Chief Human Resources Officer

IMPETUS EXECUTIVE; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company headquartered in Dubai is seeking a Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to drive the global HR function. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of HR leadership experience with a focus on Türkiye and strong fluency in Turkish and English. The role encompasses strategic HR leadership, talent acquisition, and fostering employee engagement across diverse markets.

Benefits

Competitive executive-level package

Performance-based bonus

Long-term incentive / equity options

Qualifications

• Minimum 10+ years in HR leadership roles.
• At least 5 years at the senior executive level.
• Strong working experience in Türkiye.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the global HR strategy.
• Lead organizational structuring and change management.
• Build talent pipelines in Türkiye, MENA, Europe, and CIS markets.
• Champion company values and foster high employee engagement.
• Design competitive reward structures.
• Establish leadership programs and career development frameworks.
• Ensure HR policies meet local labor laws.
• Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board.

Skills

HR leadership

Fluency in Turkish

Fluency in English

People management

Cultural adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

MBA or HR certifications (CIPD/SHRM)

Job description

Company Overview

Our Client is a prominent international B2B fintech company renowned for its transformative collaborations with banks, fintechs, telecom operators, transportation authorities, and non-financial institutions. Headquartered in Dubai, with strong roots in Türkiye, MENA, Europe and the CIS, they have redefined payments and financial services ecosystems through cutting-edge platforms and strategic partnerships.

Position Summary

We are seeking a seasoned and strategic Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to lead the HR function globally from Dubai while directly overseeing our Türkiye operations. The CHRO will serve as a key member of the executive leadership team, driving organizational design, talent management, culture, and people strategy to support rapid international growth.

The ideal candidate must possess deep HR leadership experience across Türkiye and international markets, be fluent in Turkish and English, and demonstrate a strong track record of leading high-performing HR organizations in dynamic, growth-oriented companies (preferably in fintech, technology, or financial services).

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Leadership: Define and execute the global HR strategy aligned with company business objectives and growth roadmap.
• Organizational Design & Development: Lead organizational structuring and change management to support scaling across geographies.
• Talent Acquisition & Retention: Build talent pipelines in Türkiye, MENA, Europe and CIS markets to attract and retain top talent.
• Culture & Engagement: Champion company values, strengthen its people-first culture, and foster high employee engagement across diverse teams.
• Compensation & Benefits: Design competitive reward structures to attract and retain top talent while ensuring compliance across jurisdictions.
• Learning & Development: Establish leadership programs, training, and career development frameworks for continuous learning.
• Governance & Compliance: Ensure HR policies meet local labor laws in Dubai, Türkiye, and other jurisdictions.
• Executive Advisory: Act as a trusted advisor to the CEO and Board on people and culture matters, succession planning, and workforce strategy.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 10+ years in HR leadership roles, with at least 5 years at the senior executive level.
• Türkiye Experience: Must have strong working experience in Türkiye, including labor laws, HR operations, and organizational development.
• Languages: Fluency in Turkish and English required.
• Industry Exposure: Proven HR leadership in fintech, financial services, or technology companies preferred.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. MBA or HR certifications (CIPD/SHRM) are strong pluses.
• Leadership Skills: Strong people management, cultural adaptability, and ability to scale HR systems in fast-growth environments.

Compensation

• Competitive executive-level package
• Performance-based bonus
• Long-term incentive / equity options