HR Director at Flutter SEA - On-Site Tirana Albania — Columbus
Traveler-Friendly Insight
This is an on-site, office-based leadership role in Tirana, Albania. As a Head of HR & General Services position, it requires physical presence to manage a local team, oversee Health & Safety, and partner directly with the General Manager. It is not compatible with a digital nomad or location-independent lifestyle.
That said, Tirana itself is worth noting as a base for professionals. Albania has become increasingly appealing due to its low cost of living, warm climate, and proximity to both Western Europe and the Adriatic coast. Tirana offers relatively affordable accommodation and dining compared to most EU capitals, which means even a mid-senior HR salary can stretch meaningfully here.
Albania does not yet have a dedicated digital nomad visa, but EU/EEA citizens and many nationals can stay for 90 days visa-free; longer stays typically require a work permit tied to an employer. Since this is a direct employment role with Flutter/Sisal's Albanian entity, your work authorization would be employer-sponsored.
For nomads seeking flexibility, this role is not a fit. Instead, look for Flutter Group's remote or hybrid HR roles that may be posted for their Italian or international hubs. If you're drawn to the iGaming industry, operators like Flutter regularly post remote-eligible People Operations or HRBP roles at the corporate level.
Flutter, the world's largest online sports betting and iGaming group listed on the London and New York stock exchanges, is home to the Southern Europe & Africa (SEA) region, featuring iconic brands like Sisal, Snai and PokerStars — a globally loved brand that embodies innovation and ambition, with significant growth potential in a dynamic market.
What You'll Do:- Lead the local HR and General Services function as a member of the leadership team, partnering directly with the General Manager on the people priorities that move the business.
- Translate Flutter's group people strategy into the Albanian reality, working hand-in-hand with the Corporate HR Competence Centers in Italy.
- Own the full HR cycle on the ground: workforce planning and budgeting, talent acquisition, onboarding, learning and development, performance management, compensation, disciplinary matters, labor litigation, union and labor relations, and external partnerships.
- Oversee General Services and Health, Safety & Environment (HSE), making sure our people work in a safe, modern, and well-run environment.
- Lead and coordinate the Communication team, ensuring internal and external messages reflect who we are and where we're going.
- Experienced professional with several years of experience in international, structured environments, as well as hands-on experience in start-up settings.
- A change agent with strong leadership skills and the ability to act as a role model.
- Skilled in influencing and building effective relationships.
- Hold a degree in Economics or Humanities.
- Fluent in both Italian and English.
- Proficient in using Human Capital Management software.
- Demonstrate a strong ethical approach and professional integrity.
- Proactive, flexible, innovative, and determined.
- A capable team leader and team player who fosters collaboration and empowers team members.
- Act as a coach and mentor for both team members and stakeholders.
- Skilled in active listening and committed to supporting and caring for people within the organization.
- Experienced HR Business Partner with expertise in managing the full employee lifecycle, from hiring to retirement.
- A facilitator, influencer, business partner, and problem solver who supports decision-making processes.
- Data-driven with strong analytical capabilities.
- Previous experience working with Italian companies is an advantage.
- A dynamic environment within the world's largest online gaming group.
- Opportunities for learning, growth and cross-country collaboration.
- Meal allowance.
- Supplemental Health Insurance.
- An inclusive work culture and access to our Diversity & Inclusion initiatives.
- Well-Being Support: meditation courses, online medical services and counselling with certified coaches and psychologists.
- Learning & Development: training platforms, workshops, conferences, and our FlexiLearning program (4 hours per month dedicated to learning).
- Parental Leave Packages offering additional financial and practical support.
- Volunteering during working hours.
Flutter SEA is an Equal Opportunity Organization. Diversity and Inclusion are fundamental values for us. We welcome any candidate without distinction of age, culture, religion, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression.
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