Job Description: Human Resources Director (HRD)
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced Human Resources Director (HRD) to lead HR strategy and operations across a group-level technology organization. This role will drive organizational effectiveness, establish scalable HR policies and frameworks, and ensure alignment between people strategy and business objectives.
The ideal candidate is a HR leader with solid experience in a corporate or group environment, a proven track record of managing regional or country-level HR teams, and the ability to partner with senior leadership to drive business growth and organizational transformation.
Responsibilities
A. HR Strategy & Organizational Development
Develop and execute group-wide HR strategies aligned with business objectives and long-term growth plans.
Lead organizational design, workforce planning, and talent strategy to support business expansion.
Establish standardized HR frameworks, policies, and procedures across business units and countries while maintaining flexibility for local requirements.
Drive organizational effectiveness, performance management, leadership development, and succession planning.
B. Regional HR Leadership & Management
Lead and manage Regional/Country
HR Managers, ensuring consistent HR practices and effective execution across locations.
Set HR priorities, performance expectations, and operating standards for local HR teams.
Provide strategic guidance and support to local HR leaders on complex people matters and organizational challenges.
Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across regional HR teams to improve operational efficiency and employee experience.
C. HR Policies, Systems & Governance
Build, review, and continuously improve group-level HR policies, processes, and governance frameworks.
Ensure HR policies are scalable, practical, and aligned with business needs and applicable local labor regulations.
Establish clear HR guidelines covering recruitment, compensation and benefits, performance management, employee relations, and employee development.
Drive HR process standardization and the effective use of HR systems and people analytics to support decision-making.
D. Stakeholder Management & Business Partnership
Partner closely with the Board of Directors, CEO, and senior management to translate business priorities into people strategies.
Advise
business leaders on organizational structure, workforce strategy, leadership effectiveness, and employee-related risks.
Influence senior stakeholders and drive alignment on HR policies, organizational changes, and people-related decisions.
Balance business objectives with employee engagement, organizational culture, and long-term talent sustainability.
E. Talent & Performance Management
Oversee talent acquisition strategy, talent development, retention, and succession planning for critical roles.
Establish effective performance management frameworks that drive accountability and business results.
Develop leadership capabilities and strengthen the organization's talent pipeline.
Monitor key HR metrics and provide data-driven recommendations to improve organizational performance.
3. Requirements
Required relocation: VN/Romania/South Africa.
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field. A relevant postgraduate qualification is an advantage.
Proven experience in a senior HR leadership role, preferably as an HR Director, Head of HR, or equivalent.
Experience working in a corporate or group-level organization with approximately 300-500 employees.
Demonstrated experience managing Regional/Country HR Managers or leading HR teams across multiple countries or business units.
Strong track record in developing and implementing group-wide HR policies, frameworks, and governance structures.
Solid understanding of organizational design, workforce planning, performance management, and talent development.
Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience partnering directly with the Board, CEO, and senior business leaders.