Senior People Manager

Job title Senior People Manager

Based Singapore

Reporting to People Director

About TEAM LEWIS

We are a global marketing agency that has gone from start-up to multi-national in little over two decades. Our success is due to a combination of factors. Talented people delivering award-winning campaigns. Expanding client relationships into new markets or services. Making strategic acquisitions. TEAM LEWIS has won many prestigious awards, including Cannes Lions, PRovoke Media, ICCO, European Excellence, PRCA Digital, Digital Impact, Global Digital Excellence.

At the heart of the business is TEAM LEWIS Foundation. In January 2021, there was a need to respond to the challenges the COVID pandemic brought to communities and charitable organisations. TEAM LEWIS saw that support was crucial and change was needed to make that happen. Our local causes scheme was launched. Every member of TEAM LEWIS can nominate a local cause close to their heart to receive a cash donation. In addition, nominated causes can also benefit from a donation in kind of expertise, time, and resources. In the past year TEAM LEWIS has donated almost $2million to 445 causes around the world.

Purpose of the Role

As Senior People Manager, APAC, you are a strategic partner and trusted advisor to our business leaders and teams across the region. You champion the employee experience and drive people initiatives that support our commercial goals, culture, and growth. You consult with stakeholders on day-to-day people matters, proactively build and maintain a robust talent pipeline, and ensure our HR operations run seamlessly. You are passionate about developing talent, fostering an inclusive environment, and enabling our people to thrive at TEAM LEWIS.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with office heads and senior stakeholders to provide expert guidance on people-related topics, including employee relations, performance, development, and engagement.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline, identifying and nurturing top talent internally and externally.
• Consult with managers and teams on operational HR matters, ensuring processes are efficient, compliant, and support business priorities.
• Roll out global and regional people programmes, adapting them to local needs and driving engagement.
• Support training and development initiatives that build leadership, commercial, and business skills.
• Monitor and enhance employee engagement and satisfaction, identifying opportunities for improvement and recommending solutions.
• Advise on compensation, rewards, and benefits, ensuring alignment with market trends and business strategy.
• Provide regular insights and reporting to business stakeholders on talent metrics, market analysis, and HR operations.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with employees throughout their journey at TEAM LEWIS, supporting retention and career growth.
• Champion a positive, inclusive culture and employee advocacy across the region.
• Ensure all HR systems, trackers, and processes are up-to-date and aligned across markets.

About You

• Proven experience in HR business partnering, talent management, and operational HR within a fast-paced, international environment.
• Strong consulting skills with the ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, relationship-building, and problem-solving abilities.
• Strategic thinker who can balance day-to-day operations with long-term people planning.
• Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative, energetic, and committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of the responsibilities for this role. Other responsibilities may be added from time to time.

LEWIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating and fostering an environment focused on equality, empowerment and respect. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that supports and celebrates our diversity. We continue to invest in our efforts to ensure that LEWIS is a place where everyone can thrive.