Head of HR - Kaplan MENA

Head of HR - Kaplan Professional MENA

Location: Dubai, United Arab of Emirates

Working pattern: Full Time

Contract Type: Permanent

Number of roles: 1

Salary: AED 30,000 - AED 35,000 per month

We are looking for a Head of HR to join our team.

As the Head of Human Resources for Kaplan MENA, you will be a strategic partner to the business leadership, responsible for developing and leading the people agenda to drive the success of the Kaplan Professional business in the Middle East and North Africa.

The primary focus will be on the KP MENA business, covering the full spectrum of HR responsibilities. The role will also include a crucial secondary focus: leveraging the expertise and resources of the KP MENA HR team to provide hands-on operational HR support to other Kaplan business units (BUs) operating within the region who do not have the scale to justify their own local HR function.

In total, the role involves supporting a growing employee population of more than 100 across the region.

This is an excellent opportunity for an expert HR Leader who is looking to expand their skills and build their career with an industry leader.

A detailed job description can be viewed here. If the link does not work for you, please copy and paste the following URL into your web browser: https://tinyurl.com/ypm8mjvk.

What you’ll bring to the role

You will be an experienced, hands-on HR leader, adept at balancing the strategic and operational needs of the business across the region. You must possess the requisite skills to navigate complex, multi-jurisdictional employment laws across the MENA region and create an environment where a small, high-impact team can deliver exceptional results.

This will include:

• Proven experience in a HR leadership role, including driving culture, engagement, and people strategy within a multi-site or regional context.

• Knowledge of MENA labour laws (including UAE and KSA) and demonstrated experience in developing and implementing compliant regional HR policies and programs.

• Strong understanding of organisational development, talent management, and change management principles in a smaller business context.

• Expertise in fostering an inclusive workplace culture that respects and leverages the diverse backgrounds of a MENA workforce.

• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence diverse stakeholders at all levels.

• Commercial awareness with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, capable of providing market-informed advice.

• Ability to balance multiple strategic and operational priorities effectively, demonstrating a hands-on approach to ensure seamless service delivery with limited shared resources.

• Comfortable with learning and adopting new digital tools, including AI-powered platforms, to enhance efficiency and leverage autonomation

What we do

As a global educational leader, Kaplan operates across diverse sectors, offering expertise in professional development, language training. higher education and test preparation. With a deep understanding of regional needs, we combine global expertise with local insights to deliver transformative, high-quality learning solutions across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA).

We are a dedicated and trusted partner for businesses, governments, and individuals, driving success through tailored learning solutions. Our programs are expertly designed to meet the unique needs of each learner, ensuring meaningful progress at every stage of their journey. With a proven track record, we remain committed to unlocking potential through the transformative power of education.

How to apply

Please apply with CV and cover letter no later than 19th April 2026. Note, we recommend that you apply at the earliest as we reserve the right to close the role before the closing date if we have gathered a suitable shortlist.

Application Support  

If you require support completing your application or wish to talk to someone about the role before applying please email the Recruitment Team kaplanstaff.recruitment@kaplan.com.