Director of People

Seez App Services Ltd; Dubai; Híbrido; AED 400.000 - 700.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

25 days annual leave

Flexible remote work

Open door policy to CEO

Wellness coaching sessions

Annual wellness budget

Annual learning budget

Team events and vibrant remote culture

Descripción de la vacante

Seez App Services Ltd in Dubai is seeking a Director of People who combines strategic thinking with hands-on execution to own the People function from talent attraction to development and culture. You will advise leadership on organizational strategy, recruit top talent, navigate visas, and drive a thriving remote culture as Seez integrates with Pinewood AI.

The role demands high emotional intelligence, change leadership, and comfort navigating ambiguity while building a workplace where people

Formación

• 8+ years progressive People/HR experience in tech, SaaS, startups or high-growth environments.
• Strong generalist foundation across recruitment, People operations, talent management, and employee relations.
• Credibility to partner with senior leadership, influence decisions, and navigate complex people challenges.
• Experience guiding teams through organizational change, ambiguity, and evolving priorities.
• Solid expertise in compensation, benefits, performance management, and employment practices; UAE experience a strong advantage.

Conocimientos

Strategic thinking

Execution

Ownership

Change management

Emotional intelligence

Communication & adaptability

Influence through trust

AI curiosity

Team of one

Educación

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business/Organizational Psychology

Master's degree or CIPD/SHRM

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THE OPPORTUNITY

We re looking for a Director of People who combines strategic thinking strong business judgment and a genuine passion for people with the ability to roll up their sleeves and make things happen As our People team of one you ll have end-to-end ownership of the People function shaping everything from how we attract and develop talent to how we lead collaborate and grow as an organization strong This isn t a role for someone who wants to lead from the sidelines strong One day you ll be advising leadership on organizational strategy The next you ll be recruiting exceptional talent navigating a complex people challenge processing visas or making sure the office is stocked with coffee and the plants are thriving And yes sometimes all in the same day You ll also play a pivotal role in Seez s continued integration with Pinewood AI helping our people navigate change embrace new ways of working and thrive through organizational evolution We re looking for someone who sees the bigger picture but never loses sight of the details Someone who brings clarity to complexity turns ideas into action and understands that building a great workplace takes equal parts strategy execution and heart

YOU LL THRIVE IN THIS ROLE IF YOU RE SOMEONE GREAT-TO-HAVE

• strong You think strategically and execute relentlessly strong
• strong You connect people priorities to business outcomes but you re equally comfortable getting into the details and making things happen
• strong No task is beneath you and no challenge is too big to tackle
• strong You take ownership naturally
• strong You don t wait for direction or perfect conditions You anticipate needs make thoughtful decisions and take pride in delivering results You see gaps as opportunities to make things better
• strong You have exceptional emotional intelligence
• strong You understand people read the room and adapt effortlessly to different personalities communication styles and perspectives Whether you re engaging with a quiet thinker an outspoken leader or someone in between you know how to build trust and bring out the best in them
• strong You influence through trust not authority
• strong You re a credible approachable partner who knows when to listen when to challenge and how to navigate difficult conversations with empathy honesty and sound judgment
• strong You turn change into progress
• strong You re comfortable operating in ambiguity bringing structure to uncertainty and helping people navigate transitions with confidence You re adaptable resilient and know how to bring people along for the journey
• strong You work smarter not just harder
• strong You re curious about technology actively embrace AI and constantly look for ways to simplify automate and improve You recognize that being a team of one means finding creative ways to multiply your impact
• strong You bring the right energy
• strong You re grounded collaborative and genuinely enjoy working with people
• strong You have strong opinions an open mind and the humility to know you won t always have the answer
• strong You take your work seriously but never yourself too seriously

EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS

• strong Bachelor s degree in Human Resources Business Administration Organizational Psychology or a related field
• strong A master s degree or professional HR certification CIPD SHRM or equivalent is a strong advantage

• 25 days of paid annual leave plus public holidays
• Flexible remote work options
• Open door policy to CEO and all Leadership team
• One-on-one wellness coaching sessions because your well-being matters
• An annual wellness budget to fuel whatever keeps you balanced whether that s yoga hiking or visit to the museum
• An annual learning budget to power your growth be it a new course certification or skill you ve been eyeing
• Regular team events social calls the best company SWAG and a vibrant remote culture

8+ years of progressive People/HR experience, ideally within technology, SaaS, startups, or high-growth environments. A strong generalist foundation with proven hands-on experience across recruitment, People operations, talent management, and employee relations. The credibility and confidence to partner with senior leadership, influence decisions, and navigate complex people challenges. Experience guiding teams through organizational change, ambiguity, and evolving business priorities. Solid expertise in compensation, benefits, performance management, and employment practices, with UAE experience a strong advantage. Experience supporting internationally distributed teams and navigating diverse cultures, markets, and employment arrangements. Strong digital fluency and practical experience using AI, automation, and HR technology to improve how work gets done.