Head of HR

Head of HR
The Head of HR will act as a strategic partner to the leadership team, driving initiatives that align with Ezra’s business objectives and fostering a culture of high performance. This individual will lead and execute the company’s people strategy, focusing on talent management, organizational design, employee engagement, and operational excellence.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Partner with the leadership team to develop and execute a forward-looking HR strategy that supports Ezra’s business objectives.
• Provide strategic guidance on organizational design, workforce planning, and change management initiatives.
• Drive a culture of accountability, and innovation across the organisation.

Talent Management

• Lead efforts to attract, develop, and retain top talent, ensuring a robust pipeline for critical roles.
• Oversee performance management processes, including leadership development and succession planning.
• Implement programs to enhance employee engagement and retention, ensuring Ezra remains an employer of choice.

Employee Relations and Compliance

• Serve as a trusted advisor on employee relations matters, fostering a positive and transparent work environment.
• Ensure compliance with all local labour laws and regulations, as well as internal policies and procedures.

Operational Excellence

• Lead HR operations, including compensation and benefits, HR systems, and data-driven decision-making.
• Manage HR metrics and reporting to provide insights into workforce trends and opportunities.
• Partner with Finance to align workforce planning and budgeting with organisational goals.

HR Leadership

• Act as a mentor and coach to the leadership team, fostering their growth and development.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including employees, managers, and external partners.
• Continuously assess and refine HR processes to ensure efficiency and scalability.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership or senior HRBP role.
• Proven experience working across multiple jurisdictions, with a strong understanding of regional HR practices and compliance requirements.
• Experience in organisational design, talent management, and change management.
• Familiarity with HR systems and tools for data analytics and decision-making.

Core Competencies:

• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business needs into HR initiatives.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to influence and build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Proactive, solution-oriented approach to problem-solving.
• High level of integrity and discretion.