Regional HR Director/ Senior HR Manager

SIN CHEW WOODPAQ PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading logistics company in Singapore is seeking an experienced HR Director to partner with senior management and develop HR strategies aligned with business objectives. Responsibilities include driving employee engagement initiatives, overseeing compensation strategies, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of HR experience in regional leadership roles, strong communication skills, and knowledge of Southeast Asia's employment landscape. Experience in the logistics or construction sectors is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of HR experience in a HR Director, HRBP, or regional leadership role.
• Strong understanding of HR operations and employment law in Southeast Asia.
• Experience in logistics or construction sectors is highly advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the CEO to implement HR strategies for business objectives.
• Provide guidance on organization structure and workforce planning.
• Drive initiatives for employee engagement and productivity.
• Act as a trusted advisor on talent development and workforce planning.
• Oversee regional compensation strategies for market competitiveness.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws in Singapore and Malaysia.

Skills

HR operations

Employment law

Talent strategies

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Strategic thinking

Influencing stakeholders

Adaptability

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources

Job description

Key Responsibilities:

• Partner with the CEO and senior management team to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with regional business objectives across Singapore and Malaysia.
• Provide strategic guidance on organization structure, workforce planning, and leadership development to support business expansion.
• Drive transformation initiatives to improve employee engagement, productivity, and organizational agility.

Business Partnering:

• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders on people-related strategies, including talent development, workforce planning, and succession management.
• Translate business needs into actionable HR solutions that enhance performance, engagement, and retention.
• Collaborate with operational leaders to ensure HR practices and policies are aligned with both local and regional requirements.

Talent & Performance Management

• Lead recruitment and talent development programs to attract, retain, and grow key talent across the region.
• Implement performance management frameworks that foster accountability and continuous improvement.
• Promote a learning and growth-oriented culture through structured development programs.

Compensation & Rewards:

• Oversee regional compensation strategies to ensure internal equity and market competitiveness.
• Partner with department heads to manage annual salary reviews, incentive programs, bonuses and budgeting.

Compliance & Employee Relations:

• Ensure full compliance with employment laws and regulations in Singapore and Malaysia.
• Build a positive employee relationships, proactively managing issues to ensure fair and consistent positive outcomes.
• Lead HR audits, policy reviews, and process standardization across region.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of HR experience as a HR Director, HRBP or regional leadership role.
• Strong understanding of HR operations, employment law, and talent strategies in Southeast Asia is a plus.
• Proven ability to influence and partner with senior stakeholders across business functions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and strategic thinking skills.
• Experience in logistics, or construction sectors will be highly advantageous.
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced and growth-oriented environment.