Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)

Role Description The Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) is a part-time, hybrid role based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with the flexibility to work remotely for part of the schedule. The CHRO will lead the overall HR strategy, aligning people initiatives with business goals and ensuring compliance with applicable labor laws and regulations. Day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing HR policies and frameworks, guiding talent management programs, and driving performance management processes. The role involves managing employee relations, coaching leaders on people-related matters, and promoting an inclusive and engaging workplace culture. The CHRO will collaborate with senior leadership to plan workforce needs, oversee compensation and benefits strategies, and support organizational development and change initiatives. Qualifications • Strong foundation in Human Resources (HR) and HR Policies, with experience designing and implementing compliant, equitable HR frameworks. • Demonstrated experience in Employee Relations, including conflict resolution, employee engagement, and fostering a respectful workplace. • Expertise in Talent Management and Performance Management, including succession planning, development programs, and evaluation processes. • Proven track record in a senior HR leadership role, ideally at the CHRO or equivalent executive level. • Knowledge of UAE labor laws and regional HR practices, with the ability to apply them in a hybrid work environment. • Strong strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills, with the ability to influence at executive and board levels. • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and cultures. • Relevant academic background, such as a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; professional HR certifications are an advantage.

Strong foundation in Human Resources (HR) and HR Policies, with experience designing and implementing compliant, equitable HR frameworks. Demonstrated experience in Employee Relations, including conflict resolution, employee engagement, and fostering a respectful workplace. Expertise in Talent Management and Performance Management, including succession planning, development programs, and evaluation processes. Proven track record in a senior HR leadership role, ideally at the CHRO or equivalent executive level. Knowledge of UAE labor laws and regional HR practices, with the ability to apply them in a hybrid work environment. Strong strategic thinking, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills, with the ability to influence at executive and board levels. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse teams and cultures. Relevant academic background, such as a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; professional HR certifications are an advantage.

The CHRO will lead the overall HR strategy, aligning people initiatives with business goals and ensuring compliance with applicable labor laws and regulations. Day-to-day responsibilities include overseeing HR policies and frameworks, guiding talent management programs, and driving performance management processes. The role involves managing employee relations, coaching leaders on people-related matters, and promoting an inclusive and engaging workplace culture. The CHRO will collaborate with senior leadership to plan workforce needs, oversee compensation and benefits strategies, and support organizational development and change initiatives.