Barza Consulting is hiring on behalf of a growing start-up firm based in DIFC for a Head of Human Resources to lead and build the HR function.
This is a hands-on leadership opportunity for a senior HR professional who has worked within SME, established start-up or entrepreneurial environments and is comfortable building HR structures from scratch, processes and culture while supporting the business through its growth journey.
Key Responsibilities
• Lead the overall HR strategy and day-to-day HR function
• Establish and enhance HR policies, processes and governance frameworks
• Partner closely with senior leadership on workforce planning and organisational priorities
• Lead recruitment and talent acquisition across key business functions
• Manage performance management, employee engagement and talent development initiatives
• Oversee compensation, benefits, employee relations and HR operations
• Ensure compliance with relevant UAE employment regulations and DIFC requirements
• Support organisational design, succession planning and future workforce growth
• Introduce scalable HR systems, processes and best practices as the organization expands
Requirements
• Proven experience in a senior HR leadership or HR generalist role within an SME, start-up or fast-growing organisation
• Strong understanding of the UAE employment landscape; exposure to DIFC employment regulations is highly advantageous
• Experience building or transforming HR functions, policies and processes
• Strong recruitment and talent management experience
• Commercially minded with the ability to partner effectively with founders and senior leadership
• Comfortable operating in a hands-on role within a lean and evolving business environment
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• UAE experience is strongly preferred.
What’s on Offer
• Competitive tax-free salary + performance bonus
• Medical insurance & annual flight allowance
• Flexible working arrangements
• Professional development support
• Direct exposure with founders & senior leadership
• Opportunity to shape the HR function from the ground up
• Strong career progression as the business grows
