People and Culture Country specialist at Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE

Cairo, Cairo, Egypt -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

15 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Human Resources, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Compensation, Compliance, Onboarding, Talent Development, HR Analytics, Employee Engagement, HR Operations, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills, Communication Skills, Arabic, English

Industry

Financial Services

Description

Job purpose: The People and Culture Country specialist supports the HR Manager in driving the People & Culture agenda in Egypt. This role acts as a deputy HR Manager, ensuring smooth day-to-day HR operations while actively contributing to key strategic HR initiatives such as employee engagement, performance management, compensation, and compliance. The position bridges the gap between transactional HR delivery and business partnership — supporting leaders and employees, and ensuring that local practices align with Allianz global standards and Egyptian labor law. What you do: 1. HR Business Partnership Act as the primary HR contact for managers and employees in daily people-related matters. Provide advisory support on employee relations, policies, and procedures. Partner with the HR Manager to support business needs and organizational priorities. Participate in workforce planning, organizational changes, and headcount reviews. Act as deputy to the HR Country Lead when required and ensure business continuity 2. Employee Relations & Compliance Manage employee relations cases (disciplinary, grievance, and performance issues) in coordination with the HR Manager. Ensure full compliance with Egyptian labor law and Allianz policies. Prepare and review employment contracts, warning letters, and HR documentation. Liaise with labor offices, social insurance, and government authorities when required. 3. Onboarding & Talent Development Lead onboarding and orientation processes to ensure a positive employee experience. Collaborate with regional Learning CoE to deploy global and local learning initiatives. 4. Performance, Rewards & HR Analytics Support the annual performance management cycle (goal setting, reviews, calibration). Prepare compensation data and participate in salary review and market benchmarking exercises. Generate and analyze HR dashboards (turnover, headcount, absenteeism, etc.) to support management decisions. 5. Employee Engagement & Culture Coordinate employee engagement programs (AES action plans, recognition programs, wellness initiatives). Promote Allianz’s People & Culture values and contribute to internal communication campaigns. Partner with managers to maintain a positive and inclusive work environment. 6. HR Operations & Projects Oversee HR operations (attendance, benefits, medical insurance, payroll validation). Ensure accuracy and integrity of employee data in HR systems (e.g., SuccessFactors). Support HR audits and process improvement projects. What you bring : Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field. 6–8 years of progressive HR experience, ideally within a multinational environment. Solid knowledge of Egyptian labor law and government processes. Experience in employee relations, recruitment, and HR operations. Strong interpersonal and communication skills in English and Arabic. High level of professionalism, confidentiality, and problem-solving ability. We are there to empower and encourage you with your personal and professional development ensuring that you take control by offering a large variety of courses and targeted development programs. All that in a global environment where international mobility and career progression are encouraged. Caring for your health and wellbeing is key priority for us. This is why we build Work Well programs to providing you with peace of mind and give the flexibility in planning and arranging for a better work-life balance What we offer We are there to empower and encourage you with your personal and professional development ensuring that you take control by offering a large variety of courses and targeted development programs. All that in a global environment where international mobility and career progression are encouraged. Caring for your health and wellbeing is key priority for us. This is why we build Work Well programs to providing you with peace of mind and give the flexibility in planning and arranging for a better work-life balance At Allianz Partners, AI is revolutionizing customer service and claims management through innovative solutions. These AI-driven tools enhance productivity by streamlining complex claims processes, reducing administrative burdens, and accelerating resolution times. Our AI-powered technology has made claims processing faster, offering quicker resolutions. All while ensuring human oversight for claims to maintain service integrity. By embracing AI and Emerging Technologies, Allianz Partners continues to lead the industry, meeting ever-changing customer needs with innovative solutions. Our commitment to Ethical AI practices safeguards data integrity and trust, ensuring responsible deployment across all operations. This approach not only enhances customer experiences but also supports strategic initiatives like fraud detection and personalized product offerings, solidifying Allianz Partners' position as a leader in the insurance sector. 85335 | Human Resources | Professional | Non-Executive | Allianz Partners | Full-Time | Permanent Allianz Group is one of the most trusted insurance and asset management companies in the world. Caring for our employees, their ambitions, dreams and challenges, is what makes us a unique employer. Together we can build an environment where everyone feels empowered and has the confidence to explore, to grow and to shape a better future for our customers and the world around us. At Allianz, we stand for unity: we believe that a united world is a more prosperous world, and we are dedicated to consistently advocating for equal opportunities for all. And the foundation for this is our inclusive workplace, where people and performance both matter, and nurtures a culture grounded in integrity, fairness, inclusion and trust. We therefore welcome applications regardless of ethnicity or cultural background, age, gender, nationality, religion, social class, disability or sexual orientation, or any other characteristics protected under applicable local laws and regulations. Great to have you on board. Let's care for tomorrow.

Responsibilities

The People and Culture Country Specialist supports the HR Manager in driving the People & Culture agenda in Egypt, ensuring smooth HR operations and contributing to strategic HR initiatives. This role acts as a deputy HR Manager, bridging transactional HR delivery and business partnership.