Human Resources Manager

HR Manager - Pakistan - On site

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and hands-on HR Manager to oversee all human resource operations in Pakistan. This role is responsible for establishing and optimizing local HR systems, managing day-to-day office and workplace operations, and leading end-to-end HR functions, including recruitment, compensation & benefits, employee relations, and performance management. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the Pakistani labor market and proven capability in driving organizational effectiveness within a multi-cultural environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Infrastructure & Policy Setup

System Building: Establish and refine local HR policies, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and employee handbooks in alignment with company strategy and local market practices.

Workplace Management: Oversee local day-to-day workplace operations, administrative HR matters, and organizational discipline to maintain a professional, productive office culture.

2. Full-Spectrum HR Operations

Talent Acquisition: Drive end-to-end recruitment efforts for key local positions; expand local recruitment channels and partner with agencies to build a reliable talent pipeline.

Compensation & Benefits: Manage local payroll execution, tax withholdings, and statutory benefits (e.g., EOBI, PESSI, Gratuity, Provident Fund); review local market salary benchmarks to optimize compensation structures.

Employee Relations: Handle employee onboarding, contracts, offboarding, grievances, and internal communications to ensure a positive and compliant workplace atmosphere.

3. Cross-Cultural & Cross-Functional Collaboration

Act as the key liaison between local Pakistani teams and HQ management, ensuring clear communication, alignment on business objectives, and effective management of cultural differences.

Job Requirements

1. Education & Professional Experience

Bachelor’s degree or above

Minimum 5 years of full-spectrum HR management experience in Pakistan.

2. Professional Competencies

Familiarity with Pakistani recruitment channels, payroll processes, statutory benefits, and employee relations practices.

Strong organizational, conflict-resolution, and administrative management skills.

3. Language & Communication

English as a Working Language: Professional fluency in written and spoken English is mandatory. Fluency in Urdu is essential for local employee relations.

4. Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in Chinese-funded companies or Chinese multinational corporations in Pakistan is highly preferred.

Ability to work effectively in a high-growth, fast-paced environment with strong problem-solving and cross-cultural adapta