HR Manager
- Division
- Human Resources
- Location
- Baghdad
- Closing Date
- 01/04/2026
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals
- Partner with senior leadership on workforce planning, organizational design, and talent planning
- Establish and monitor HR KPIs to measure effectiveness and impact
- Drive continuous improvement in HR policies, systems, and processes
- Lead end-to-end recruitment strategy and execution
- Oversee workforce planning to ensure optimal staffing levels
- Strengthen employer branding and talent pipeline development
- Ensure effective onboarding programs to support employee integration and retention
- Design and oversee the performance management framework, including KPIs and appraisal cycles
- Guide managers on performance coaching, goal setting, and development planning
- Identify high-potential talent and implement succession planning initiatives
- Oversee learning and development strategies aligned with business needs
- Lead employee relations strategy, ensuring fair and consistent practices
- Provide expert guidance on disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and investigations
- Drive employee engagement initiatives to enhance retention and workplace culture
- Promote a collaborative, performance-driven, and inclusive environment
- Oversee day-to-day HR operations to ensure efficiency and service excellence
- Ensure full compliance with labor laws, company policies, and regulatory requirements
- Maintain accurate HR data, reporting, and documentation for strategic decision-making
- Manage HR budgets and resource allocation
- Lead, mentor, and develop the HR team
- Set clear performance objectives and monitor team KPIs
- Build team capability and succession readiness within the HR function
Qualifications
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strategic HR Management: ability to translate business strategy into HR initiatives and measurable outcomes
- Leadership & People Management: proven ability to lead, coach, and develop HR teams
- Talent Management & Workforce Planning: strong expertise in recruitment strategy, succession planning, and performance systems
- Employee Relations & Conflict Resolution: deep understanding of labor law compliance and best-practice management
- HR Analytics & Reporting: ability to analyze HR data and generate insights for leadership decision-making
- Communication & Stakeholder Management: strong interpersonal and influencing skills across organizational levels
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or related field (Master’s degree or HR certification preferred)
- 6–10 years of progressive HR experience
- Minimum 3–5 years in a leadership or managerial role
- Strong command of English and Arabic
