Head of People & Culture (HR)

About Dedale:

Dedale is the differentiating source of strategic intelligence in the technology space. With a unique team of over 150 full-time research analysts & planners, Dedale leverages a network of over 10 000 market professionals to deliver on the ground strategic intelligence to investors and corporates, with a core focus around North America and Europe.

Our team gathers top talents with diverse and international backgrounds. Our Research & Investment team has the strongest expertise in the ecosystem on B2B Software due diligence, and we are surrounded by a network of mentors including high-profile tech founders and investors.

Our Culture:

Dedale gathers a group of highly talented international individuals (incl. Filipino, French, Chinese, Moroccan, Latvian, Lebanese nationalities among others).

The leadership team is composed of experienced investment professionals & management consultants (ex-McKinsey, BCG consultants & managers).

Our advisory board is extremely high profile, including some of the most successful investors worldwide (incl. Managing Partners of the largest PE and Growth Equity funds, and Tech unicorn entrepreneurs).

We seek to develop a dream team with strong academic and professional achievements and a passion for investing and technology.

Your Opportunity:

As the HR Manager, you will be a strategic leader responsible for aligning Dedale’s people strategy with business goals across global regions. You will manage a team of Talent Acquisition Managers (grooming to become HRBPs), ensure regional consistency in HR practices, and serve as a key advisor to business leaders in the regional.

This is a pivotal role for a senior HR leader who thrives in fast-paced, high-performance, and international environments.

• Talent Acquisition Oversight

• Oversee regional recruitment operations handled by regional TA Managers, ensuring quality and efficiency

• Ensure consistency and innovation in sourcing strategies, candidate screening, interview practices, and job offers

• Monitor and improve recruiting metrics

• Drive employer branding efforts and strengthen university and recruitment partnerships in the region

• Talent & Performance Management

• Collaborate with Global Head of HR and local leadership to oversee the regional execution of performance management cycles and calibration sessions

• Guide HR teams in the regions in identifying, developing, and retaining high-potential employees

• Ensure alignment between regional talent planning and succession strategies

• Partner with L&D to deploy leadership and capability development initiatives

• Collaborate with senior leadership and department heads to align workforce plans with business strategies

• Review and guide HRBP-led organizational design, workforce planning, and change management initiatives

• Oversee rollout of corporate HR programs at the regional level (e.g., engagement surveys, DEI, talent reviews)

• Act as a strategic advisor on people issues affecting business outcomes

• Core HR

• Provide guidance on handling complex employee relations cases and investigations

• Ensure legal compliance and adherence to labor regulations across regions

• Approve or support disciplinary actions and terminations managed by HRBPs

• Champion a positive, inclusive, and ethical workplace culture

Qualifications & Requirements:

Required:

• At least 10 years of progressive HR leadership experience in a fast-paced environment.

• Proven track record in talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management.

• Strong relationship-building skills with the ability to influence and communicate effectively across all levels of an organization.

• Deep understanding of labor laws and compliance standards across multiple geographies, especially in the Philippines

• Bachelor’s degree required.

Preferred:

• Experience in high-growth companies.

• Background working in fast-paced, international, and matrixed organizations.

• Master’s degree in HR, Business, Psychology, or related field

Our Process:

• Intro Call

• Pre-Case

• Case Study & Debrief

• Final Interview