Regional HR Manager

Ambition Group Singapore Pte. Ltd. (SG); Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in Southeast Asia seeks a proactive Regional HR Manager to strengthen its HR framework. You’ll collaborate with leadership to enhance workplace culture, drive strategic initiatives, and manage HR operations. Ideal candidates will have significant HR experience and a solid grasp of local employment laws.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of regional HR experience, especially in SEA markets.
• Solid understanding of local laws and HR compliance.
• Experience in strategic HR planning and operations.

Responsibilities

• Develop HR strategies to support business growth.
• Manage recruitment and talent development processes.
• Ensure smooth HR operations and compliance across SEA.

Skills

Regional HR experience

Local employment laws

HR data analysis

Multicultural teams

Tools

HRIS platforms

Employee engagement tools

Job description

Our client, a well-established company with a regional presence in Southeast Asia, is looking for a proactive and people-focused Regional HR Manager to join their team.

This is a new role where you’ll work closely with regional business and operations leaders to strengthen their HR framework. If you enjoy building positive workplace culture, aligning people strategies with business needs, and being a true partner to leadership, this could be a great fit.

Key Responsibilities

People Strategy & Regional Alignment

• Work with leadership across the region to develop HR plans that support business growth

• Act as a strategic advisor on workforce planning, organization design, and change management

Hiring & Talent Development

• Partner with internal teams to manage recruitment processes and bring in the right talent

• Drive onboarding, development, and succession initiatives to build a strong pipeline

• Support leadership development programs and internal mobility

Employee Relations & Culture

• Be a key contact for employee matters across SEA, ensuring a positive and respectful workplace

• Roll out engagement initiatives and feedback programs that foster collaboration and trust

• Help maintain a high-performance culture that values diversity and inclusion

HR Operations & Systems

• Ensure smooth HR operations including data management, documentation, and system updates

• Generate regular people reports to provide insights and recommendations to senior stakeholders

• Support global HR systems while aligning with regional practices

Compensation, Benefits & Compliance

• Assist in reviewing and managing salary structures and benefits across the region

• Stay current on local employment laws and ensure HR practices meet legal and ethical standards

• Work with external advisors as needed for local regulatory requirements

Who We're Looking For

• At least 6 years of regional HR experience, preferably covering Singapore and other Southeast Asia markets

• Solid understanding of local employment laws and HR compliance requirements across different SEA countries

• Experience advising senior business leaders and contributing to people and culture strategies

• Able to manage both strategic planning and day-to-day HR operations effectively

• Familiar with HR systems and digital tools, including HRIS platforms, employee engagement tools, and internal dashboards

• Skilled in HR data analysis – able to track and interpret key HR metrics (e.g. turnover, engagement, hiring trends) to influence decision-making

• Comfortable navigating multicultural teams and working across time zones in a matrix/regional setup

• Exposure to talent development, including coaching managers, supporting learning initiatives, and building succession pipelines