Vice President, Human Resources APAC

Finnpartners; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global marketing agency is seeking a Vice President of Human Resources for the APAC region, based in Singapore. This strategic leader will manage HR strategies, talent acquisition, and employee engagement for a diverse workforce across multiple countries. The ideal candidate should possess 7+ years of HR experience and a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Exceptional skills in leadership and communication are essential, along with proficiency in HRIS systems. A commitment to building collaborative and inclusive workplaces is vital.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of HR experience with demonstrated career advancement.
• Knowledge of employment laws in all APAC countries.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategies aligned with company goals.
• Oversee talent acquisition and retention strategies.
• Design and implement employee engagement programs.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Manage performance management processes for employees.
• Lead HR operations for APAC.
• Collaborate with the Global Head of HR on strategies.
• Promote understanding of cultural sensitivities.

Skills

Fluent in English

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Conflict resolution skills

Expertise in talent management

Attention to detail

Resourcefulness

Time-management skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Advanced degree or HR certification

Tools

HRIS systems (Ceridian/Dayforce)

Microsoft Office

Web-based collaboration software (Slack)

Virtual meeting software (Zoom)

Job description

Job Overview

FINN Partners – a global marketing and communications agency – is looking for a Vice President, Human Resources for the APAC region. This person will be based in Singapore (FINN Partners’ APAC headquarters) but oversee all APAC HR efforts with support from the Global Head of HR (based in the U.S.) and HR personnel across the region who will report into you.

The Vice President of Human Resources/APAC will be a strategic leader responsible for driving the HR strategy across our APAC operations, aligning it with FINN Partners' mission and values. As the driving force behind company policies in APAC, you will provide our management teams in the region with proactive and reactive solutions as well as objective advice on personnel matters. You will lead initiatives that support an inclusive, diverse, and engaged workforce across APAC, ensuring the agency remains a best place to work.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership: Develop and execute HR strategies that align with FINN Partners' goals and values, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture across the region. Partner with senior leadership to optimize manpower, processes, and culture to help them achieve business objectives. Provide timely HR solutions and interventions that support growth. Manage and mentor HR staff members in APAC.
• Talent Acquisition & Management: Oversee talent acquisition and retention strategies tailored to the diverse APAC countries to build a high-performing, diverse workforce. Integrate new hires into the company. Provide compensation support to senior management, including salary planning, approval of salary actions, promotions and job relevelling.
• Employee Engagement: Design and implement programs that enhance engagement, satisfaction and productivity across multiple APAC countries.
• Compliance and Risk Management: Ensure HR practices comply with each country’s regulatory requirements and mitigate organizational risks. Conduct workplace investigations according to country‑specific policies and requirements with objectivity and professionalism.
• Learning & Development: Oversee talent development efforts, selecting programs to support business objectives and career development of employees. Apply for training grants where applicable.
• Performance Management: Oversee performance management processes for APAC employees. Provide HR counsel to managers and senior leaders to address performance issues. Ensure annual reviews are conducted on time.
• HR Operations: Oversee HR operations for APAC, including benefits strategy and compliance administration. Implement HR initiatives that support business growth.
• Regional Alignment: Collaborate with the Global Head of HR to align regional strategies with corporate objectives, ensuring consistency while addressing local needs.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Promote and nurture understanding of cultural differences and sensitivities within the APAC workforce, ensuring a respectful and cohesive work environment.
• M&A: Lead HR due diligence and integration processes for mergers and acquisitions within the APAC region.
• Inclusion Initiatives: Champion inclusive impact efforts in APAC, tailoring initiatives to each geography’s needs. Ensure policies promote an inclusive environment.

Qualifications

• Experience:
  • At least 7 years of HR experience with demonstrated career advancement.
  • Knowledge of employment laws and landscape in all APAC countries where FINN Partners operates.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field. Advanced degree and/or HR certification/accreditation is a plus.
• Required Skills:
  • Fluent in English (speaking, reading, writing).
  • Strong leadership, communication, negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
  • Expertise in talent management and employee engagement within a multi‑country context.
  • Resourcefulness, attention to detail, independent decision‑making, solutions‑oriented approach.
  • Collaborative, excellent time‑management and prioritization skills.
• Technical Proficiency: Experience with HRIS systems (preferably Ceridian/Dayforce), Microsoft Office, web‑based collaboration software (e.g., Slack) and virtual meeting software (e.g., Zoom).
• Values Alignment: Demonstrated commitment to values that align with FINN Partners' ethos of collaboration, creativity and positive social impact.

If you are a strategic HR leader passionate about fostering a collaborative, inclusive, and innovative workplace across the APAC region, we invite you to apply for this position.

FINN Partners is a global marketing and communications agency dedicated to fostering positive change and driving excellence. Recognised for its unique culture and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI), FINN Partners is a champion of collaborative, cause‑minded work environments. For more information about our values and culture, visit FINN Partners.