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Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) / Talent Acquisition Director

Kenya School of Sales (KSS) · Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

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We are seeking an experienced and strategic Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) / Talent Acquisition Director to lead human resources strategy or talent acquisition operations in alignment with organizational objectives. The successful candidate will drive workforce planning, talent development, organizational effectiveness, leadership capability, and employee engagement while building a strong talent pipeline and supporting sustainable business growth.Key ResponsibilitiesFor CHRO: Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies aligned with corporate objectives, business priorities, and organizational growth.Lead workforce planning, organizational design, succession planning, leadership development, and talent management initiatives.Oversee HR functions, including recruitment, compensation and benefits, performance management, employee relations, learning and development, and HR operations.Establish HR policies, procedures, performance frameworks, and employee engagement initiatives.Advise executive leadership on organizational development, workforce strategy, employee relations, and people-related risks.For Talent Acquisition Director: Develop and execute talent acquisition strategies to attract, recruit, and retain high-quality talent across business functions and markets.Lead recruitment planning, employer branding, sourcing strategies, executive search, and recruitment process optimization.Build and maintain talent pipelines, recruitment partnerships, and relationships with external agencies and professional networks.Monitor recruitment performance, hiring costs, time-to-hire, candidate experience, and workforce needs.Lead, develop, and mentor HR and recruitment teams, establishing clear performance objectives and accountability.Use HR analytics, workforce data, and market insights to support strategic decision-making and continuous improvement.Collaborate with business leaders to identify talent gaps, develop workforce solutions, and improve organizational performance.Promote diversity, equity, inclusion, ethical employment practices, and a positive workplace culture.RequirementsBachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Psychology, or a related field; a master's degree or MBA is an advantage.Extensive experience in senior HR leadership, talent acquisition, executive recruitment, or strategic workforce management.Proven track record in HR strategy, organizational development, talent management, or large-scale recruitment.Strong knowledge of HR practices, recruitment methodologies, performance management, compensation frameworks, and employee engagement.Excellent leadership, strategic planning, stakeholder management, negotiation, and decision-making skills.Experience managing teams, budgets, recruitment metrics, and organizational change initiatives.Strong analytical capabilities and proficiency in HR information systems, applicant tracking systems, and workforce analytics tools.High standards of integrity, confidentiality, professionalism, and business judgment.Fluency in English and the ability to work effectively with multicultural and geographically diverse teams.