APAC Talent Director - 12-Month Maternity Cover

R/GA Careers Page; Sydney; On-site; AUD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

R/GA is seeking a Director Talent for APAC on a 12-month maternity cover contract to lead strategic talent initiatives across the region. You will partner with senior leaders to drive employee development, succession planning, and a culture-driven approach to engagement.

You will influence organizational change using data-driven insights and collaborate with global talent leadership to deliver initiatives that enhance performance and retention across APAC.

Qualifications

• Has extensive knowledge in employee engagement, leadership development, and workforce planning.
• Has proven experience building trust and relationships with executive and senior leaders, demonstrating exceptional influence and credibility.
• Has extensive experience as a strategic partner with a strong understanding of business needs and the ability to create talent strategies that drive results.
• Is skilled at anticipating challenges and creating strategic, practical solutions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrates expertise in conflict resolution, effective communication, and the ability to navigate sensitive issues with empathy and professionalism.
• Is adept at using data to identify trends, provide insights, and make informed recommendations.
• Displays a deep commitment to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, with experience driving initiatives in this area.
• 10+ years of experience in a Talent Partner, Human Resources, or HR Business Partnering role, including 3+ years of management experience.
• Strong knowledge of employment law, employee relations, and HR best practices.

Responsibilities

• Support overall organisational business planning and strategy, working closely with the CEO, APAC, Exec Director Finance, APAC & Office MD’s.
• Working collaboratively alongside the SVP, Global Exec Director of Talent to ensure successful launch and implementation of all Global talent initiatives within APAC
• Be an agent of change, influencing stakeholders to drive new and industry leading initiatives, with the ability to speak to external market insights
• Act as a coach to senior business leaders, championing the value of people strategies, sharing knowledge and best practice within the talent team, as well as within the business
• Lead organisational change management initiatives and support leaders as needed
• Serve as a strategic partner to leaders with respect to managing internal conflicts, advising on development opportunities and resolving complex employee relations issues
• Support Learning & Development efforts across APAC, including employee engagement activities, management development and team development.
• Actively drive the career development and growth of your direct reports ensuring equal opportunities, stretch projects and empowering the team to reach their full potential.
• Act as a champion for Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

Skills

Employee engagement

Leadership development

Workforce planning

Strategic partnership

Executive influence

Data-driven insights

Conflict resolution

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Change management

Job description

R/GA is seeking a Director Talent for APAC on a 12-month maternity cover contract to lead strategic talent initiatives across the region. You will partner with senior leaders to drive employee development, succession planning, and a culture-driven approach to engagement.

You will influence organizational change using data-driven insights and collaborate with global talent leadership to deliver initiatives that enhance performance and retention across APAC.