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Jasem Alkhatri

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Chief Human Resources Officer at RAK Ceramics
📍 Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates

Jasem Alkhatri is the Group Chief Human Resources Officer at RAK Ceramics, bringing over 23 years of experience in talent and culture transformation. Educated at London Business School and UAE University, he focuses on building high-performance teams and aligning HR with business goals, previously holding the CPO role at Emirates Steel Arkan.

He is passionate about creating work environments where people can thrive and reach their full potential. Jasem advocates for leadership rooted in simple, positive behaviors, believing that being a good listener and showing appreciation are cornerstones of a strong and successful organizational culture.

Jasem champions the idea that being "nice" is a form of strategic leadership that builds trust, strengthens culture, and elevates team performance.

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Experience
26 Years
Current Role
Chief Human Resources Officer
Job Level
Leadership
Location
Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
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Culture Transformation
A core theme in his professional history and social media posts, emphasizing that changing an organization's culture is a key leadership challenge.
Strategic Leadership
He frequently shares his belief that effective leadership isn't complicated and is built on simple, positive behaviors that build trust and elevate performance.
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Career

Work history

3-2025
Chief Human Resources Officer
RAK Ceramics
6-2023 - 2-2025
Group Chief People Officer
EMSTEEL Group
7-2020 - 6-2023
Chief Human Resources Officer
EMSTEEL Group
4-2017 - 7-2020
VP Human Capital & Services
EMSTEEL Group
1-2012 - 4-2017
Human Resources Director
Abu Dhabi Department of Economic Development
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Education
HR Strategy in Transforming Organisations
London Business School
2007 - 2009
Executive MBA
United Arab Emirates University
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