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Global HR Strategist & Transformation Expert

Global HR Leader | Fractional CHRO | HR Tech & Digital Transformation Expert

Middle East

Description

This executive is a seasoned global HR leader with over 25 years of expertise in driving strategic people transformations within fintech, technology, SaaS, and professional services sectors. Specializing in scaling organizations through agile HR architectures, advanced digital HR and learning technologies, and inclusive culture-building, this strategist brings broad experience in global HR strategy, M&A integration, total rewards design, and workforce expansion across multiple continents. Their pragmatic yet empathetic approach combines strategic vision with rigorous execution to empower growth and innovation through talent.

Key Roles

  • •Co-founded a consulting platform delivering fractional HR leadership and talent solutions to startups and SMEs in the Middle East.
  • •Led a global HR transformation across 15+ countries, scaling headcount significantly while reducing attrition and elevating employee engagement and culture.
  • •Steered post-merger HR integration of multiple entities, implementing enterprise-wide HRMS and AI-driven automation covering numerous regions.
  • •Built HR functions and teams across global geographies focusing on governance and cultural alignment.
  • •Spearheaded digital HR transformation initiatives, including implementing major HRMS platforms, AI tools, and global learning ecosystems.

Meet Me

Hello, I am passionate about global HR leadership and guiding organizations through strategic growth and cultural evolution by aligning people strategies with business objectives. I focus on leveraging HR technology and human-centered design to create agile, inclusive workplaces that drive innovation and scalability. Whether leading large teams or advising startups, I believe that people are at the heart of unlocking business potential, and I thrive partnering with leaders committed to sustainable growth through their teams.

Personas

Strategic HR Architect

  • •Leads enterprise-scale HR transformations aligning people strategy with corporate growth in fintech, SaaS, and professional services.
  • •Expert in designing agile organizational frameworks, compensation structures, and culture-enhancing programs that reduce turnover and boost engagement.
  • •Drives HR integrations and harmonization post-merger across diverse global markets.

Superpowers

Superpowers not available

Sweet Spot

Thrives at the intersection of complex global scaling challenges requiring innovative HR strategies, digital enablement, and culture transformation. Excels at harmonizing diverse workforces, integrating technology with people-centric approaches, and partnering with senior leaders to transform people operations into business accelerators.

Functional Skills

Global HR Strategy & Execution
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Organizational Design & Restructuring- Designed agile HR frameworks and led post-merger harmonization for multinational enterprises with large cross-regional workforces.
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Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding- Scaled workforces effectively by optimizing recruitment processes and developing interviewer pools that significantly reduce time-to-hire.
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Total Rewards & Compensation- Implemented fair, transparent compensation structures using leading industry methodologies that enhance competitiveness and retention.
HR Digital Transformation & Learning
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HRMS & Automation- Led implementations and upgrades of major enterprise HRMS platforms and AI-driven chatbot solutions to standardize, automate, and provide real-time people analytics.
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Learning Ecosystems & Capability Building- Developed global learning academies integrating LMS platforms and MOOCs to foster continuous employee development and leadership capabilities.
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Performance Management & Culture- Launched KPI-aligned performance systems linked with learning and reward programs, driving high engagement and post-crisis culture revitalization.
Leadership & Change Management
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Cross-Cultural Leadership Partnering- Collaborated with CEOs and regional executives to align people strategies with business objectives across culturally diverse teams across Middle East, Europe, and Asia.
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Change Management & HR Governance- Led complex organizational change initiatives including HR governance implementation, regulatory compliance, and embedding new operational practices.
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Employee Engagement & Wellbeing- Designed wellbeing and communication programs that significantly improved employee trust, wellbeing, and external employer ratings.

User Manual

Engage in transparent, strategic discussions focused on business impact and people outcomes. Thrives with clear goals and values culturally sensitive, collaborative approaches that balance technology with human empathy. Prefers working alongside leaders eager for bold transformation grounded in operational discipline and genuine care for their teams.

Focus Areas

Global HR StrategyFractional CHRO LeadershipHR Digital TransformationTalent Acquisition & Workforce ScalingM&A Integration & Change ManagementLearning & Development EcosystemsTotal Rewards & CompensationCulture & Employee Engagement

Industries

FintechTechnologySaaSProfessional ServicesE-commerce

Geographical Coverage

Middle EastSouth AsiaEuropeUnited KingdomNorth AmericaSoutheast AsiaNorth Africa

Stage

ScalingGrowthPost-Merger IntegrationTransformationStartupsSMEs

Personal Interests

People EmpowermentDigital InnovationOrganizational CultureLearning TechnologiesEmployee Wellbeing

Certifications

Executive Program in Chief Human Resources Officer LeadershipAdvanced Certification in Talent Management and Reward Strategies