Assistant Director, Human Resources

About this role

Summary

We are seeking a seasoned HR Director to lead strategic HR initiatives across the APAC region, with a strong emphasis on employee engagement and deep operational experience in China HR practices. This role will partner closely with business leaders to foster a high-performance culture, drive cross-border HR strategies, and ensure compliance with local labor regulations.

Strategic HR Leadership

Develop and implement regional HR strategies aligned with APAC HR and business objectives.

Serve as a strategic advisor to regional leadership on people-related matters.

Employee Engagement

Design, lead, and scale employee engagement frameworks across diverse APAC markets.

Analyze engagement data and translate insights into action plans.

Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.

China HR Operations

Oversee HR operations in China, ensuring compliance with local labor laws, social insurance, and taxation policies. Act as a key liaison with legal and external regulatory bodies in China.

Coach and support local team on matters relating to talent acquisition, workforce planning, and performance management tailored to the China market.

Regional Talent & Culture Development

Lead initiatives on leadership development, succession planning, and high-potential employee programs.

Promote a unified company culture while respecting local nuances across countries.

Policy & Compliance

Standardize HR policies across the region while accommodating local regulatory differences.

Lead audits, risk assessments, and employee relations matters in collaboration with country HR teams.

Who we’re looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field;
• Related industry experience is strongly preferred
• Minimum 10–15 years of progressive HR leadership experience, including:
• Strong exposure to employee engagement programs across APAC
• Hands-on operational HR experience in China
• Proven ability to work in a matrix, fast-paced, multicultural environment.
• Strong analytical and data-driven decision-making capabilities.
• Change leadership and business transformation experience.
• Strong knowledge of regional labor laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, influence, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in English; Mandarin proficiency is highly preferred due to China responsibilities.
• Singaporeans only.