Chief Human Resources Officer

Job Title: Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO)
Department: Executive Management Team
Reports To: Group CEO
Location: Malta or Cyprus – with international travel required

Role Overview

We are seeking a visionary and hands-on Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) to lead our global people strategy in a fast-paced, rapidly growing international company. With multiple offices and a diverse, multicultural workforce, this role is pivotal in shaping a unified, high-performing organization where talent thrives, leadership is nurtured, and our culture is lived consistently across all regions.
As a key member of the executive team, you will build scalable people operations that support our global expansion, ensuring HR is not just a support function but a strategic enabler of business success.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Leadership & Transformation

• Develop and execute a forward-looking global people strategy aligned with the company's growth plans.
• Partner closely with the CEO and executive team on organizational design, workforce planning, and leadership development to ensure our structure scales effectively.
• Act as a trusted advisor to leadership on people-related decisions, mergers, acquisitions, and future markets.
• Provide board-level reporting and presentations, influencing major decisions through data-driven insights.
• Lead change management initiatives that unify teams, strengthen culture, and prepare the organization for future challenges.

2. HR Operational Excellence

• Build a standardized HR framework across all offices, ensuring seamless processes for onboarding, performance management, payroll coordination, and employee support.
• Champion the use of HR technology and analytics to improve decision-making and operational efficiency.
• Ensure policies, systems, and practices are globally aligned yet locally adaptable, meeting both business needs and compliance requirements.

3. Talent Acquisition & Growth

• Oversee a global talent acquisition strategy to attract, hire, and retain top talent in competitive markets.
• Strengthen employer branding to position the company as a leading workplace in the events industry.
• Build succession planning frameworks and leadership pipelines to secure long-term organizational success.

4. Culture, Engagement & Inclusion

• Champion an inclusive, high-performance culture that celebrates diversity, collaboration, and innovation across all regions.
• Drive initiatives that improve employee engagement and ensure every employee feels connected to the company vision.
• Be a trusted partner to leaders and employees, fostering an environment of openness, fairness, and mutual respect.

5. Leadership Development & Learning

• Implement training and development programs that equip managers and employees with the skills to succeed and grow.
• Build structured career pathways, mentoring initiatives, and leadership readiness programs to nurture internal talent.
• Promote a learning culture where knowledge and growth are encouraged at all levels.

6. Governance, Risk & Compliance

• Ensure strong compliance with employment laws and data privacy regulations across all regions where we operate.
• Oversee HR audits, risk management, and ethical standards, safeguarding both employees and the organization.
• Maintain the highest levels of confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in all HR matters.

What We're Looking For

• An accomplished HR leader with significant experience in global, multi-office organizations, ideally within fast-paced industries.
• A proven track record of structuring HR functions, implementing scalable processes, and aligning people strategies with business goals.
• Strong leadership skills, with the ability to partner with senior executives while remaining approachable to employees at all levels.
• High emotional intelligence: Able to inspire trust across regions and functions.
• Expertise in organizational development, culture building, change management, and global HR compliance.
• A forward-thinking, data-driven approach with the agility to adapt to a fast-changing environment.
• Hands-on leadership style: A CHRO who can roll up their sleeves in a growing business.
• Commercial acumen: Balancing people priorities with business goals.
• Resilience and adaptability in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment.

What We Offer

• Free access to courses through the iGaming Academy + reimbursement for relevant courses after probation
• Travel for up to 6 weeks per year from any of SiGMA's offices worldwide (Malta, Cyprus, Serbia, Brazil, Manila, India)
• Interest free car loan T&Cs apply
• Daily snacks, weekly fruit, a birthday cake, and a vibrant new office environment
• More benefits that will be introduced during the recruitment process