Job Description
As the HR Manager, you will lead and manage all core Human Resources functions, including recruitment, performance management, employee engagement, HR operations, and compliance. This is a key leadership role requiring a hands-on professional who can take full ownership of the HR function and drive strategic initiatives that support our organizational goals.
You will be responsible for strengthening the HR department, building efficient hiring processes, and ensuring the timely acquisition of high-caliber talent that aligns with Vertex’s standards of excellence. The ideal candidate will be accountable for delivering measurable results, reducing hiring timelines, enhancing employee retention, and fostering a positive, growth-oriented workplace culture that reflects Vertex’s values and commitment to operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
1. Talent Acquisition \& Recruitment
- Lead end-to-end recruitment for technical and non-technical roles.
- Develop and execute effective hiring strategies to attract top talent.
- Manage employer branding initiatives and establish partnerships with universities, recruitment agencies, and job platforms.
- Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline to meet current and future hiring needs.
2. Employee Relations \& Engagement
- Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and mutual respect.
- Plan and execute employee engagement programs, events, and recognition initiatives.
- Serve as a trusted advisor for employee concerns, ensuring fair, transparent, and timely resolutions.
- Promote a positive work environment that supports employee well-being and professional growth.
3. Performance Management
- Oversee performance appraisal cycles and goal-setting processes.
- Partner with department heads to identify training, development, and succession planning needs.
- Implement Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) when necessary.
- Drive a performance-oriented culture focused on continuous improvement and accountability.
4. HR Operations \& Policy Management
- Maintain HR records, attendance systems, and compliance documentation.
- Ensure company policies and procedures are up to date and compliant with applicable labor laws and regulations.
- Oversee employee onboarding, offboarding, and HR administration processes.
- Drive process improvements across HR functions to enhance operational efficiency.
5. HR Strategy \& Culture
- Align HR strategies with organizational objectives and business goals.
- Champion diversity, inclusion, employee development, and workplace excellence.
- Provide HR metrics, insights, and analytics to senior leadership to support data-driven decision-making.
- Support organizational growth through strategic workforce planning and talent management initiatives.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 5+ years of proven HR experience, preferably within the IT or software development industry.
- Strong expertise in recruitment, talent management, employee relations, and HR operations.
- Demonstrated ability to take ownership, lead independently, and deliver measurable results.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
- Solid understanding of Pakistan’s labor laws and HR best practices.
- Proficiency in HR software, Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), and Microsoft Office tools.
- Strong organizational and problem-solving abilities.
- Willingness to work onsite during night shift hours aligned with U.S. business operations.
What We Offer
- Competitive salary package with performance-based incentives.
- A professional, collaborative, and innovation-driven work environment.
- Opportunities for leadership growth and continuous professional development.
- Exposure to international projects and a global work culture.
- Medical benefits, paid leave, and other employee perks.
- The opportunity to make a lasting impact by shaping the company’s HR strategy, culture, and future growth.