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S$190,000 - S$250,000 per year, variable bonus, benefits
permanent
full-time

specialism
human resources
sub specialism
generalist hr
reference number
91M0271176_7814629130675653122

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Our client is a market leading multi-disciplinary design and built environment consultancy with a footprint spanning over half a century across Asia. Due to business transformation and regional expansion, they are now seeking a talented Regional Head of Human Resources to drive a progressive people agenda and innovative workforce solutions into their high-growth regional hubs. ...

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Partnering closely with the C-Suites and Executive Board of Directors, you will lead the Human Resources function and act as the core strategic HR partner to the leadership team. In addition, you will:

Drive regional human resources strategies and people agenda across Asia-Pacific; countries include Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, China and India
Manage and lead an established local and regional Human Resources and Operations team of ~20 headcounts
Lead progressive workplace culture, workforce planning, succession planning / talent management whilst maintaining operational and governance oversight over comprehensive human resources and office administration matters
Spearhead the regional integration, roll-out, and optimisation of Workday, driving data-backed decision-making through progressive analytics and localised competency reporting frameworks
Effectively present people agenda and talent strategies in Board meetings; driving towards organisation goals and objectives
Monitor and analyse key HR data points to identify talent trends, translating those findings into practical, high-impact action plans for business leaders

skills and experience required

20 years experience in Human Resources, of which 10 years within an APAC leadership capacity
Experience within the design, construction, engineering consultancy and / or architecture industries is essential
Proven leadership experience managing and leading human capital functions regionally
Strong business acumen, effective communication skills and ability to partner with senior leaders and C-Suites to drive strategies and operational excellence
Extensive hands-on track record executing complex organisational restructuring, change management, large-scale workforce transition including operations offshoring
Demonstrated technical agility in driving the implementation, optimisation, and regional adoption of Workday regionally
Deep understanding of regional employment laws, regulations and compliance requirements

To apply online please use the 'apply' function, alternatively you may contact Bernie Chng, Associate Director - Randstad Singapore (EA: 94C3609 / R1441391)

Partnering closely with the C-Suites and Executive Board of Directors, you will lead the Human Resources function and act as the core strategic HR partner to the leadership team. In addition, you will:

Drive regional human resources strategies and people agenda across Asia-Pacific; countries include Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, Thailand, China and India
Manage and lead an established local and regional Human Resources and Operations team of ~20 headcounts
Lead progressive workplace culture, workforce planning, succession planning / talent management whilst maintaining operational and governance oversight over comprehensive human resources and office administration matters
Spearhead the regional integration, roll-out, and optimisation of Workday, driving data-backed decision-making through progressive analytics and localised competency reporting frameworks
Effectively present people agenda and talent strategies in Board meetings; driving towards organisation goals and objectives
Monitor and analyse key HR data points to identify talent trends, translating those findings into practical, high-impact action plans for business leaders

skills and experience required

20 years experience in Human Resources, of which 10 years within an APAC leadership capacity
Experience within the design, construction, engineering consultancy and / or architecture industries is essential
Proven leadership experience managing and leading human capital functions regionally
Strong business acumen, effective communication skills and ability to partner with senior leaders and C-Suites to drive strategies and operational excellence
Extensive hands-on track record executing complex organisational restructuring, change management, large-scale workforce transition including operations offshoring
Demonstrated technical agility in driving the implementation, optimisation, and regional adoption of Workday regionally
Deep understanding of regional employment laws, regulations and compliance requirements

To apply online please use the 'apply' function, alternatively you may contact Bernie Chng, Associate Director - Randstad Singapore (EA: 94C3609 / R1441391)

experience
15 years
skills
business partnering, strategy, transformation, workday, regional HR director
qualifications
Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or equivalent
education
Bachelor Degree

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