Head of People & Culture

Head Of People & Culture D-ploy is a fast-scaling European IT services and engineering solutions company operating in 40+ countries with over 700 professionals. We support leading global clients in highly regulated industries across managed services, consulting, and talent solutions. As we continue to grow, we are strengthening our People & Culture function to ensure clarity, consistency, maturity, and operational excellence across our international teams. We are looking for a capable and hands-on People & Culture leader who can drive implementation, operational discipline, and team enablement in a fast-paced, international environment. The Head of People & Culture is responsible for driving and ensuring the implementation of People & Culture projects, initiatives, and operational improvements across the Group. This role focuses on tactical execution and delivery, ensuring that strategic priorities are translated into consistent, compliant, and effective actions across all HR areas. The role combines team leadership, project execution, and hands-on operational support where needed. You will lead three key teams: Employee Services Team – responsible for HR operations and employee lifecycle management HR Business Partner Team – supporting middle and senior management and the Group's Delivery organization External Workforce Team – overseeing the administration and governance of external workers The ideal candidate is a structured and pragmatic HR professional who takes ownership, drives delivery, and supports the team both strategically and operationally. Key Responsibilities Drive and oversee the execution of People & Culture projects and initiatives defined by the Chief Compliance Officer and senior leadership. Ensure consistent implementation of policies, processes, and frameworks across all countries and entities. Monitor project progress, manage risks, and ensure timely and high-quality delivery. Step into day-to-day HR operations when required to support the team and maintain service continuity. Lead and coordinate the Employee Services, HR Business Partner, and External Workforce teams. Ensure smooth and compliant HR operations across the employee lifecycle (onboarding, changes, exits, etc.). Provide operational and procedural guidance to the team, resolving escalated or complex cases. Build clear accountability, collaboration, and communication across all HR areas. Maintain and strengthen HR documentation, policies, and audit readiness. Ensure all HR activities comply with local employment laws and internal governance standards. Support the rollout and maintenance of HR systems and ensure data accuracy and integrity. Drive standardization, automation, and process improvement across international operations. Act as a partner and escalation point for HR Business Partners and HR Generalists, ensuring consistent support for managers and teams. Support middle and senior management and the Group's Delivery organization in people management, employee relations, and workforce planning. Promote fairness, compliance, and professionalism in all employee matters. Contribute to engagement, development, and well-being initiatives that are scalable and pragmatic. Work closely with the Chief Compliance Officer, senior leadership, and other functions (Finance, Delivery, Resource Management) to ensure alignment and execution of People & Culture priorities. Provide clear communication and reporting on progress, risks, and improvement opportunities. Foster collaboration within the People & Culture function and ensure a service-oriented approach across teams.