Regional Head of HR JAPAC

Galderma Singapore Privat; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading dermatology company is seeking a Director of HR in Singapore to drive strategic HR leadership and transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have extensive HR experience, a master's degree, and a proven track record of partnering with senior executives. This role focuses on enhancing organizational health and employee engagement through robust HR strategies and a culture of development and inclusivity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a regional leadership role in HR.
• Strong business acumen and senior HR partnership experience.
• Demonstrated success in HR transformation and organization design.

Responsibilities

• Translate business strategies into HR strategies.
• Lead workforce planning and strengthen leadership pipeline.
• Champion HR transformation initiatives aligned with culture.

Skills

Strategic Thinking

Change Leadership

Cross-Cultural Agility

Commercial Acumen

People Development

Collaboration & Influence

Execution Excellence

Education

Masters degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Galderma is the emerging pure‑play dermatology category leader present in approximately 90 countries. We deliver an innovative science‑based portfolio of premium flagship brands and services that span the full spectrum of the fast‑growing dermatology market through Injectable Aesthetics Dermatological Skincare and Therapeutic Dermatology. Since our foundation in 1981 we have dedicated our focus and passion to the human body’s largest organ – the skin – meeting individual consumer and patient needs with superior outcomes in partnership with healthcare professionals. Because we understand that the skin we are in shapes our lives we are advancing dermatology for every skin story.

We look for people who focus on getting results embrace learning and bring a positive energy. They must combine initiative with a sense of teamwork and collaboration. Above all they must be passionate about doing something meaningful for consumers patients and the healthcare professionals we serve every day. We aim to empower each employee and promote their personal growth while ensuring business needs are met now and into the future. Across our company we embrace diversity and respect the dignity privacy and personal rights of every employee.

At Galderma we actively give our teams reasons to believe in our bold ambition to become the leading dermatology company in the world. With us you have the ultimate opportunity to gain new and challenging work experiences and create an unparalleled direct impact.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic HR Leadership

• Translate JPAC business strategies into regionally relevant People and HR strategies.
• Drive execution of a 35-year HR roadmap tailored to business growth and capability needs.
• Champion organizational transformation initiatives that enable agility innovation and productivity.
• Represent the regions voice in global HR planning and decision‑making forums.

2. Organization & Talent Development

• Design and deliver people strategies that strengthen leadership pipeline future‑ready capabilities and succession.
• Lead strategic workforce planning to ensure sustainable talent supply.
• Strengthen employee value proposition (EVP) across the region through targeted initiatives and engagement.
• Partner with the business to foster a culture of coaching development and high performance.

3. Change Management & Culture Building

• Lead regional HR transformation initiatives in line with Galdermas culture and business goals.
• Champion a feedback‑ and growth‑oriented culture that embraces diversity inclusion and innovation.
• Drive employee engagement through action‑oriented pulse and survey execution.

4. Business Partnership & Operational Excellence

• Act as strategic advisor to Regional General Managers and Business Unit Heads.
• Build cross‑functional alignment with Finance Legal IT and Commercial to drive integrated solutions.
• Provide oversight on HR compliance labor relations and operational governance across markets.
• Use data‑driven insights and dashboards to monitor organizational health and drive business impact.

5. Team Leadership & Capability Building

• Lead and develop a high‑performing regional HR team across countries and functions.
• Foster team accountability collaboration and a mindset of continuous improvement.
• Develop and mentor country HR leaders and embed best practices in talent and performance management.

Qualifications & Experience Required

• Masters degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related field.
• Progressive HR experience with at least 5 years in a regional leadership role.
• Strong business acumen and track record of HR partnership with senior executives.
• Demonstrated success in leading HR transformation organization design and people strategy implementation across multiple geographies.
• Experience in matrixed environments and emerging markets (Asia‑Pacific exposure is essential).
• Sound knowledge of employment legislation and HR governance practices across JAPAC.

Core Competencies

• Strategic Thinking
• Change Leadership
• Cross‑Cultural Agility
• Commercial Acumen
• People Development
• Collaboration & Influence
• Execution Excellence

Required Experience :
Director

Key Skills

• Correspondent
• Accounts Handling
• Food & Beverage
• Infection Control
• AC Maintenance
• Jboss

Employment Type : Full‑Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1