Career Brief

Karim Samir Abdel Rahman is a seasoned HR and Organisational Development (OD) Leader and the Founder and Managing Director of K7 Consultancy Ltd. With over 20 years of experience spanning the UK, MENA, and GCC regions, Karim has a proven track record of delivering transformative HR and OD solutions that align human capital strategies with organisational objectives, fostering sustainable growth and operational excellence.

Karim’s expertise includes designing and implementing competency-based HR frameworks, leading large-scale organisational transformations, and enhancing reward management strategies to drive employee engagement and business performance. His extensive portfolio includes developing leadership programmes, establishing assessment and development centres, and integrating AI-driven HR technologies to support decision-making and talent alignment.

Throughout his career, Karim has successfully partnered with organisations across diverse sectors, including telecommunications, retail, financial services, pharmaceuticals, and NGOs, delivering customised solutions that empower teams, optimise performance, and future-proof businesses. As a certified assessor for Korn Ferry, SHL, and A&DC, and a PRINCE2 practitioner, Karim leverages his technical expertise to deliver impactful, data-driven results.

A collaborative leader and mentor, Karim combines strategic insight with a passion for empowering individuals and organisations to reach their full potential. His dedication to integrity, innovation, and value creation ensures that every engagement not only meets immediate challenges but also positions organisations for long-term success in an ever-evolving business landscape.

Areas of Expertise

• HR Transformation – Aligning HR strategies with business objectives to drive organisational excellence.
• Organisational Development (OD) – Structuring solutions to foster growth, resilience, and sustainability.
• Reward Management – Designing reward systems that motivate employees and align with business goals.
• AI-Driven HR Solutions – Leveraging AI tools for data-driven talent management and decision-making.
• Competency Frameworks – Developing frameworks to define, assess, and enhance key organisational competencies.
• Assessment and Development Centres – Creating impactful programmes to evaluate and grow talent.
• Leadership Development – Crafting initiatives to cultivate high-impact leaders.
• Change Management – Driving seamless transitions to achieve strategic objectives.

Education & Professional Certifications

• Artificial Intelligence Applications in Business from University of Oxford – Said Business School
• Strategic Alignment Practitioner from University of Oxford – Said Business School
• Holding a BSc in Civil Engineering (Construction Project Management)
• SHL Qualifications – Multiple Assessment Series.
• A&DC Certified Assessor.
• Korn Ferry (HAY Group) – Talent Q Accredited Assessor
• Egyptian Institute of Directors (EIoD), Egypt. Board of Directors’ Role in Corporate Governance