Our client is a tier one, industry leader in the manufacturing and retail sector, that has built a reputation for product quality and service – responsible for several industry firsts and carving out a niche in the fashion retail marketplace. The company is on a mission to build a global brand. With a distinguished reputation of over 15 years and a new commitment to meet the demand for local production, the company is seeking “mission-oriented” talents that would understand the stakes and contribute to the company’s agile strategy.

The Head of People is responsible for driving and supporting human capital strategy and high-value HR processes through all units of the organization. This includes aligning business objectives with employee management objectives within the assigned workgroup or departments. This position formulates partnerships across the HR function to deliver value-added service to management and employees that reflects the business objectives of the organization.

The candidate is also responsible for providing effective employee relations and service to employees by utilizing excellent problem solving and relationship skills, an in-depth knowledge of human resources generalist concerns, an expertise in policies and procedures, operational leadership skills, and knowledge of company products and services.

In this role, you will be the primary point of contact for management and team leaders, maintaining a close connection to the business always. You will also develop and execute HR strategy in support of the client's business objectives, providing expertise and guidance in the areas of culture and change management, strategic coaching, talent assessment and development, succession planning, and performance management.

RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with the overall business strategy
Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues
Manage the recruitment and selection process
Support current and future business needs through the development, engagement, motivation and preservation of human capital
Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, tactics and procedures across the organization
Nurture a positive working environment
Oversee and manage a performance appraisal system that drives high performance
Maintain pay plan and benefits program
Assess training needs to apply and monitor training programs
Report to management and provide decision support through HR metrics
Ensure legal compliance throughout human resource management

Proven working experience as HR Manager or other Senior HR Executive role.
Understand how to implement effective performance management systems – assess competency and culture fits in employee
A candidate with a consulting background will be a big plus
People oriented and results driven
Demonstrable experience with Human Resources metrics
Knowledge of HR systems and databases
Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills
Excellent active listening, negotiation and presentation skills
Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company
In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices
Degree in Human Resources or related field

• Proven working experience as HR Manager or other Senior HR Executive role.
• Understand how to implement effective performance management systems – assess competency and culture fits in employee
• People oriented and results driven
• Demonstrable experience with Human Resources metrics
• Knowledge of HR systems and databases
• Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills
• Excellent active listening, negotiation and presentation skills
• Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company
• In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices
• Degree in Human Resources or related field