Director - HR

Valkyrie People Consulting; Dubai; On-site; AED 300,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established telecom infrastructure company seeks a strategic Director of Human Resources in Dubai. This leadership position requires over 15 years of HR experience, focusing on driving people strategies across diverse business environments. The role involves overseeing HR functions, fostering a positive employee culture, and ensuring compliance with local labor laws. The ideal candidate will possess a strong business acumen and a proven track record in managing HR in multi-country contexts.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive HR experience, including 5+ years in senior leadership.
• Experience in telecom, engineering, or infrastructure preferred.
• Proven track record in multi-country HR management is vital.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HR strategy and operations across various geographies.
• Manage key HR functions including talent acquisition and organizational development.
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic Thinking

Talent Acquisition

Diversity and Inclusion

Employee Relations

HR Governance

Education

MBA or PGDM in HR

Job description

Position: Director – Human Resources

Location: Dubai, UAE

Industry: Telecom Infrastructure / Digital Connectivity / Engineering Services

Experience: 15+ years

Employment Type: Full-time | On-site

Function: HR Leadership | Regional/Global Role

About the Role

Valkyrie People Consulting is currently partnering with a leading telecom infrastructure company to identify a seasoned and strategic Director – Human Resources, based in Dubai. This is a critical leadership mandate for a dynamic HR professional with extensive experience in driving people strategy across engineering, infrastructure, or telecom-centric businesses in a fast-paced, multicultural environment.

The role will be responsible for overseeing the entire HR function across the Middle East and other key global markets, supporting rapid growth, operational scale-up, and workforce transformation.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the HR strategy and operations across geographies, aligning talent priorities with overall business goals
• Manage key HR functions including talent acquisition, organizational development, employee relations, rewards & benefits, and policy governance
• Build and scale people processes to support large-scale infrastructure projects and field-based technical teams
• Partner closely with business leadership to drive workforce planning, performance management, leadership development, and succession planning
• Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion across all levels of the organization
• Ensure adherence to labor laws and HR compliance across multiple jurisdictions
• Leverage HR technology and analytics for smarter, data-driven decision-making
• Develop and lead initiatives to enhance employee experience, retention, and cultural integration across regions

Candidate Profile

• 15+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role
• Experience in telecom, engineering, infrastructure, or project-based industries is highly preferred
• Proven track record of managing HR across multi-country or regional environments, ideally within the Middle East
• Strong business partnership mindset, with the ability to influence C-suite and operational leadership
• Deep understanding of employment law and HR governance in the UAE and GCC
• MBA or PGDM in HR from a reputed institution preferred