SSH appoints Sophie Jules Massant as Chief Human Resources Officer

The company announced, “We are delighted to welcome Sophie Jules Massant as SSH’s new Chief Human Resources Officer. With extensive experience across multiple industries and deep regional and international expertise, Sophie has successfully driven people transformation throughout her career. She brings both passion and a proven ability to deliver value through HR—qualities that will greatly support SSH in delivering on its vision."

"Sophie will lead SSH’s people strategy with a strong focus on leadership development, employee experience, and shaping a future-ready workforce. She will also join SSH’s leadership team to support the company’s ambition to be the Employer of Choice across the markets it serves. We look forward to her valuable contribution and welcome Sophie on board!," it added. 

Massant brings over two decades of HR leadership experience to her new role. She most recently served as Chief Support Officer at Rasan for over two years. Prior to that, she held senior HR roles with Bahri (Head of HR – Head of Centre of Excellence), Jacobs (HR Manager, Expo 2020 Programme Office), DP World (Human Capital Consultant), Seadrill (Global HR Manager), and APM Terminals (Regional HR Manager). 

Matt Squires, CEO of SSH, welcomed Massant, saying, “Sophie brings a wealth of experience and regional insight, combined with a passion for people development. Her leadership will be instrumental in driving SSH forward and ensuring our continued success as an Employer of Choice.” 

Massant added, “I’m happy to join SSH as Chief Human Resources Officer, where I will be driving people strategy across the Middle East and beyond. I aim to build work cultures where leadership, innovation, and employee experience go hand in hand—balancing compliance with creativity, and strategy with heart.”