Regional Head - HR Shared Services (APAC)

Michael Page; Selangor; On-site; MYR 20,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global HR solutions provider seeks an Asia HR Shared Service Center Head to drive payroll standardization and oversee Employee Life Cycle data administration in Workday. The successful applicant will have 10-15 years of HR Shared Services experience with a strong background in leadership and compliance with Asia's labor laws. This role offers significant regional leadership exposure and opportunities for career growth in an inclusive team culture focused on innovation and continuous development.

Benefits

Career growth opportunities

Inclusive team culture

Continuous learning and development

Qualifications

• Minimum 10-15 years of HR Shared Services experience, including 3-5 years in regional leadership.
• Proven track record in payroll standardization and vendor migration.
• Expertise in Workday administration and data governance.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing diverse teams.
• Knowledge of Asia labor laws and data privacy requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead payroll standardization and migration to a third-party vendor across Asia.
• Oversee end-to-end Employee Life Cycle data administration in Workday.
• Drive SSC operational excellence and lead a high-performing team.
• Ensure compliance with Asia labor laws, tax regulations, and data privacy standards.

Skills

HR Shared Services

Payroll standardization

Workday administration

Leadership

Knowledge of labor laws

Job description

About Our Client

A global organization recognized for operational excellence and innovation, committed to building world-class HR capabilities across Asia. This is your chance to join a forward-thinking company that values collaboration, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Job Description

As the Asia HR Shared Service Center Head, you will:

• Lead payroll standardization and migration to a third-party vendor across Asia
• Oversee end-to-end Employee Life Cycle (ELC) data administration in Workday
• Drive SSC operational excellence and lead a high-performing team
• Ensure compliance with Asia labor laws, tax regulations, and data privacy standards

The Successful Applicant

• Minimum 10-15 years of HR Shared Services experience, including 3-5 years in regional leadership
• Proven track record in payroll standardization and third party vendor migration
• Expertise in Workday administration and data governance
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing diverse teams
• Knowledge of Asia labor laws and data privacy requirements

What's on Offer

• Regional leadership exposure with collaboration across global teams
• Opportunity to shape HR operations strategy for Asia
• Inclusive team culture with continuous learning and development
• Permanent role with career growth in a global organization

Ready to lead HR transformation and make an impact across Asia? Apply today or reach out to learn more about this exciting opportunity!