Chief HR Officer (EVP to DMD)

Job Description

Title: Chief HR Officer (EVP to DMD)

Company Name: The Premier Bank PLC

Vacancy: 1

Age: At most 55 years

Job Location: Anywhere in Bangladesh

Salary: Negotiable

Experience:

• At least 15 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Banks

• Masters
• Masters

• Postgraduate degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Management or related discipline from a reputed university with no third class/division or equivalent CGPA in the academic record.

• Any relevant Professional Qualifications i.e., CHRP, GPHR, SHRM-SCP etc. will be considered an added advantage.

• At least 15 years
• The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s): Banks

• Age At most 55 years

• Minimum 15 years of progressive HR experience in Bank or Financial Institution with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role in a reputed private commercial Bank.

• In depth knowledge in Bangladesh Bank regulations, Labor Law, governance, compliance and strategic transformation.

• Proven track record of HR modern system handling.

• Age not exceeding 55 years as of May 11, 2026 (may be relaxed for exceptionally qualified candidates)

The Premier Bank PLC., with the network of 136 branches and 67 sub-branches across the country, is on a growth trajectory to expand its network and services nationwide. As part of its commitment to corporate goals, financial inclusion and good governance, the Bank invites applications from highly experienced, strategic, and performance-driven banking professionals for the position of Chief HR Officer (CHRO), Human Resources Division.

Job Responsibility:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive HR strategies aligned with the Bank’s corporate vision, business goals, and regulatory framework.

• Act as a strategic advisor to the Managing Director & CEO and the Board on human capital planning, workforce optimization, and organizational development.

• Oversee talent acquisition, succession planning, leadership development, and employee retention strategies across the Bank.

• Formulate and review HR policies, service rules, compensation structures, and benefits in compliance with Bangladesh Bank regulations and labor laws.

• Lead performance management systems, appraisal frameworks, and incentive schemes to drive a high-performance culture.

• Ensure effective manpower planning, deployment, and productivity optimization across branches and Head Office.

• Oversee learning and development initiatives, training needs analysis, and leadership capability building.

• Strengthen employee engagement, organizational culture, ethics, and disciplinary frameworks.

• Ensure compliance with Bangladesh Bank circulars, labor laws, internal audit requirements, and regulatory inspections related to HR.

• Supervise HR operations including recruitment, payroll, leave, confirmation, promotion, transfer, disciplinary actions, and retirement processes.

• Lead HR digitization initiatives, HRIS enhancement, and data-driven HR analytics.

• Manage industrial relations, grievance handling, and employee communication mechanisms.

• Coordinate with regulators, external auditors, training institutes, and relevant stakeholders as required.

• Uphold the highest standards of corporate governance, confidentiality, and professional ethics.

• Attractive compensation package including Group Insurance coverage;

• A professional and friendly working environment;

• Clear career progression opportunities.