Regional Communications & Engagement Lead - APAC

Endava; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Endava is seeking a Regional Communications and Engagement Lead for APAC to drive an AI-powered strategy that supports business goals. This role involves internal communications, budget management, and shaping the employer brand while fostering a culture of experimentation. Ideal candidates have a Bachelor's degree and extensive experience in corporate communications. Enjoy competitive benefits and opportunities for career development.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Career coaching

Hybrid work and flexible hours

Global internal wellbeing program

Access to wellbeing apps

Inclusion and diversity programs

Qualifications

• Minimum five years’ experience in corporate communications and engagement.
• Demonstrated success applying AI or automation to scale programs.
• Fluent in English with high cultural awareness across APAC.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an AI-driven regional engagement strategy.
• Lead internal communications and high-impact events.
• Advise leaders on storytelling and change communications.

Skills

Stakeholder-influencing

Data-driven decision-making

AI fluency

Cultural awareness

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, psychology, business administration or related field

Job description

Company Description

Technology is our how. And people are our why. For over two decades, we have been harnessing technology to drive meaningful change.

By combining world-class engineering, industry expertise and a people-centric mindset, we consult and partner with leading brands from various industries to create dynamic platforms and intelligent digital experiences that drive innovation and transform businesses.

From prototype to real-world impact - be part of a global shift by doing work that matters.

Job Description

Help shape how we connect, communicate and collaborate across our APAC region.

As our Regional Communications and Engagement Lead for APAC, you’ll shape and deliver an AI-driven communications and engagement strategy that brings our culture to life, supports business goals, and positions Endava as an employer of choice.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute an AI-driven regional engagement strategy tied directly to business outcomes
• Own regional budgets and build compelling business cases that prove ROI
• Lead internal communications—from consistent “Endava Voice” messaging to a dynamic content calendar and high-impact events (All Hands, recognition programmes and more)
• Advise senior and mid-level leaders on storytelling, change communications and thought leadership, enabling precise, inspiring and aligned messages
• Champion automation and process improvement—leverage generative-AI tools to personalise, scale and simplify campaigns and reporting
• Drive two-way dialogue via pulse surveys, focus groups and AI-powered sentiment tools to inform strategy and build trust
• Shape Endava’s employer brand in APAC through locally relevant media partnerships and campaigns
• Act as a partner to various stakeholders in positioning Endava’s employer brand externally, to the talent market and the tech community in the APAC region.
• Inspire, mentor and grow a multidisciplinary team, fostering AI fluency, agility and a culture of experimentation
• Define and track engagement and perception KPIs using advanced analytics, translating insights into actionable improvements and executive reports
  
  

Qualifications

About you

• Bachelor’s degree in communications, marketing, psychology, business administration or related field
• Minimum five years’ experience in corporate communications and engagement with a regional or global remit
• Demonstrated success applying AI or automation to scale communications or employee-experience programs
• Proven budget management, data-driven decision-making and stakeholder-influencing skills
• Fluent in English with high cultural awareness across Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore and Australia and an inclusive leadership style
• A collaborative partner who thrives in fast-moving environments and loves turning challenges into opportunities
  
  

Why join Endava

• Shape communications at both regional and global levels within a people-centric, technology-first organisation
• Work with a passionate, diverse team committed to real impact and continuous learning
• Enjoy genuine career growth, exposure to cutting-edge AI tools and the chance to influence our evolving culture
  
  

Ready to make your mark? Apply now and help us bring our APAC vision to life.

Additional Information

Discover some of the global benefits that empower our people to become the best version of themselves:

• Finance:
  Competitive salary package, share plan, company performance bonuses, value-based recognition awards, referral bonus;
• Career Development:
  Career coaching, global career opportunities, non-linear career paths, internal development programmes for management and technical leadership;
• Learning Opportunities:
  Complex projects, rotations, internal tech communities, training, certifications, coaching, online learning platforms subscriptions, pass-it-on sessions, workshops, conferences;
• Work-Life Balance:
  Hybrid work and flexible working hours, employee assistance programme;
• Health:
  Global internal wellbeing programme, access to wellbeing apps;
• Community:
  Global internal tech communities, hobby clubs and interest groups, inclusion and diversity programmes, events and celebrations.
  
  

At Endava, we’re committed to creating an open, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—because we know that inclusive teams help us deliver smarter, more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.