HR Director

Madfish; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An international iGaming company is seeking an experienced HR Director to lead the development of scalable HR processes and act as a strategic partner to the leadership team. You'll build the HR function from scratch, implement systems, and oversee recruitment, ensuring a positive employee experience and driving internal communications. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of HR experience in a mid-sized, fast-growing company. Competitive compensation package offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in HRM/HRD roles, preferably in companies with 100–300+ employees.
• Experience building HR processes in fast-scaling environments.
• Hands-on experience with implementing HR systems and digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Build the full HR function from scratch: define structure, workflows, and metrics.
• Implement HR systems and tools.
• Set up onboarding, performance management, and employee development frameworks.

Skills

HR Management

Strategic Thinking

Emotional Intelligence

Communication Skills

Collaboration

Job description

We are an international iGaming company that has been developing successful online entertainment brands. Over the past few years, we have significantly scaled, entered new markets, and built a strong cross-functional team.

We are seeking an experienced HR Director with a proven track record in designing and implementing HR infrastructure for mid-sized, fast-growing companies. You will lead the development of scalable HR processes, drive culture and engagement, and act as a strategic partner to the leadership team.

Key Responsibilities

• Build the full HR function from scratch: define structure, workflows, and metrics
• Implement HR systems and tools (HRIS, automation, etc.)
• Develop and document policies, procedures, and job descriptions
• Set up onboarding, performance management, and employee development frameworks
• Partner with team leads to map out and optimize business processes
• Drive internal communications, employer branding, and company rituals
• Oversee and expand the recruitment function (currently 2 recruiters)
• Serve as a business partner to leadership and contribute to strategic planning

What We Expect

Hard skills

• 5+ years in HRM/HRD roles, preferably in companies with 100–300+ employees
• Experience building HR processes in fast-scaling environments
• Solid understanding of the full employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, L&D, performance, retention
• Hands‑on experience with implementing HR systems and digital tools
• Background in iGaming is a strong plus, but not mandatory

Soft skills

• Strategic thinking combined with operational flexibility
• Strong emotional intelligence and communication skills
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity and drive clarity
• Collaborative mindset and hands‑on leadership style