Senior People Manager

LEWIS Communications GmbH; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global marketing agency is seeking a Senior People Manager for the APAC region. This role involves acting as a strategic partner to business leaders, managing talent, and driving HR initiatives. Ideal candidates will have proven experience in HR business partnering, strong consulting skills, and a commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace. This position is based in Singapore and offers the opportunity to make a significant impact on the employee experience.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR business partnering, talent management, and operational HR.
• Strong consulting skills and ability to influence senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building abilities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with stakeholders on people-related topics.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline.
• Consult on operational HR matters.
• Roll out global people programs.
• Support training and development initiatives.
• Monitor employee engagement and satisfaction.
• Advise on compensation and benefits.
• Provide insights on talent metrics.
• Champion employee advocacy and culture.

Skills

HR business partnering

Talent management

Consulting skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Job description

We are a global marketing agency that has gone from start-up to multi-national in little over two decades. Our success is due to a combination of factors. Talented people delivering award-winning campaigns. Expanding client relationships into new markets or services. Making strategic acquisitions. TEAM LEWIS has won many prestigious awards, including Cannes Lions, PRovoke Media, ICCO, European Excellence, PRCA Digital, Digital Impact, Global Digital Excellence.

At the heart of the business is TEAM LEWIS Foundation. In January 2021, there was a need to respond to the challenges the COVID pandemic brought to communities and charitable organisations. TEAM LEWIS saw that support was crucial and change was needed to make that happen. Our local causes scheme was launched. Every member of TEAM LEWIS can nominate a local cause close to their heart to receive a cash donation. In addition, nominated causes can also benefit from a donation in kind of expertise, time, and resources. In the past year TEAM LEWIS has donated almost $2million to 445 causes around the world.

Purpose of the Role

As Senior People Manager, APAC, you are a strategic partner and trusted advisor to our business leaders and teams across the region. You champion the employee experience and drive people initiatives that support our commercial goals, culture, and growth. You consult with stakeholders on day‑to‑day people matters, proactively build and maintain a robust talent pipeline, and ensure our HR operations run seamlessly. You are passionate about developing talent, fostering an inclusive environment, and enabling our people to thrive at TEAM LEWIS.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with office heads and senior stakeholders to provide expert guidance on people‑related topics, including employee relations, performance, development, and engagement.
• Build and maintain a strong talent pipeline, identifying and nurturing top talent internally and externally.
• Consult with managers and teams on operational HR matters, ensuring processes are efficient, compliant, and support business priorities.
• Roll out global and regional people programmes, adapting them to local needs and driving engagement.
• Support training and development initiatives that build leadership, commercial, and business skills.
• Monitor and enhance employee engagement and satisfaction, identifying opportunities for improvement and recommending solutions.
• Advise on compensation, rewards, and benefits, ensuring alignment with market trends and business strategy.
• Provide regular insights and reporting to business stakeholders on talent metrics, market analysis, and HR operations.
• Maintain ongoing relationships with employees throughout their journey at TEAM LEWIS, supporting retention and career growth.
• Champion a positive, inclusive culture and employee advocacy across the region.
• Ensure all HR systems, trackers, and processes are up‑to‑date and aligned across markets.

About You

• Proven experience in HR business partnering, talent management, and operational HR within a fast‑paced, international environment.
• Strong consulting skills with the ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication, relationship‑building, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Strategic thinker who can balance day‑to‑day operations with long‑term people planning.
• Highly organised, detail‑oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities.
• Collaborative, energetic, and committed to fostering an inclusive workplace.

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of the responsibilities for this role. Other responsibilities may be added from time to time.

LEWIS is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating and fostering an environment focused on equality, empowerment and respect. We strive to create an inclusive workplace that supports and celebrates our diversity. We continue to invest in our efforts to ensure LEWIS is a place where everyone can thrive.