Human Resources Director

About company: Established in 2014 by Pasha Holding, in a short period of time Blue Planet LLC had become one of the country’s major players of sports, luxury and jewellery market, demonstrating extensive experience in retail and distribution field. The company started its first operations with Courir and Go Sport store chains, having opened its first shop in 2015. Gradually increasing the number of stores in the following years, the company started partnership with new brands. Today Blue Planet is the official brand partner of Go Sport, Courir, Skechers and Nike in the sports market of Azerbaijan. Due to the thorough knowledge of the retail sector, on-going study of customer habits and behavior, Blue Planet has expanded its field of operations and has taken its place in fashion & luxury clothing and jewellery market, becoming the official partner of such brands as Celine, Brunello Cucinelli, Tiffany, Bvlgari, Dolce&Gabbana, Valentino in Azerbaijan. 

Job Summary: We are looking for a strategic Human Resources Director to join our growing organization. You will be responsible for developing and managing HR strategy and initiatives that improve the organization’s effectiveness and efficiency. Key areas of focus will include providing continuous improvement around performance management, talent acquisition and planning, talent development, employee experience and engagement, succession planning, and change management.

Key Accountabilities:

• Development and implementation of HR initiatives, policies, and procedures to align with overall business goals.
• Oversee and manage day to day operations of the HR Department 
• Supporting in the delivery of Pasha Holding’s  EVP and Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy across the company.
• Collaborate with senior management to align HR initiatives with business goals, foster employee engagement, and drive talent management strategies.
• Lead and support organizational development and change management initiatives.
• Drive the development and implementation of global HR programs, such as performance management, succession planning, and employee development.
• Ensures compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Develop and monitor key HR metrics to assess HR effectiveness, identify trends, and recommend improvements.
• Lead global HR projects, such as HR system implementations, HR process harmonization, and talent acquisition strategies.
• Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters, including dispute resolution, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Manage and oversee compensation and benefits programs, ensuring competitiveness and compliance.
• Collaborate with senior management to support employee engagement initiatives, diversity and inclusion programs, and employee wellness initiatives.
• Manage relationships with external vendors, such as HR consultants and service providers, to ensure effective HR service delivery.
• Stay updated with changes in global HR regulations and labor laws, ensuring compliance and mitigating HR-related risks

Required experience, qualification and skills:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field; Master's degree preferred;
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in HR leadership roles, with a focus on HR and organizational development and administration;
• Strong understanding of HR processes, policies, and programs across different jurisdictions.
• Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate teams across regions.
• Strategic thinker with the ability to translate business objectives into actionable HR and organizational development strategies;
• Experience in driving process improvement initiatives and implementing change management strategies;
• In-depth knowledge of global HR practices, employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
• Certification in HR (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SPHR) is a plus

Please note that position is open for candidates possessing Azerbaijani citizenship only.

Only shortlisted candidates will be invited to the further stages of the recruitment process. Interested candidates are kindly requested to send their CV/resumes to email by indicating “HR Director” in the subject line.

Deadline for applications – 25.08.2024.