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Our client is an innovation-driven tech startup headquartered in Melbourne, operating at the convergence of artificial intelligence, blockchain, and digital assets. They’re building next-generation solutions that reimagine how decentralized technologies and intelligent systems power businesses, financial services, and everyday experiences.
As we continue our rapid growth across the Asia-Pacific region, they're looking for an experienced and visionary Human Resources Director to lead our people strategy and build a world-class organization from the ground up.
Role Overview
As HR Director, you will be responsible for shaping the company's human capital strategy, scaling our workforce, and fostering a culture of innovation, accountability, and inclusion. You will play a critical role in aligning talent and organizational design with business goals—across local and global teams.
This is a senior leadership position, ideal for someone with 15+ years of HR experience, including 5+ years in a Director or Head of HR role at a high-growth technology company or startup.
You will report directly to the CEO and collaborate closely with executive leadership across Melbourne and international offices.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic HR Leadership
* Develop and execute an HR roadmap aligned with company goals, supporting rapid growth and international expansion.
* Advise the executive team on organizational structure, leadership development, and talent planning strategies.
* Translate business objectives into HR strategies that support culture, engagement, and performance.
2. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
* Build and scale a high-performing recruitment function to support hiring across engineering, product, commercial, and operations.
* Create innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent in AI, Web3, and crypto sectors.
* Lead workforce planning and internal mobility programs to optimize resource allocation.
3. Culture & Employee Experience
* Drive company culture initiatives to ensure a values-driven, inclusive, and high-engagement work environment.
* Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in all talent and leadership pipelines.
* Design programs that enhance employee morale, belonging, and collaboration in a hybrid or remote-first environment.
4. Performance Management & Leadership Development
* Design and implement performance frameworks, OKRs, and continuous feedback systems.
* Lead executive coaching, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives across teams and functions.
* Oversee learning & development strategy with a focus on technical, managerial, and innovation skills.
5. Compensation, Benefits & Compliance
* Develop competitive, equity-inclusive compensation strategies aligned with startup and tech industry benchmarks in Australia and APAC.
* Oversee benefits design, employee wellness, and total rewards programs tailored to diverse employee needs.
* Ensure legal and regulatory compliance with Fair Work Australia, employment laws, and crypto/tech sector-specific employment frameworks.
6. Change Management & HR Operations
* Lead organizational change initiatives, from restructuring to M&A or international expansion.
* Build and optimize scalable HR operations, systems, and policies to support fast growth.
* Implement and manage HR tech stack (e.g., HRIS, ATS, L&D platforms) to drive data-informed decisions.
Requirements
* 15+ years of progressive HR experience, with 5+ years at Director or executive level within high-growth or startup environments.
* Proven ability to scale people operations from early-stage to multi-region or global organizations.
* Experience working in or with technology companies—AI, blockchain, crypto, fintech, or Web3 preferred.
* Strong knowledge of Australian labour law, compliance frameworks, and regulatory practices.
* Exceptional leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
* Strategic mindset with the ability to operate hands-on when needed.
Preferred Qualifications
* Experience supporting remote and distributed teams across APAC or global regions.
* Familiarity with crypto/token compensation, global mobility, and Web3-native work structures (e.g., DAOs, contributor models).
* Degree in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, or Business Administration; MBA or HR certifications (e.g., AHRI, SHRM) a plus.
What they Offer
* Competitive compensation and equity package.
* Leadership role at the forefront of AI and blockchain innovation in Australia.
* Opportunity to build and shape an HR function from the ground up.
* Flexible, hybrid working environment in Melbourne’s growing tech hub.
* A mission-driven culture where innovation, autonomy, and growth are encouraged.
Note: Due to high application volume, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Executive
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Human Resources, Strategy/Planning, and Information Technology
* Industries
Human Resources Services, IT System Custom Software Development, and IT System Data Services
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