Head of Human Resources


Prime Responsibilities
•  Strategic HR Leadership:
•  Develop and execute a forward-looking human capital strategy aligned with the Bank long-term business objectives and transformation agenda.
•  Lead workforce planning, organizational design, and succession planning to ensure sustainable leadership pipelines and future capability.
•  Establish HR metrics and performance indicators that align human capital outcomes with business strategy.
•  Serve as a trusted strategic advisor to the Managing Director and the Board on people, culture, and organizational matters.
•  Talent Acquisition & Workforce Development:
•  Lead the development of best-in-class talent acquisition strategies to attract and retain high-caliber professionals.
•  Oversee senior and executive recruitment processes and chair selection panels where required.
•  Design and implement leadership development and talent acceleration programs to build the Bank future leadership bench.
•  Promote a culture of continuous learning and professional development across the organization.
•  Performance Management & Organizational Development:
•  Strengthen the Bank performance management framework to reinforce accountability, productivity, and merit-based progression.
•  Lead key organizational development initiatives, including change management, cultural transformation, and leadership succession.
•  Drive initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness, collaboration, and agility.
•  Employee Relations & Engagement:
•  Develop progressive HR policies and initiatives that foster employee engagement, inclusion, and a high-performance culture.
•  Supervise grievance handling, disciplinary procedures, and employee counseling in line with best governance practices.
•  Implement structured communication platforms, surveys, and feedback mechanisms to strengthen employee voice and engagement.
•  Compensation & Benefits:
•  Develop and maintain competitive compensation frameworks and pay structures aligned with market benchmarks and business strategy.
•  Conduct salary benchmarking and industry surveys time to time to ensure market competitiveness.
•  Manage employee benefits programs and recommend enhancements that strengthen attraction and retention of talent.
•  HR Governance & Compliance:
•  Ensure full compliance with regulatory requirements, labor laws, and corporate governance standards.
•  Look after HR-related legal matters and coordinate with legal counsel when required.
•  Strengthen HR reporting, analytics, and HRIS capabilities to support data-driven decision-making.
•  HR Operations & Administration:
•  Provide leadership to the HR team and ensure efficient delivery of HR services across the organization.
•  Administer HR budgeting, vendor management, and external HR advisory engagements where necessary.
•  Collaborate closely with business leaders to ensure HR policies and practices effectively support the Bank strategic priorities.


Qualification & Other Competencies
•  Masters degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or Management from a reputable university.
•  Professional certifications such as SHRM-SCP, GPHR, CIPD, CHRP, PMP, PRINCE2, or Lean Six Sigma will be considered an advantage.
•  20-25 years of progressive HR experience, including senior leadership roles in large organizations (preferably within banking or financial industry).
•  Proven track record in strategic HR leadership, organizational development, and talent management.
•  Demonstrated experience in governance, regulatory compliance, and large-scale organizational transformation initiatives.
•  Strong strategic leadership and stakeholder management capability.
•  Demonstrated ability to drive organizational transformation and cultural change.
•  Deep understanding of modern HR practices including talent strategy, leadership development, and workforce analytics.
•  Ability to serve as a strategic advisor to senior leadership and the Board on people and organizational matters.


Job Location
•  EBL Head Office, Dhaka


Compensation & Benefit
•  EBL offers excellent career growth opportunities with competitive remuneration, performance-based incentives, and continuous learning and development programs.


If you are ready to take on a rewarding and challenging career with one of the most progressive banks in the country, please visit www.ebl.com.bd/career and apply online on or before April 16, 2026. Selection will be based strictly on merit, experience, and performance. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted following due process. Any form of persuasion will result in disqualification. EBL reserves the right to accept or reject any application without assigning reason.