Head of HR APAC

Head of HR APAC - Global Professional Services
Head of HR APAC - Global Professional Services
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MD - Head of Southeast Asia & Global Financial Services Lead at Frazer Jones HR Exec Search - ex Accenture global Strategy & HR Change Mgt Consultant
Head of HR (APAC) - Global Professional Services firm
Compensation:
Excellent package on offer
We have been retained by a prestigious international professional services firm with a strong and highly reputable APAC business, who is looking to appoint a
Head of HR (APAC)
to lead its HR function across the region. With offices in Singapore, Hong Kong, Korea, Australia, Japan, and SEA, and a regional workforce of over 400+ professionals, this is a high-impact role based in Singapore.
Reporting to the Group HR Director based in EMEA and the Regional COO APAC, this role is responsible for driving the HR strategy, HR Advisory, HR projects and operations across a number of geographies. You will work closely with Partners, COOs, Office heads and senior stakeholders to align regional HR initiatives with global objectives, while leading a strong and highly collaborative HR function across the region.
In this role, you will shape and execute regional HR priorities in alignment with group wide goals, partnering with global and regional business leaders to deliver pragmatic, forward-thinking people solutions with a best in class services and a focus on quality deliverables.
You will lead regional transformation programs and oversee the implementation of strategic HR initiatives, while collaborating with Centres of Excellence and Shared Services to streamline operations and ensure consistent, high-quality service delivery. Acting as a trusted advisor and executive coach to Partners and senior leaders, you will drive engagement, performance, and cultural alignment across the region.
Additionally, you will oversee employee relations, compliance, and policy development, champion diversity and inclusion, and lead talent development and succession planning efforts. You will also be responsible for regional business planning, managing the HR budget, and ensuring operational excellence.
This is a hands-on and strategic leadership role that demands exceptional stakeholder management, commercial acumen, and a deep understanding of HR practices across Asia. You will be instrumental in shaping the people agenda and fostering a high-performance, inclusive culture.
To succeed, you will bring extensive experience in senior HR leadership roles, operating within global professional services / partnership environments. You will have a strong track record of leading regional teams and delivering complex change programs, along with deep knowledge of employment laws and HR practices across multiple Asian jurisdictions. Your success will be underpinned by exceptional communication, consulting, and influencing skills, as well as a proactive, innovative mindset and a passion for continuous improvement and people development.
Why Apply?
This is a rare opportunity to join a globally respected professional services firm in a high-profile regional leadership role. You’ll have the platform to shape the future of the firm’s people strategy in Asia and make a lasting impact across the business, working with wonderful people where you can stay and grow long term
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Seniority level
Seniority level Director
Employment type
Employment type Full-time
Job function
Job function Human Resources
Industries Professional Services, Law Practice, and IT Services and IT Consulting
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