HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR

OUR CLIENT

Our client is a fast-growing, high-energy business with operations in Kuwait, Dubai, and more markets coming soon, with an engaging culture, hard-working, and results-driven team. They reward initiative, innovation, and those who thrive in high-pressure environments where big ideas can quickly turn into real impact.

If you're a hands-on HR leader whose ready to transform the people function into a best-in-class strategic and operational powerhouse, this is your moment.

THE ROLE

Were looking for a modern, dynamic HR Director (or strong HR Manager ready for the step up) who wants to roll up their sleeves and work alongside a passionate team to elevate HRs role in our clients business growth story.

This role reports directly to the CEO and leads a capable HR team of 7

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

In your first 6-12 months, you'll:

• Lead and inspire the HR team to deliver all core HR functions flawlessly.

• Shape a positive, high-performance culture that supports retention and growth.

• Implement and drive strategic HR initiatives including SOPs, career frameworks, and talent development programs.

Your day-to-day will blend strategic leadership with hands-on execution because here, leaders don't just direct, they do.

WHO WERE LOOKING FOR

Must-Haves:

• 8+ years HR experience, with at least 3 years at managerial level.

• Proven success in fast-moving industries.

• Full HR function expertise (strategic and operational).

• Arabic fluency.

• Hands-on leadership style, both a thinker and a doer.

QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Bachelors degree in Business Administration or a related field. An MBA from a top-tier business school is highly preferred.

Experience: Minimum of 10 years of experience in HR within the fast moving goods industry, with a proven track record in managing end-to-end HR functions, and small/mid size teams.

Industry Knowledge: Deep understanding of the FMCG sector, local and regional (GCC) labor law.

SKILLS

• Energetic, young-minded, and active in your leadership.

• A team player with positive communication and a motivating style.

• Comfortable making tough calls while keeping morale high.

• Outspoken and modern in your approach to people leadership.

• Used to work under pressure and with tight deadlines

WHY JOIN OUR CLIENT?

• Be part of a transformational journey in a group expanding across the region.

• Direct access to decision-makers and the power to make a visible impact.

• A dynamic, high-potential environment where top performers rise quickly.

• Competitive pay, benefits, and discounts at our client's outlets.

This isn't a job for those seeking comfort zones. Its for someone who wants to build, lead, and grow while being rewarded for results. So if your preference is for a purely desk-based leadership without operational involvement, then this is NOT for you.