VP – People Operations and Integrations

Position: VP – People Operations and Integrations

Company: Trilogy
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Experience: 8–12 Years in HR (2+ years in Director/VP roles)
Education: Bachelor’s Degree (any discipline)
Nationality: Open to all nationalities
Gender: Not specified
Vacancy: 1 position
Industry: Consulting / Management Consulting / Advisory Services
Department: Administration

Job Summary

Lead high-impact global HR transitions and offboarding processes with precision, especially during RIFs (Reductions in Force) and post-M&A integrations. You’ll work across Legal, Finance, IT, and HR to ensure every action is timely, compliant, and respectful.

Key Responsibilities

• Execute high-volume RIFs and HR transitions globally (US, UK, EU, India)
• Build and manage timelines, dependencies, and stakeholder coordination
• Translate legal guidelines into clear, respectful employee communications
• Oversee logistics: final pay, system access, benefits, and compliance
• Partner with Legal on complex cases and strengthen legal knowledge

What You Won’t Be Doing

• Delegating tough conversations
• Focusing on HR theory or engagement surveys
• Working in silos
• Relying solely on Legal for decision-making
• Slowing under pressure

Requirements

• 8–12 years HR experience (with at least 2 years as Director or VP)
• Proven experience managing RIFs and post-M&A transitions
• Working knowledge of employment law in at least two regions (e.g., US, UK, EU, India)
• Strong writing skills for clear documentation
• Cross-functional collaboration experience (payroll, IT, legal, HRIS)
• SHRM-SCP, SPHR, or equivalent certification

Preferred Qualifications

• GPHR, CIPD Level 7, or global HR certifications
• Experience in private equity or fast-paced M&A environments