GFT is a recognized pioneer in digital transformation, leveraging cutting-edge technologies to deliver sustainable solutions across financial services. With deep engineering expertise and strong partnerships, we empower clients with modern platform and data engineering solutions, tailored for the Capital Markets sector. GFT has a strong reputation for excellence in implementing cloud-native platforms and next-gen technology solutions for corporate and investment banks. 

Role Summary

The Chief People Officer (CPO) will be responsible for shaping and executing the company’s people strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering a culture of engagement, performance, and continuous improvement. As a member of the Executive Committee, the CPO will oversee the entire HR function, including recruitment, employer branding, internal communications, learning & development, compensation & benefits, payroll, and personnel administration. This person will report directly to the Chief Executive Officer (CEO).

This role is an excellent opportunity for a forward-thinking HR leader who thrives in a transformative environment and is passionate about driving strategic HR excellence and meaningful impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and drive the company’s talent agenda, ensuring a best-in-class HR strategy.
• Oversee key HR functions including recruitment, employee engagement, learning & development, total rewards, payroll, and HR operations.
• Support business transformation into an AI technology powerhouse with strong local market growth.
• Spearhead leadership development initiatives to strengthen the leadership pipeline.
• Enhance employee engagement strategies to drive motivation, retention, and productivity.
• Improve and automate HR processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Implement AI-driven HR solutions to optimize talent management and decision-making.
• Develop and execute a data-driven people analytics strategy to support business objectives.
• Ensure robust budget management and cost-effective HR strategies.
• Build organizational capabilities through strategic workforce planning and capability development.
• Manage and continuously improve key HR processes, ensuring alignment with global strategy and compliance with employment laws.

Key Qualifications & Experience

• A minimum of 8 years of HR experience in a senior managerial role including CPO or similar.
• Experience in a large-scale IT or technology company (800+ employees).
• Knowledge of modern HR tools and methods, including HR technology, HR process automation & AI solutions implementation.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment.
• A challenger mindset with a commitment to continuous improvement and innovation.
• Fluent in English, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Deep expertise in employee engagement, leadership development, competitive total rewards, employer value proposition (EVP), recruitment, and employment law.

Our Offer

• Working in an experienced, dynamic and dedicated senior peer team.
• High autonomy, ownership and opportunity to deliver impact at a local and international level.
• Opportunity to contribute to the growing success of a high-performing, leading technology and consulting firm with a global presence.
• Collaborative, flexible, and supportive work environment that fosters innovation and job satisfaction.
• Opportunity to lead the HR function in a fast-evolving business environment.
• A dynamic, data-driven, and innovative HR team to collaborate with.
• Exciting career, ability to diversify roles and growth opportunities.
• Competitive salary and extra benefit package that can be tailored to your personal needs (private medical coverage, sport & recreation package, lunch subsidy, life insurance, etc.).
• Flexible contract of employment.