Head of HR, Consulting Firm for Business Transformation, Growth support, and sustainable succes[...]

DIKTUCOM; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UAE is seeking a seasoned Head of HR to lead and transform HR practices, aligning with the organization's strategic goals. The candidate will develop HR strategies, optimize policies, and foster an inclusive culture while collaborating closely with senior leadership. The ideal applicant will have extensive HR experience in management consulting and a proven ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. This is a full-time position based in Abu Dhabi with an immediate start date.

Qualifications

• 12 years of progressive HR experience including 5 years in senior HR Director/VP leadership roles.
• Strong preference for candidates with backgrounds at top-tier management consulting firms.
• Experience in UAE or broader GCC markets is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategy aligned with the firm’s objectives.
• Refine and optimize HR policies processes and systems across various HR functions.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive working environment that values diversity.

Skills

HR strategy development

Stakeholder management

Data-driven decision-making

Talent pipeline building

Collaborative leadership

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related fields

Job description

• Client > Consulting Firm operating in GCC

• Ideal Candidate > The Company is seeking a seasoned Head of HR with a proven track record in high-performance environments ideally within leading Management Consulting Firms. This role requires a strategic and operational leader who can scale HR practices build robust talent pipelines and foster a culture of excellence. The Head of HR will act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership while ensuring operational discipline and a best‑in‑class employee experience across the organizationary

• Tasks and Responsibilities > Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategy aligned with the firm’s objectives supporting growth organizational design and talent pipeline building; Apply data‑driven insights to shape workforce planning strengthen succession pipelines and advance organizational development; Refine and optimize HR policies processes and systems across recruitment performance management training & development compensation & rewards and employee relations; Ensure strong HR Systems governance reporting integrity and adherence to local regulations; Lead and develop the HR team setting functional goals and ensuring high standards of execution; Foster a collaborative and inclusive working environment that values diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds; Oversee the development of HR dashboards and analytics to monitor KPIs such as turnover recruitment costs and productivity; Partner with business units and practice leaders to identify workforce challenges and deliver HR solutions tailored to their needs; Design and implement leadership development frameworks that equip future leaders with the skills to thrive in high‑performance environments; Oversee the development of High-Potential Employees: Implement tailored development plans including stretch assignments mentorship coaching and leadership programs to prepare future leaders

• Required qualifications > 1) You are someone who thrives in fast‑paced environments and you’re excited by the challenge of building clarity structure and scalability in growing organizations 2) You’ve led HR in complex environments balancing strategy with hands‑on execution 3) You’re calm under pressure pragmatic and highly collaborative with the credibility to influence senior stakeholders and the operational skillset to make things happen 4) Bachelor’s degree or higher in Human Resources Business Administration Psychology or related fields 5) 12 years of progressive HR experience including 5 years in senior HR Director/VP leadership roles 6) Strong preference for candidates with backgrounds at top-tier management consulting firms 7) Experience in UAE or broader GCC markets is highly desirable 8) Fluent in English

• Workload/Location Full time Abu Dhabi no travel required

• Start-date Immediate need the Candidate needs to give availability within 15-20 days after Engagement Confirmation Letter

• Period of engagement either Temporary or Permanent position available

• Rate able to attract qualified candidates