The HR Country Manager – Iraq is responsible for developing and executing the local HR strategy and plans to deliver Weatherford’s business and people objectives. The role leads a team of HR professionals to provide high-quality, customer-focused services aligned with global HR policies, ensuring effective balance between global standards and Iraq’s regulatory and cultural environment.
As a trusted partner to the business, the incumbent will advise, coach, and support leaders in all people-related matters. The position requires navigating complexity in talent markets, labour regulations, and organisational change to deliver efficient, compliant, and impactful HR solutions. This position is pivotal in shaping Weatherford’s culture and people agenda in Iraq — balancing strategic impact with operational excellence to enable business success.
Responsibilities:
Safety, Quality & Compliance:
Role model and actively promote Weatherford’s Safety, Quality & Compliance policies
Ensure compliance with local labour laws, company standards, and ethical practices
Continuously improve HR processes to enhance quality, service, and productivity
Strategic & Operational Delivery:
- Translate the MENA & Global HR and business strategy into actionable plans for Iraq
- Partner with management to design and execute HR initiatives covering talent acquisition, development, performance, reward, succession, and retention
- Support organisational design, change management, and leadership development initiatives
- Oversee efficient and compliant execution of HR transactions through Shared Services
- Develop HR budgets, forecasts, and KPIs; monitor delivery and drive continuous improvement
Business Partnership
Build trusted relationships with business and functional leaders to provide proactive advice and solutions
Anticipate and address people-related challenges impacting operations and performance
Partner with the Geozone and Global HR networks to ensure alignment with the “One Weatherford” way of operating
Communication & Stakeholder Engagement:
Maintain strong, transparent communication with management, employees, and external stakeholders
Ensure awareness and compliance with Weatherford’s policies and local regulatory requirements
Promote a positive employee experience and culture of trust, accountability, and inclusion
Financial Stewardship:
- Apply sound financial and resource management principles in all HR initiatives
- Deliver cost-effective HR services that support business performance and productivity
- Uses HR metrics and analytics to assess productivity, cost efficiency, and talent ROI, translating insights into actionable, data-driven decisions.
People Development:
- Lead, coach, and develop the Iraq HR team to build capability and deliver excellence
- Foster a culture of performance, collaboration, and continuous learning
- Support succession planning and talent pipeline development across all levels
Vision & Leadership:
- Drive an integrated HR strategy for Iraq aligned with global priorities.
- Build deep understanding of the local business context to deliver practical and high-impact solutions
- Champion cultural transformation, diversity, and employee engagement initiatives
Required:
- 10–15 years of progressive HR experience in multinational organisations
- Minimum 5 years experience at management level preferred
- Background in Oil & Gas essential
- Proven experience leading HR teams and business partnership functions
- Strong interpersonal, influencing, and communication skills at all levels
- Strategic mindset with ability to execute operational priorities
- Broad HR expertise across performance, talent, compensation, employee relations, DE&I, and learning
- Deep understanding of business drivers, risk management, and stakeholder engagement
- Ability to thrive in a complex, fast-paced, and multicultural environment
- Demonstrated leadership, mentoring, and change management capabilities
- Strong knowledge of Iraq labour law and employment practices is essential
- Fluent in Arabic and English both verbal and written is essential
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field (Master’s preferred).
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About UsWeatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world-class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.
We are focused on technology development, digital solutions, and defining our footprint in the new energy space. Our ability to provide integrated solutions across our segments will be critical to growth in our core operations and the energy transition.
Energy producers face unique challenges every day, so it is our job to create solutions that enhance safety, streamline operations, and sustain uptime to meet or exceed their targets. We operate across the global energy landscape employing some of the best diverse talent in the industry. At Weatherford, we understand the value each individual brings to the table. We celebrate diversity in all its forms and are immensely proud of our workforce. We invite you to join our passionate, talented, world-class team.
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Weatherford International plc (Nasdaq: WFRD) is a leading global energy services company. Operating in approximately 75 countries, the Company answers the challenges of the energy industry with its global talent network of approximately 17,000 team members and approximately 350 operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities
