First Circle

Head of HR

First Circle

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: Taguig • Philippines

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Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Report directly to Senior Leadership (ex-Uber, ex-BCG) with high exposure to the executive team, translating business strategy into clear, actionable people priorities.
  • Upgrade and optimize HR systems and processes to enable scalable and efficient growth, while actively reinforcing and preserving company culture.
  • Lead workforce planning and organizational design to ensure right capabilities and capacity.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor on a variety of complex people matters, including performance management, grievance resolution, and employee relations.
  • Design and deliver thoughtful programs across the employee lifecycle to strengthen employee engagement, retention, and overall employee experience.
  • Oversee end-to-end HR operations in the Philippines, including policies, labor compliance, and compensation & benefits.

Requirements

  • At least 10 years of progressive HR experience, ideally with proven leadership in fast-paced tech companies and through periods of significant growth (e.g. scaling headcount or expanding regional footprint).
  • Well-versed across all HR functions, including strategy, operations, and talent management.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to lead and influence across all levels of the organization.
  • Skilled at handling sensitive employee matters with both care and objectivity.
  • Strong understanding of the Philippines business landscape, labor environment, and culture.
Benefits
  • Join a team with a deeply collaborative culture! Learn more here: https://www.firstcircle.ph/careers
  • Hybrid work set-up: 2 days per week in our BGC office; remote the rest of the time.
  • Additional perks & benefits including HMO coverage from month one, free catered lunches, MacBook Air provided, monthly fitness allowance, transportation & accommodation allowance, and more.
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Hard Skills & Tools
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Soft Skills
communication skillsinterpersonal skillsleadershipinfluencesensitivityobjectivity