Manager/ Senior Manager - People & Culture at SMEC (an SJ Group company)

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Consulting, Engineering

Dhaka

Full Time

Salary Negotiable

Vacancy 1 position

Salary & vacancy

Salary: Negotiable

1 vacancy

Job Description

SMEC (an SJ Group company) is seeking a Manager/ Senior Manager – People & Culture to join their team in Dhaka. This full-time position offers the opportunity to work with a multidisciplinary team supporting organizational effectiveness through people strategies, capability development, and workforce initiatives. The role involves developing and implementing talent management strategies, leading performance management processes, and driving employee engagement initiatives. As part of a global urban and infrastructure consultancy firm with over 75 years of project delivery success, you’ll be contributing to creating futures worth inheriting while working alongside 16,000 client-centric specialists across more than 120 offices in over 40 countries.

The successful candidate will play a critical role in strengthening performance management frameworks, leading learning and development initiatives, and enhancing engagement to foster an inclusive, high-performance culture. You’ll be responsible for providing operational support to the business, supporting leadership pipeline development, and leveraging data-driven insights to enable sustainable business growth. SMEC offers a supportive work environment where fresh ideas and enthusiasm are welcomed and rewarded, with a strong commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. This Manager/ Senior Manager – People & Culture position represents an excellent opportunity for experienced HR professionals looking to advance their careers in Dhaka while making a real impact on organizational effectiveness and employee development.

Requirements

Education Requirements

Formal education in business or human resources is essential for this role.

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or Management
Advanced degree (MBA/EMBA) in Human Resources preferred
Professional HR certifications are a plus

Experience Requirements

Extensive HR experience with leadership responsibilities is required.

8-10 years of progressive HR experience
Proven track record in talent management and performance management
Experience in learning & development initiatives
Leadership experience in HR operations and policy implementation

Qualifications

Comprehensive HR qualifications and strategic capabilities are essential.

Strong understanding of HR policies and local labor laws
Experience in employee engagement and retention strategies
Knowledge of Equity, Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging (EDIB) initiatives
Data-driven approach to HR decision-making

Skill Requirements

Talent Management
Performance Management
Learning & Development
Employee Engagement
HR Policy Development
Succession Planning
Leadership Development
Data Analysis
EDIB Initiatives
Stakeholder Management

Incentive & compensation

SMEC offers competitive benefits and a supportive work environment.

Opportunity to work with a global multidisciplinary consultancy
Environment where fresh ideas and enthusiasm are welcomed and rewarded
Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion
Sense of belonging and empowerment to do your best work

How to apply for SMEC (an SJ Group company) jobs

Follow these steps to apply for this position.

All applications must be submitted online
Click on the “Apply Now” link and follow the prompts
Visit the official website at www.smec.com for more information
Note: Recruitment activities are coordinated through the Global Talent Acquisition team

About SMEC (an SJ Group company)

SMEC is a global urban and infrastructure consultancy firm with over 75 years of project delivery success. As part of the SJ Group, SMEC simplifies the complex by unlocking the potential of its people to look at infrastructure differently, creating better outcomes for the future. The company is committed to positively impacting people, the environment, and the clients and communities it serves.