People & Culture Director

Overview

1. Strategic Leadership & Organizational Culture

• Develop and execute a people strategy that aligns with the long-term business goals.
• Act as a guardian of company values, ensuring they are integrated into every stage of the employee lifecycle.
• Lead initiatives to improve employee engagement, morale, and retention through data-driven insights.

2. Talent Management & Acquisition

• Oversee a robust recruitment strategy to attract diverse and high-caliber talent in a competitive market.
• Design and implement comprehensive onboarding programs that accelerate "time-to-productivity" for new hires.
• Manage succession planning and identify high-potential employees for future leadership roles.

3. Learning & Development (L&D)

• Establish a culture of continuous learning by implementing training modules and career development pathways.
• Coach and mentor senior leadership on team management and effective communication.

4. Performance & Total Rewards

• Modernize the performance management system, moving from annual reviews to continuous feedback loops.
• Oversee compensation and benefits structures to ensure they remain competitive, equitable, and transparent.

5. Operations & Compliance

• Ensure all HR policies and practices comply with local labor laws and international best practices.
• Optimize HR technology (HRIS) to streamline payroll, attendance, and employee data management.
• Manage the People & Culture budget effectively to maximize ROI on employee initiatives.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• **Experience:** 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior leadership or Director-level role.
• **Education:** Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field. (Masters or SHRM/CIPD certification preferred).
• **Strategic Thinking:** Proven ability to link HR initiatives directly to business revenue and growth.
• **Emotional Intelligence:** Exceptional interpersonal and conflict-resolution skills.
• **Tech Savvy:** Familiarity with modern HRIS platforms, ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems), and data analytics tools.
• **Adaptability:** Experience managing teams through organizational change or rapid scaling.
• Pay: QAR135.00 - QAR315.00 per hour