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Director of HR Operations and Employee Relations

Astana, kzFull-time2026-10-07 → 2026-11-12

Core

Lead centralized HR administration, employee relations, and compliance with Kazakhstan labor legislation for a university.

Role type

Director of HR Operations and Employee Relations

Builds

Centralized HR services, compliant employment documentation, and standardized HR processes

Domain

Higher Education / Human Resources

Required skills

HR operations management, employee relations, Kazakhstan labor law expertise, HRIS/1C proficiency, team leadership, process improvement, data analytics, international mobility administration

Preferred skills

HR professional qualifications, experience in large international academic organizations

Technologies

HRIS/1C

Responsibilities

Lead centralized HR administration across the employee lifecycle; oversee application of Kazakhstan labor legislation and university policies; manage compensation administration and internal controls; ensure accuracy of HR data and reporting; oversee employment records and statutory obligations; manage international employee mobility processes; drive process improvement and digitalization; partner with cross-functional teams; lead and develop the HR Operations team

Seniority

Director, strategic leadership & team management