility:

• Nationality: UAE Nationals
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, or related fields
• Experience: Fresh graduates or candidates with up to 1 year of relevant HR experience

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills
• Effective problem-solving and critical-thinking abilities
• High level of passion and interest in Human Resources
• Ability to collaborate effectively within diverse teams and with various stakeholders

Program Benefits:

• Dedicated mentorship by senior HR leaders and professionals
• Access to a structured Buddy System for daily support
• Enrollment in targeted HR workshops and certifications
• Extensive networking opportunities within legal and HR professional circles
• Potential placement into permanent HR roles post-program completion, such as HR Coordinator, Talent Acquisition Specialist, Learning & Development Coordinator, Employee Relations Advisor, among others

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

• Essential to our success as a global law firm is our ability to attract and retain the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds. We are committed to a work environment where everyone can reach their potential and we have an inclusive culture which respects individual differences.
• We undertake and support a number of internal and external initiatives aimed at increasing diversity within the profession and we encourage all our partners and staff to get involved.
• Al Tamimi & Company is committed to providing equal opportunities for all. We welcome applications from candidates with disabilities and support those in the workplace who have a disability.