Group Head of Human Resources

Private Advertiser; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional investment group is seeking a Group Head of Human Resources to lead the development of HR strategies that facilitate growth, operational excellence, and cultural alignment. This role encompasses hands-on HR operations combined with strategic leadership, overseeing HR functions across Singapore, Malaysia, and South Asia. Candidates should have 12-15 years of progressive HR experience and a solid understanding of employment laws in the region. This position offers a collaborative work environment and the opportunity to shape HR practices for emerging businesses.

Benefits

Opportunity to shape HR foundation

Exposure to multi-sector leadership

Collaborative and values-driven environment

Qualifications

• 12–15 years of progressive HR experience in regional or multi-entity environments.
• Professional certification (CIPD, SHRM-SCP) preferred.
• Strong operational HR experience with strategic exposure.

Responsibilities

• Establish group-wide HR policies aligned with business growth.
• Advise on organization design and people strategy.
• Oversee HR operations across Singapore and South Asia jurisdictions.
• Lead recruitment and performance management initiatives.
• Drive HR digitalization and data-driven decision-making.

Skills

Strategic HR leadership

Operational HR expertise

Understanding of employment laws

Data-driven decision making

Collaboration and inclusion promotion

Education

Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field

Tools

HR software

Job description

About the Company

A regional investment group headquartered in Singapore with operations across South Asia and ASEAN. The Group’s portfolio spans telecommunications, technology distribution, fintech, and digital services driving transformation and sustainable growth across multiple markets.

The Role

The Group Head of Human Resources will lead the development and execution of people strategies that enable growth, operational excellence, and cultural alignment across the Group’s diverse portfolio. The role blends hands‑on HR operations with strategic leadership and offers the opportunity to build scalable frameworks across emerging businesses and jurisdictions.

Key Responsibilities

• Establish group‑wide HR policies, frameworks, and governance practices aligned with business growth.
• Advise the Group CEO and senior leaders on organization design, workforce planning, and people strategy.
• Oversee HR operations across Singapore, Malaysia, and South Asia jurisdictions.
• Lead recruitment, performance management, compensation, and capability‑building initiatives.
• Support people integration and HR due diligence in M&A activities.
• Drive HR digitalization and data‑driven decision‑making.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and high performance across the portfolio.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
• 12–15 years of progressive HR experience in regional or multi‑entity environments.
• Sound understanding of employment laws in Singapore, ASEAN and South Asian markets.
• Strong operational HR experience with strategic exposure.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently in lean, entrepreneurial settings.
• Professional certification (CIPD, SHRM‑SCP) preferred.

What We Offer

• Opportunity to shape the HR foundation of a growing regional investment group.
• Exposure to multi‑sector, multi‑country business leadership.
• Collaborative, fast‑paced, and values‑driven environment.