Chief Executive Officer

About Hire and Care

Hire and Care DP GmbH is a Germany-headquartered international recruitment and global mobility company, specializing in the ethical placement of healthcare professionals, skilled workers, and students from India to Germany and across Europe. With operations in both India and Germany, we provide end-to-end solutions ranging from talent sourcing, training, visa processing, and cultural integration support.

Our Kochi office - Hire and Care Talent Solutions Pvt. Ltd. serves as the strategic hub for our Indian operations, managing recruitment, language training, compliance, and our growing study abroad and international education services.

Role Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and visionary Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to lead and scale our India operations. The CEO will be responsible for expanding our core business in international recruitment (healthcare and beyond), strengthening our study abroad vertical, building new partnerships, and driving operational excellence. This role demands strategic foresight, strong execution skills, and a passion for ethical global mobility.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Define and execute long-term strategic plans for India operations aligned with our global goals.
• Expand recruitment beyond healthcare into sectors such as IT, skilled trades, hospitality, and logistics.
• Scale up our study abroad services for students aspiring to pursue education in Germany and Europe

Business Development & Partnerships

• Forge partnerships with European employers, universities, and vocational institutions.
• Represent the company in key industry events, education fairs, and policy forums.
• Identify and develop new business lines and service models.

Operations Management

• Oversee recruitment, training, documentation, visa coordination, and post-arrival support.
• Ensure seamless coordination between India and Germany teams for candidate lifecycle management.
• Optimise processes for scalability, compliance, and quality assurance.

Financial Management

• Prepare and manage budgets, ensure cost controls, and deliver on revenue and profitability goals.
• Monitor financial performance and report to the Board of Directors with transparency.

Team Leadership

• Lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing cross-functional team.
• Build a culture of accountability, ethics, learning, and performance.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure adherence to Indian and European regulations governing international recruitment, education consultancy, and data privacy.
• Champion ethical and transparent practices, particularly in fee structures and candidate engagement.

Desired Candidate Profile

• Minimum 10 years of experience in leadership roles, ideally in international recruitment, global mobility, education consultancy, or HR services.
• Proven track record of business growth and team leadership.
• Strong understanding of global migration trends, German/EU immigration, or international higher education processes.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with strategic vision and execution capability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Prior experience working with international teams or cross-border projects is highly desirable.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, International Relations, or relevant field preferred.

Why Join Us:

At Hire and Care, you'll lead a mission-driven team that's transforming lives through ethical international recruitment and global education.We offer competitive compensation, performance-based rewards, and a collaborative culture built on trust, purpose, and global teamwork.

If you're ready to lead with integrity, scale new markets, and grow with a company that values people over profit, let's talk.

How to Apply:

Please send your CV and a cover letter to jobs@hireandcare.de with the subject line: Application – CEO, Kochi Office