14 Performance Management jobs in Abu Dhabi

• Assist in the preparation of business reports that provide insights into key performance data, contributing to operational decision-making and strategy.
• Collect and consolidate data from various sources such as databases, spreadsheets, and internal systems to ensure accurate and timely performance reporting.
• Develop and update dashboards that allow stakeholders to visualize important performance metrics and trends.
• Ensure data accuracy by validating and organizing information from multiple sources before analysis.
• Support the identification of performance trends and potential areas for improvement by analyzing data and generating insights.
• Work closely with the senior team to ensure that reports meet the needs of stakeholders and align with organizational goals.
• Assist in automating data collection and reporting processes to reduce manual input and improve efficiency.
• Participate in efforts to forecast performance based on current data, helping the team provide strategic insights to senior leadership.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives by providing feedback on current reporting processes and suggesting potential enhancements.
• Collaborate with the team to produce reports and presentations for senior management, summarizing key findings and actionable recommendations.

• Bachelor's degree in Economics, Business Administration, Engineering or equivalent

Up to 3 years of relevant working experience

We are seeking an exceptional leader to spearhead the development and implementation of a performance management framework across the organization.

• Design and implement a company-wide performance management system based on objectives, key results, and competency models.
• Develop and maintain a performance heatmap to identify high-potential, high-performing, and underperforming individuals.
• Collaborate with leadership to define success profiles for key roles, including engineering, product, and operations.
• Create structured, transparent feedback and review cycles (e.g. 360° reviews, calibration sessions).
• Support organizational design efforts by identifying skills gaps and advising on team structure, scaling, and role clarity.
• Analyze and present performance trends using dashboards or people analytics tools.

• Provide coaching and training to managers on setting clear performance expectations and delivering effective feedback.

• Proven experience in HR or People Operations, with a strong focus on performance management frameworks.
• Able to build performance systems from scratch in mid-sized or fast-scaling organizations.
• Strong understanding of OKRs, KPIs, competency models, 9-box grids, and bonus design strategies.
• Hands-on and proactive, able to implement frameworks, train stakeholders, and iterate based on feedback.
• Analytical and systems-oriented, comfortable with HR tools, data dashboards, and performance tracking software.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, able to work cross-functionally and influence leadership.

• Not afraid to dive deep into unfamiliar processes and ask insightful questions.
• Can translate strategic goals into measurable metrics.
• Prioritizes achieving concrete results over strict adherence to methodology.
• Understands the true value lies not in the system itself, but in how effectively it is utilized.

This is a chance to join a forward-thinking international technology organization that values growth, self-realization, and flexibility. You will have opportunities to contribute your expertise and develop professionally in a dynamic environment.

Performance Management Senior Specialist role at Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi).

Implement effective Performance Management process that helps to establish and support the link between strategic business objectives and employee day-to-day actions and tasks.

• Develop Performance Management program and provide advice and recommendations to DCT Senior Management and employees.
• Align DCT organizational objectives with the employee agreed measures, skills, competency requirements, development plans and the delivery of results.
• Implement Goal setting methodology and process and coach the senior management on setting the goals at the beginning of each fiscal year.
• Cascade goal process integrates goal-setting activities at individual organizational levels to define specific objectives for the employees.
• Support in designing and developing standards for competency assessment for recruitment, development and promotions of employees.
• Implement competency framework system across DCT and train Managers to carry out competency assessment to determine employee development requirements.
• Analyse the Performance Management results and benchmark against the competency framework to support the individual development plan in coordination with the Learning and Development Unit.
• Coordinate with the Learning and Development Unit in developing training plans, identifying educational opportunities for employee development.
• Support change management initiatives by conducting readiness assessments, job-impact analysis, and skill and capability assessments.
• Develop knowledge sharing processes and programs that encourage learning and collaboration.
• Prepare, analyse and submit the PMS reports.
• Monitor and track performance against targets and KPIs through collecting and analyzing performance data using standard analytical and statistical techniques, to observe trends, draw conclusions and report variances and recommend appropriate resolution plans to the sectors/divisions.
• Participate in the development and implementation of a tracking and reporting system to report against progress in a regular and effective manner and propose appropriate corrective measures.
• Conduct research activities and provide recommendations to participate in the development or improvement of DCT's performance management system, methodology, processes and tools.

• Carry out any other duties and responsibilities related to the role at the request of the direct manager
• Follow all relevant departmental policies, processes, standard operating procedures, and instructions so that work is carried out in a controlled and consistent manner.
• Demonstrate compliance to organization's values and ethics at all times to support the establishment of a value drive culture within the organization.
• Contribute to the identification of opportunities for continuous improvement and sustainability of systems, processes and practices considering global standards, productivity improvement and cost reduction.

• Bachelor's degree (Master Preferred) in Human Resources Management, Organizational Psychology or any other degree within relevant industry.
• Professional certification in human resources is preferred.
• 3 to 5 years of experience in Succession Planning or any other experience within similar role or industry

• Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills
• Skilled in MS Office (PowerPoint, Word and Excel).
• Knowledge and functional understanding of the tourism industry, regionally and globally.
• High level of competency in relevant software applications.
• Self-motivated with a proven ability to complete work in a timely manner.
• Ability to quickly integrate with existing business software tools and knowledge of other relevant industry software.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills - including appropriate stakeholder alignment.
• Evidence of creating, implementing, and managing policies and procedures.
• Ability to multi-task and to prioritize work effectively.
• Ability to work under own direction and high degree of initiative.
• Knowledge in HR Performance Management leading practices.
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of Performance Management techniques.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Consulting, Information Technology, and Sales

• Government Relations Services

This senior-level position will oversee the development and implementation of corporate performance frameworks, ensuring alignment with Abu Dhabi's strategic goals. The Director will engage with senior stakeholders, including executive leadership and parent entities, to embed a culture of performance excellence.

• Design and lead corporate performance management frameworks.
• Ensure strategic alignment across departments and initiatives.
• Collaborate with senior government stakeholders to drive performance outcomes.
• Monitor KPIs and deliver actionable insights to executive leadership.
• Oversee performance reporting and continuous improvement efforts.
• Benchmark performance against global best practices.
• Support strategic planning and policy development through performance data.

UAE National with a minimum of 10 years未 relevant professional experience.

Proven expertise in Corporate Performance Management.

Strong stakeholder management skills, particularly with senior government figures.

Background in government, semi-government, or consulting environments.

Consulting experience is desirable.

• High-profile leadership role with strategic influence.
• Opportunity to work closely with Abu Dhabi's top decision-makers.
• Mission-driven environment focused on excellence and innovation.
• Competitive remuneration and career development opportunities.

corpoate performance

We are currently recruiting a Manager / Senior Manager Consultant in Enterprise Performance Management specializing in Hyperion Implementation within the Finance Consultancy practice. Our client is one of the leading Audit & Assurance Consultancy firms and is one of the Big 4.

Our client's finance consulting practice provides a range of services to the Finance functions within large organizations focusing on the CFO's agenda. The key services include Operational finance improvement, Corporate Performance Management, Treasury effectiveness and Finance function shared services.

Enterprise Performance Management Systems implementation is one of their key competency areas providing EPM management systems design, implementation and change support to industry leading clients across a range of topics EPM functions such as Consolidation, Financial Reporting, budgeting & forecasting and financial analytics.

Our client is recruiting individuals with deep EPM system design and implementation skills and experience specifically in the Oracle Hyperion tool sets to focus on delivering finance transformation projects as part of a Senior of the team. The right candidate should have extensive experience of leading major EPM Hyperion Projects, managing teams and closely interacting with clients up to CFO level.

The Senior Manager will be a part of a highly skilled specialist team of finance change professionals while at the same time, be encouraged to initiate and develop new ideas. Our client has an excellent track record of delivering high quality work to major international clients and has ambitious growth plans for the next few years.

The Senior Manager will report to a Director / Partner, and work as a Senior member of the team and be expected to lead engagements and teams. The team sizes will vary depending on the client / Project.

We expect all interested applicants to have considerable experience in leading performance management programs using Hyperion, preferably within a major blue chip or consulting environment. The right candidate will have been supporting decision making at a senior level, and should have to demonstrate a track record of implementation success, achieve savings and overcoming various challenges. Candidates with some relevant industry experience is essential, and would be at an advantage compared to the rest.

We are seeking an expert in SAP Profitability and Performance Management (PaPM) to lead the implementation and optimization of our client's Route Profitability reports. This Technical Consultant role requires in-depth knowledge of SAP PaPM, enabling the design, implementation, and fine-tuning of profitability models and analytics within the SAP S/4HANA environment.

The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in SAP PaPM, including creating profitability models, configuring data models, handling complex profitability calculations, and ensuring integration with the broader SAP S/4HANA landscape.

• Lead the end-to-end implementation and configuration of SAP PaPM for Route Profitability, focusing on profitability and performance management.
• Design and configure SAP PaPM models to calculate and analyze profitability data for airline routes, ensuring data accuracy and actionability.
• Ensure SAP PaPM models are tailored to meet the client's specific needs, integrating data from operational, financial, and performance sources.
• Create and configure SAP PaPM data flows and integrations to facilitate efficient data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL).

• SAP PaPM Implementation & Configuration: In-depth knowledge of SAP PaPM, including creating profitability models, configuring data models, handling complex profitability calculations, and ensuring integration with the broader SAP S/4HANA landscape.
• Data Integration and Modelling: Experience working with SAP data integration teams to design and implement robust data models for SAP PaPM.
• SAP PaPM Customization & Optimization: Ability to customize SAP PaPM models to align with the client's business structure, including allocation rules, cost drivers, and profit center models.

We are a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, technology, and engineering services. We are committed to delivering high-quality solutions that meet our clients' needs.

The Senior Risk Management Leader will oversee the design and execution of the company's financial risk frameworks, ensuring resilience across interest rate, FX, credit, and liquidity risks.

This senior role combines strategic oversight with hands-on delivery, engaging with both internal stakeholders and external financial partners to drive best-in-class practices.

• Develop and embed risk management frameworks, policies, and analytical tools across the group.
• Anticipate and mitigate exposures through effective market monitoring and derivative solutions.
• Provide commercial insights to enhance capital efficiency, optimize investment decisions, and support growth initiatives.
• Build and manage strong banking and advisory relationships to ensure flexible, competitive access to global funding markets.
• Lead initiatives to manage liquidity and optimize cash returns while safeguarding capital.
• Partner with corporate finance on capital structuring and credit rating considerations.
• Deliver clear risk reporting and actionable insights to senior executives and the Board.
• Drive the adoption of modern treasury systems and best practices.

Candidate Requirements

• 10+ years' experience in financial risk management within a corporate treasury or multinational environment.
• Expertise in managing FX, interest rate, and liquidity risks, with proven experience in structuring derivatives.
• Strong analytical ability with the gravitas to engage senior stakeholders and external institutions.
• Track record of leadership and cross-functional collaboration.
• Degree in finance, economics, or related discipline; CFA/FRM desirable.
• Fluent in Python, C++ or other coding languages is desirable.

Benefits

Our organization offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth and development.

We are committed to working in collaboration with forward-thinking businesses to deliver high-performing, sustainable recruitment solutions.

NEW JOB: WE'RE HIRING

Our client, a leading IT & Security provider, is looking to speak with Talent Management specialists considering a move. This role is crucial for implementing and managing talent acquisition, development, and retention programs within the organization.

1. Manage the full recruitment life cycle including job posting, sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
2. Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and develop job descriptions.
3. Utilize various recruitment channels to attract a diverse pool of qualified candidates.
4. Conduct interviews and make recommendations for candidate selection.

1. Administer the performance appraisal process, providing guidance to managers and employees.
2. Assist in setting performance objectives and performance improvement plans.
3. Track and report on performance metrics.
4. Provide coaching and support to employees to enhance their performance.

1. Support the development of learning and development programs.
2. Identify training needs and coordinate training initiatives.
3. Assist with succession planning efforts to identify and groom high-potential employees.

1. Collaborate with HR and management to develop and implement strategies to improve employee engagement.
2. Assist in conducting employee surveys and feedback initiatives.
3. Promote a positive workplace culture and employee well-being.

1. Gather and analyze data related to talent management and employee performance.
2. Utilize HR software and analytics tools to track and report on key HR metrics.

For more information, please apply here or contact Judy Mark.

Required Experience: Unclear Seniority