Vice President HR MEI

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Job posting end date: 09/01/2025

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Title
VP HR MA MEI

Primary Location(s)
Gurugram

Introduction
We are seeking for Vice President – HR, Market Area Middle East & India.

You will be responsible for leading the region's HR operations to support the implementation of the company strategy and achieving the business targets.

In this position, you will report to President, Market Area, Middle East & India. There will be matrix reporting to Metso Chief People Officer.

This position is in Gurugram, and it involves up to 30:50% of travel to different parts of Middle East & India.

The Team you belong to
You will be a member of a global Metso HR leadership team and will lead a regional team of 20+ dynamic HR professionals, who are passionate about driving global and local People processes, initiatives and culture in Metso.

What You'll Do

• Responsible for operational HR matters for all 4000+ Metso employees located in India and Middle East countries; both in Market Area and Business Area organizations.
• HR business partner for Market Area Head and the Market Area management team, responsible for HR leadership and support in all people related topics
• Partner to Business Area HRs for employment matters within the region
• Contribute to the geography strategy and business planning by ensuring People input/point of view
• Develop Metso as a preferred employer which delivers positive candidate and employee experience, Act as an ambassador for the Company's values, leadership principles and drive change & transformation programs
• Ensure implementation of global and local HR processes, as well as compliance with local regulations and code of conduct
• Responsible for managing employee and union relations according to the business strategy
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• Responsible for coordinating possible Metso M&A initiatives in the region.

Who You Are

• Experience of leading HR operations in an international company, having responsibility over several countries – Minimum 20+ years of experience
• Experience in proactive business partnering in a global business environment. Able to successfully operate in a global matrix structure.
• Clear vision of modern HR operations and strategy, how they can support business growth with best-in-class practices, data and analytics driven mindset.
• Proven leadership, influencing and stakeholder management capabilities. Able to challenge business leaders for best results.
• Passionate about Metso's values and products in building sustainable modern life for society in general

What's In It For You

• Wellbeing and safety - benefit from occupational healthcare, generous benefits plan, mental well-being services, meal benefits, and engagement surveys.
• Annual bonus - global incentive programs tied to business and performance targets.
• Extensive learning opportunities - ongoing growth dialogues, internal mobility, mentoring programs.
• Worldwide support - leverage our network of peers across the world, offering valuable assistance. We get things done together, through open and honest communication.
• A thriving culture – we are committed to developing an inclusive culture that enables everyone to do their best and reach their full potential. A culture that is courageous, compelling, and caring, and unites our people to build a sustainable future together.

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Metso is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, nationality, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
*Metso is a frontrunner in sustainable technologies, end-to-end solutions and services for the aggregates, minerals processing and metals refining industries globally. We improve our customers' energy and water efficiency, increase their productivity, and reduce environmental risks with our product and service expertise. We are the partner for positive change.

Metso is headquartered in Espoo, Finland. At the end of 2024 Metso had close to 17,000 employees in around 50 countries, and sales in 2024 were about EUR 4.9 billion. Metso is listed on the Nasdaq Helsinki.*