Human Resource Director

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

As the Human Resource Director at International SOS (Phils.), Inc, you will lead and oversee all strategic and operational human resource initiatives across the Manila site. You will play a pivotal role in shaping and driving the HR vision aligned with our company goals and the dynamic needs of our healthcare services. Key responsibilities include:

• Developing and implementing comprehensive talent acquisition strategies to attract top-tier healthcare and administrative professionals.
• Leading the design and execution of employee engagement programs that foster a positive, inclusive, and productive work environment.
• Overseeing performance management systems, ensuring goal alignment, continuous feedback, and professional development opportunities for all staff.
• Collaborating with senior leadership to align human resource strategies with long-term business objectives and compliance requirements.
• Ensuring adherence to local labor laws and international employment standards, mitigating risks through effective policy formulation and enforcement.
• Directing organizational development initiatives including leadership development, succession planning, and workforce planning to sustain business growth.
• Managing compensation and benefits programs competitively to maintain employee satisfaction and retention.
• Providing expert guidance and coaching to management and employees on complex HR issues, conflict resolution, and change management processes.
• Championing diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts throughout the workforce, promoting a culture where all employees feel valued and empowered.
• Leading HR digital transformation efforts to improve process efficiencies and data-driven decision-making.
• Building and maintaining partnerships with external stakeholders such as regulatory bodies, educational institutions, and recruitment agencies.

Your leadership will be key in cultivating an environment where medical and operational professionals can thrive and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional medical services globally.

About the Role and Candidate Profile

This leadership position requires a seasoned Human Resource professional with extensive experience in the healthcare or related industry, ideally within multinational or complex organizational structures. The successful candidate will bring:

• Proven Strategic Leadership: Demonstrated ability to lead a multifunctional HR department, drive organizational change, and influence at all levels from executives to frontline managers.
• Deep Knowledge of Medical Sector HR Operations: Understanding of specific challenges and workforce needs in medical services, including compliance, credentialing, and retention of clinical staff.
• Exceptional Communication Skills: Ability to engage effectively with diverse stakeholders, present complex ideas clearly, and negotiate with influence and diplomacy.
• Commitment to People Development: Passion for fostering talent through coaching, mentoring, and structured development programs that support employee career growth and organizational succession.
• Analytical and Data-Driven Approach: Experience leveraging HR metrics and analytics to guide decision-making and demonstrate impact.
• Adaptability and Cultural Sensitivity: Proven ability to work within diverse cultural environments and navigate the complexities of an international workforce.
• Educational Background: A bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field is required; a master’s degree or relevant HR certifications (e.g., SHRM-SCP, CIPD) are highly desirable.

We seek a forward-thinking, ethical leader who is passionate about advancing human resource excellence in a fast-paced, global medical services environment.