Head of Human Resources

About the role

A leading company in its sector, represented by a recruiter, is looking for a Head of HR who reports directly to the General Manager. The role covers the full range of HR functions, from strategy and recruitment to payroll, policy and employee relations.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the company's business objectives.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, performance management, career development and learning & development.
• Oversee compensation and benefits, including annual salary reviews.
• Ensure payroll, personnel administration, leave management and other HR operations comply with applicable legislation.
• Develop, review and implement HR policies, procedures and internal practices.
• Support organizational development, workforce planning and employee engagement.
• Prepare regular HR reports and analyses for senior management.
• Manage employee relations and strengthen organizational culture.
• Work with department managers to identify HR needs and find solutions.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• At least 15 years of professional HR experience.
• Solid experience in recruitment, performance management, compensation and benefits, learning and development and employee relations.
• Experience overseeing payroll, personnel administration and HR operations.
• Proven ability to design and implement HR policies and processes.

Required skills

• Strong knowledge of Turkish Labor Law and relevant employment regulations.
• Strong communication, organizational, problem-solving and leadership skills.
• Ability to combine a strategic HR view with a hands-on approach to day-to-day work.