Executive Director - APAC Head of HR Technology, Data & Digital Transformation

The Japan Research Institute, Limited (Singapore Branch); Singapore; On-site; SGD 250,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

The Japan Research Institute, Limited (Singapore Branch) is seeking an Executive Director to lead HR Technology, Data & Digital Transformation across APAC. The role reports to the APAC CHRO and Global Heads, shaping HR platforms, analytics, and transformation programs.

You will drive AI adoption, automate processes, and ensure governance across multiple APAC markets, partnering with Global and regional teams to align with standards and priorities.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience across HR Technology, People Analytics, HR Operations, Shared Services, or Transformation.
• Proven track record leading large-scale HR transformation and technology programmes.
• Strong knowledge of HR systems, preferably SAP SuccessFactors.
• Experience leveraging AI, automation, analytics, and digital solutions to improve business outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute the APAC HR Technology strategy aligned with business and global HR priorities.
• Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of HR platforms, including SAP SuccessFactors and digital HR solutions.
• Drive automation, AI adoption, and process simplification to improve efficiency and user experience.
• Partner with HR, Technology, and external vendors to deliver scalable and sustainable solutions.
• Provide APAC leadership for major transformation programmes.
• Develop and lead the APAC People Analytics strategy; deliver dashboards, predictive analytics, and executive reporting.
• Establish HR data governance, quality standards, and reporting frameworks.

Skills

HR Technology

People Analytics

Data Governance

Stakeholder Mgmt

APAC Experience

Change Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/IT/Business

Tools

SAP SuccessFactors

Job description

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Executive Director - APAC Head of HR Technology, Data & Digital Transformation

Date: Sep 14, 2026

Location: Singapore

About the Role

Reporting directly to the APAC CHRO, and matrix reporting to Global Head of HR Technology and Global Head of HR Data & Analytics. This role leads the HR technology, people analytics, data governance, and digital transformation agenda across Asia Pacific.

As a member of the APAC HR Leadership Team, the role is responsible for building modern HR capabilities that enable better workforce decisions, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and an enhanced employee experience. The role partners closely with Global HR, Technology, Shared Services, and regional HR teams to drive alignment with global standards while meeting APAC business priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and execute the APAC HR Technology strategy aligned with business and global HR priorities.
• Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of HR platforms, including SAP SuccessFactors and digital HR solutions.
• Drive automation, AI adoption, and process simplification to improve efficiency and user experience.
• Partner with HR, Technology, and external vendors to deliver scalable and sustainable solutions.
• Provide APAC leadership for major transformation programmes.

People Analytics & Data Governance

• Develop and lead the APAC People Analytics strategy.
• Deliver workforce insights, dashboards, predictive analytics, and executive reporting to support business decision-making.
• Establish strong HR data governance, quality standards, and reporting frameworks.
• Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and regulatory requirements across the region.
• Leverage data and AI to drive workforce planning and organizational effectiveness.

HR Transformation

• Lead regional HR transformation initiatives that improve productivity, employee experience, and service delivery.
• Support the evolution of HR operating models, shared services, and global capability centre initiatives.
• Promote a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making across HR.

Leadership & Stakeholder Management

• Lead and develop the regional HR Technology and Analytics teams.
• Build strong partnerships with senior business leaders, HR leadership, Technology, Data, and external partners.
• Represent APAC in global HR Technology, Data, and Transformation forums and driving APAC alignment.
• Influence and align stakeholders across multiple countries, businesses, and functions.

Experience & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Technology, Information Systems, Business, Data Analytics, or a related discipline.
• 15+ years of experience across HR Technology, People Analytics, HR Operations, Shared Services, or Transformation.
• Proven track record leading large-scale HR transformation and technology programmes.
• Strong knowledge of HR systems, preferably SAP SuccessFactors.
• Experience leveraging AI, automation, analytics, and digital solutions to improve business outcomes.
• Demonstrated success operating across multiple APAC markets and complex matrix organizations.
• Strategic, data-driven leader with a proven track record of driving HR transformation, technology adoption, driving large-scale change, operational excellence, and measurable outcomes across a matrix organization.
• Highly influential stakeholder manager with strong analytical, communication, and decision-making capabilities, able to build trusted partnerships, navigate competing priorities, and balance global standards with regional business and regulatory requirements.

What Success Looks Like

• Successful delivery of the APAC HR technology and transformation roadmap.
• Strong adoption of digital and AI-enabled HR solutions.
• Enhanced quality and impact of workforce analytics and reporting.
• Improved operational efficiency through automation and process simplification.
• Robust HR data governance and regulatory compliance.
• Greater use of workforce insights in business and talent decisions.
• Strong alignment between APAC and global HR priorities.