Groupm Senior Manager

Reporting to the Head of Rewards, People Systems and Analytics, APAC, the Senior Manager / Director, People Systems, APAC will be responsible for overseeing and optimizing the organization's people systems, processes, and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations. You will play a critical role in driving operational excellence, fostering a positive employee experience, and ensuring that our company remains compliant with applicable laws and regulations.

The role holder will collaborate with the WPP and Global GroupM People Systems as well the wider People and IT community (both across APAC and globally) to support the delivery of the people systems transformation agenda for GroupM’s 12,000+ employees across all of APAC (c37,500 globally).

**Responsibilities**:
1. Strategy Development:

- Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for people systems, processes, and compliance that aligns with the organization's goals and objectives.
- Collaborate with senior leaders and key stakeholders to identify opportunities for process improvement and implement best practices to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and regulatory changes to ensure our systems and processes remain current and compliant.

2. People Systems and Processes Management:

- Oversee the design, implementation, and maintenance of scalable and efficient people systems, including HRIS, performance management, talent acquisition, onboarding, employee development, and offboarding.
- Identify process bottlenecks, inefficiencies, and areas for improvement, and implement streamlined and automated solutions.
- Drive the adoption and effective utilization of people systems across the organization, providing training and support as needed.

3. Compliance and Risk Management:

- Develop, implement, and maintain compliance programs to ensure adherence to relevant employment laws, regulations, and internal audit requirements.
- Ensure that there are clear Business Continuity Plans for core People Systems and Processes.
- Stay informed about changing legal, regulatory, and internal audit requirements and ensure that the organization's processes and practices remain compliant.

4. Employee Experience and Support:

- Partner with People Teams and other relevant stakeholders to ensure that people systems and processes align with employee needs and promote a positive employee experience.
- Provide guidance and support to People team members on system usage, process adherence, and compliance matters.
- Address and resolve escalated issues related to people systems, processes, and compliance.

**Qualifications**:

- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Technology or a related field.
- PMP certified highly advantageous.
- Extensive experience (8+ years) in HR operations, systems, process improvement, and compliance roles.
- Strong knowledge of HR systems and technologies, such as HRIS, talent management, and performance management systems.
- In-depth understanding of employment laws, regulations, and compliance requirements.
- Proven track record of implementing and optimizing people systems and processes in a complex organization.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Strong leadership abilities with the ability to collaborate and influence across all levels of the organization.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

**More about GroupM**

GroupM leads and shapes media markets by delivering performance enhancing media products and services, powered by data and technology. Our global network agencies and businesses enable our people to work collaboratively across borders with the best in class, providing them the opportunity to accelerate their progress and development. We are not limited by teams or geographies; our scale and diverse range of clients lets us be more adventurous with our business and talent. We give our talent the space, support and tools to innovate and grow.

**About Singapore**

GroupM Singapore operates in one of the most dynamic and exciting environments in the world. Although it is a small domestic market, there is a vibrant media industry which is undergoing rapid evolution as digital technology reshapes the way marketing supports advertisers’ needs. Being at the crossroads of Asia means that aside from the local clients and media owners, we also have a high proportion of multi-national clients and media owners.

As the largest media investment management company in Singapore with over 41% market share (Recma) and over 650 employees, GroupM Singapore is the premiere organisation to join and develop a career in.