Head HR

Job Summary

The Head HR will play a pivotal role in shaping the HR strategy as the organization enters its next phase of expansion. This role requires a strategic yet hands-on HR leader capable of building a high-performance culture, enhancing leadership capability, and scaling effective people practices tailored to a fast-growing technology business.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with founders and business leaders on organizational strategy and workforce planning.
• Develop and scale HR processes, policies, and frameworks to align with business growth.
• Oversee leadership hiring and succession planning across critical organizational functions.
• Enhance performance management frameworks and foster a high-accountability culture.
• Spearhead initiatives related to employee engagement, retention, and leadership development.
• Design compensation, rewards, and capability-building structures that are scalable.
• Establish robust HR operations and ensure compliance practices.
• Assist in organizational design and change management during growth phases.
• Drive the company's global expansion and talent strategy initiatives.

Qualifications

• Experience: 14 – 18 years of HR leadership experience.
• Industry Exposure: Strong background in SaaS, cybersecurity, telecom, or deep-tech sectors is preferred.
• Leadership: Proven track record of partnering with founders and senior leadership teams.
• Organizational Skills: Strong understanding of organizational scaling and culture building.
• Execution: Ability to balance strategic thinking with execution excellence.
• Communication Skills: Strong communication, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities.
• Team Building: Experience in constructing teams in innovation-led or technology-first environments.

Preferred Skills

• An entrepreneurial mindset with high ownership and execution orientation.
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity and fast-paced environments.
• A strong business understanding coupled with a people-first philosophy.
• Passion for developing organizations from scale-up to maturity stages.

Experience

Candidates should have 14 – 18 years of relevant HR leadership experience, ideally in startup or high-growth environments.