Chief Human Resources Officer

Job description / Role

We are seeking a results-driven Chief Human Resources Officer to deliver operational excellence and strategic transformation across multiple industries. This role requires a strong leader who combines HR expertise with digital acumen and a pragmatic, hands-on approach.

Client Details

A leading diversified conglomerate operating across multiple industries in Qatar.

Description

* Define and execute HR strategy across multiple sectors and business units.
* Drive digital transformation initiatives, including SAP implementation and HR analytics.
* Oversee workforce planning, succession planning, compensation and benefits, and talent acquisition.
* Ensure compliance with labour regulations and maintain strong relationships with regulatory authorities.
* Provide hands-on support for operational HR matters, including labour relations and employee engagement.
* Collaborate with Centres of Excellence and sector HR teams to deliver consistent HR practices.
* Act as a trusted advisor to the Group CEO and Board on people-related matters.
* Champion DEI initiatives and foster a culture of accountability and performance.

Job Offer

There is a competitive package of up to 70,000 QAR + Benefits with potential for flex depending on experience, and the unparalleled opportunity to make a major impact in a large player in Qatar.

* Fluent Arabic speaker with strong understanding of regional labour laws.
* Proven HR leadership experience in large, labour-intensive organisations (preferably 5,000+ employees).
* Exposure to multi-industry environments and holding-level structures.
* Expertise in HR analytics, workforce planning, succession planning, and operational HR delivery.
* Strong digital transformation experience, including SAP systems.
* Pragmatic, firm, and empathetic leader with exceptional troubleshooting and execution skills.
* Comfortable managing blue-collar-heavy workforces (70% blue collar).

About the Company

Michael Page is one of the world's leading professional recruitment consultancies, specializing in the placement of candidates in permanent, contract, temporary and interim positions with clients around the world.

The Group has operations in the UK, Continental Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas. In the Middle East we focus on the areas of:

Finance & Accounting Banking & Financial Services Procurement Property & Construction Engineering & Supply Chain Oil & Gas Technical and Engineering Human Resources Sales Marketing Technology Secretarial Executive Search Legal

The Group operates through 161 offices in 33 countries and employs over 5,000 employees worldwide.