Human Resources Manager

GOLDLION; Islamabad; On-site; PKR 2,009,000 - 3,348,000; Full time

Job summary

GOLDLION is seeking an experienced and hands-on HR Manager to oversee all human resource operations in Pakistan. The role focuses on establishing local HR systems, managing day-to-day office activities, and leading recruitment, compensation & benefits, employee relations, and performance management.

The successful candidate will have deep knowledge of the Pakistani labor market, strong cross-cultural communication, and a track record of building effective HR processes in a multilingual,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above.
• Minimum 5 years of HR management experience in Pakistan.
• Fluent English (written and spoken) and Urdu language proficiency.
• Experience with Pakistani payroll, statutory benefits, and recruitment channels.

Responsibilities

• Establish local HR policies, SOPs, and employee handbooks aligned with market practice.
• Oversee payroll, benefits, onboarding, contracts, and offboarding.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment and local talent pipeline development.
• Act as liaison between local teams and HQ for alignment.

Skills

Organizational skills

Conflict resolution

Administrative management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

HR Manager - Pakistan - On site

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on HR Manager to oversee all human resource operations in Pakistan. This role is responsible for establishing and optimizing local HR systems, managing day-to-day office and workplace operations, and leading end-to-end HR functions, including recruitment, compensation & benefits, employee relations, and performance management. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the Pakistani labor market and proven capability in driving organizational effectiveness within a multi-cultural environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Infrastructure & Policy Setup

• System Building: Establish and refine local HR policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and employee handbooks in alignment with company strategy and local market practices.
• Workplace Management: Oversee local day-to-day workplace operations, administrative HR matters, and organizational discipline to maintain a professional, productive office culture.

2. Full-Spectrum HR Operations

• Talent Acquisition: Drive end-to-end recruitment efforts for key local positions; expand local recruitment channels and partner with agencies to build a reliable talent pipeline.
• Compensation & Benefits: Manage local payroll execution, tax withholdings, and statutory benefits (e.g., EOBI, PESSI, Gratuity, Provident Fund); review local market salary benchmarks to optimize compensation structures.
• Employee Relations: Handle employee onboarding, contracts, offboarding, grievances, and internal communications to ensure a positive and compliant workplace atmosphere.

3. Cross-Cultural & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Act as the key liaison between local Pakistani teams and HQ management, ensuring clear communication, alignment on business objectives, and effective management of cultural differences.

Job Requirements

1. Education & Professional Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or above
• Minimum 5 years of full-spectrum HR management experience in Pakistan.

2. Professional Competencies

• Familiarity with Pakistani recruitment channels, payroll processes, statutory benefits, and employee relations practices.
• Strong organizational, conflict-resolution, and administrative management skills.

3. Language & Communication

• English as a Working Language: Professional fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory.
• Fluency in Urdu is essential for local employee relations.

4. Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience in Chinese-funded companies or Chinese multinational corporations in Pakistan is highly preferred.
• Ability to work effectively in a high-growth, fast-paced environment with strong problem-solving and cross-cultural adapta