Director – HR

WE ARE HIRING: HR Director – Sri Lanka

Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Healthcare Technology & Revenue Cycle Management

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced and strategic HR Director – Sri Lanka to lead the Human Resources function and serve as a key business partner in supporting organizational growth, workforce transformation, and people strategy execution.

The successful candidate will oversee the full spectrum of Human Resources operations, including talent acquisition, HR operations, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, compliance, organizational development, and change management. This role requires a seasoned HR leader who can balance strategic planning with operational excellence while building a high-performance culture.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership & Workforce Planning

• Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with business objectives and growth plans.
• Partner with leadership teams to support organizational development and workforce planning initiatives.
• Drive HR transformation initiatives that support business expansion and operational excellence.
• Provide strategic guidance on workforce capability, talent management, and succession planning.

Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

• Oversee end-to-end talent acquisition strategies across the organization.
• Lead recruitment planning and workforce forecasting initiatives.
• Develop employer branding and talent attraction strategies.
• Ensure efficient and scalable recruitment processes to support business growth.
• Build and lead high-performing recruitment teams.

HR Operations & Administration

• Oversee and optimize HR operations and administration functions.
• Ensure effective employee lifecycle management, including onboarding, transfers, promotions, and separations.
• Drive HR process improvements and operational efficiency.
• Ensure accurate HR records, reporting, and documentation management.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Lead employee engagement initiatives to enhance workplace culture and employee experience.
• Manage employee relations matters, conflict resolution, and grievance handling processes.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work environment.
• Drive communication and engagement programmes that support organizational objectives.

Performance Management & Talent Development

• Develop and implement effective performance management frameworks.
• Drive leadership development, coaching, learning, and talent development initiatives.
• Support succession planning and employee career progression programmes.
• Establish talent review and high-potential employee development processes.

Compensation & Benefits

• Lead compensation, rewards, and benefits strategies.
• Ensure salary structures and reward frameworks remain competitive and aligned with business objectives.
• Provide guidance on compensation planning and workforce cost management.
• Monitor market trends and benchmark compensation programmes.

Compliance & HR Governance

• Ensure compliance with Sri Lankan labour laws and regulatory requirements.
• Develop and maintain HR policies, procedures, and governance frameworks.
• Manage employee-related risk and compliance matters.
• Ensure strong HR controls, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance.

Organizational Development & Change Management

• Support organizational effectiveness and transformation initiatives.
• Lead change management programmes aligned with business growth and restructuring activities.
• Drive cultural transformation and workforce capability enhancement initiatives.
• Support business units through periods of organizational change and expansion.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related discipline.
• Professional qualifications in Human Resource Management will be a distinct advantage.
• Minimum 10–15 years of progressive HR experience across multiple HR disciplines.
• Significant hands-on experience in both Talent Acquisition and HR Operations.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior HR leadership role, such as Head of HR, HR Director, Senior HR Business Partner, or equivalent.
• Proven experience managing end-to-end recruitment functions and HR teams.
• Strong understanding of Sri Lankan labour laws, employment regulations, and HR compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with senior management and business leaders.
• Experience supporting organizational growth, transformation, and change management initiatives.
• Strong background in employee engagement, talent development, and workforce planning.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, leadership, and influencing skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and business partnering capabilities.

Preferred Profile

• Experience within multinational organizations, large local conglomerates, or fast-growing businesses.
• Proven ability to operate strategically while maintaining strong execution capabilities.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence stakeholders across all levels of the organization.
• Experience managing high-growth environments and supporting large-scale workforce expansion.
• Passion for developing people, strengthening culture, and driving organizational success.

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