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HR Director
HR Director (Global People & Talent) – High-Growth Scale-Up
This position is part of a partnership, with applications and next steps managed by the client company. Based in the United Kingdom, this role offers a rare opportunity to build and lead a global People function from the ground up during an exciting phase of rapid international expansion.
The ideal candidate will shape the HR strategy, implement cutting-edge people processes, and construct the systems that enable scalable, efficient growth across multiple regions. This highly autonomous role blends strategic leadership with hands-on execution, making it perfect for a proactive HR leader passionate about setting up world-class People Operations in a fast-moving, tech-driven environment where talent is a core competitive advantage.
Key Accountabilities
- Define and execute a comprehensive People strategy that aligns workforce planning with business objectives during periods of rapid growth.
- Conduct a full operational audit—reviewing compensation, compliance, talent development, and KPIs—while identifying AI & automation opportunities to drive efficiency.
- Design and implement scalable HR processes, including:
- Onboarding & probation programs
- Performance management & career development frameworks
- Employee engagement initiatives
- Offboarding procedures
- Build a data-driven recruitment framework—optimizing:
- Hiring workflows & interview methodologies
- Manager enablement & talent assessment tools
- Rapid scaling mechanisms while maintaining high-quality hiring and cultural fit
- Establish HR dashboards & KPIs to track:
- Hiring efficiency & quality
- Talent retention & organizational performance
- Workforce effectiveness metrics
- Create transparent frameworks for:
- Grades & compensation structures
- Performance reviews
- Objectives & Key Results (OKRs)
- Lead global HR operations across multiple regions, ensuring alignment with:
- Payroll & Employer of Record (EOR) partners
- Local employment compliance requirements
- Select & optimize HR technologies, including:
- HRIS (Human Resources Information Systems)
- ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems)
- Workflow automation platforms
- Build and mentor a high-performing People & Talent team, including:
- Coaching managers on leadership, feedback, and team development
- Foster a high-performance culture based on:
- Ownership, accountability, collaboration, transparency
- Continuous improvement & innovation
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Key Requirements
Experience & Expertise
- 5–7+ years as an HR Director or People Operations leader, with demonstrated success in building an HR function from scratch in a high-growth startup or scale-up.
- Strong background in FinTech, Crypto, high-growth SaaS, or similar multi-regional technology sectors.
- Experience in scaling HR functions—preferably from ~50 to 200+ employees.
- Proven track record in managing globally distributed teams and multi-country employment models, including:
- Employment of Record (EOR) compliance
- International payroll coordination
- Ability to develop long-term People strategies while deeply hands-on in implementation.
- Data-driven HR leadership, with experience:
- Using metrics, dashboards, and analytics to enhance decision-making
- Leveraging data for organizational efficiency & performance optimization
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
- Strong recruitment leadership, with the ability to rapidly scale hiring without compromising quality or cultural alignment.
- Exceptional stakeholder management & executive influence, including:
- Direct CEO-level collaboration
- Effective communication with senior leadership teams
- Confidence in implementing HR technology, automation, and AI tools to streamline operations.
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Technical & Cultural Fit
- Bilingual proficiency:
- Fluent in Ukrainian or Russian
- Intermediate/Advanced English proficiency
- Adaptable to working across European time zones under a B2B contract.
- Thrives in a high-autonomy, speed-first culture where performance-driven outcomes are prioritised.
Benefits & Growth Opportunities
- Fully remote role with collaboration across European time zones.
- B2B contract terms, offering flexibility & long-term career growth.
- Competitive compensation package, placed in the top tier of the market, with:
- Performance-based bonuses tied to clear KPIs
- Direct ownership of the global HR function
- Full access to executive decision-making
- Opportunity to build the People function entirely from scratch during a critical international scaling phase.
- Dedicated budget for:
- HR team development
- HR technology & automation implementation
- Clear career progression path toward Head of People or CHRO as the company grows.
- High-autonomy, English-first, merit-based culture that values:
- Innovation & agility
- Measurable business impact
How Applications Are Handled
This role is managed via Jobgether, an AI-powered matching platform. Apply gained:
- Fast, objective, and fair candidate screening using the role’s core requirements.
- Direct submission to the hiring employer’s shortlist, with next steps (interviews, assessments) coordinated internally by them.
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