Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO)

Our client, a prominent organization in the education sector based in Lahore, is seeking a highly experienced Chief Human Resource Officer (CHRO) to spearhead their human capital strategy. This senior leadership role requires a visionary professional to lead HR governance, talent management, organizational effectiveness, and people transformation initiatives across a large workforce. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in aligning HR practices with the organization’s strategic goals, ensuring sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and execute comprehensive HR strategies that support and drive the organization’s objectives.
- Oversee the formulation and enforcement of HR policies, governance frameworks, compliance standards, and employee relations management.
- Lead talent acquisition efforts, enhance employer branding, and manage succession planning alongside leadership development programs.
- Drive performance management systems, workforce planning, and initiatives aimed at improving organizational effectiveness.
- Design and implement academic workforce strategies, focusing on teacher retention and engagement.
- Manage compensation structures, benefits administration, payroll governance, and employee engagement activities.
- Champion HR digital transformation through HRMS optimization and the use of workforce analytics to inform decision-making.
- Provide strategic HR counsel to the Board of Directors and executive leadership team, ensuring alignment with business priorities.

Required Qualifications & Experience:
- Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Psychology, or a related field.
- A minimum of 25 years of progressive professional experience, including at least 15 years in senior executive leadership roles.
- Proven ability to manage large, geographically dispersed workforces exceeding 6,000 employees.
- Demonstrated experience collaborating with Boards of Directors, CEOs, and executive leadership teams on strategic HR matters.
- Strong expertise in HR governance, organizational transformation, and modernization of HR functions.
- Experience within the Education sector is highly desirable; candidates with backgrounds in FMCG, Retail Services, or similar large-scale organizations will also be considered.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Relevant professional certifications in coaching, psychometrics, competency-based assessments, and leadership development are advantageous.

This role offers a unique opportunity to influence the human capital agenda of a leading educational institution, driving impactful change and fostering a culture of excellence. Candidates with a strategic mindset, strong leadership skills, and a passion for organizational development are encouraged to apply.