Regional Head of Human Capital (APAC) - Consulting Firm

Singapore Permanent SG$15,000 - SG$18,000 per month (SG$180,000 - SG$216,000 per year) Work from Home or Hybrid View Job Description
This is a rare opportunity to become the inaugural Regional Head of Human Capital for a high-growth international consultancy firm across Asia Pacific. Reporting into the global HR leadership team and partnering closely with the APAC leadership team, you will build the HR agenda, strengthen organisational capability and establish a more mature people function as the business enters its next stage of growth.
  • First APAC HR leadership hire in a rapidly scaling business
  • Partner senior leaders to build HR capability across APAC

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing international engineering and professional services organisation with operations spanning Asia Pacific, the Middle East and Europe. The APAC region represents the organisation's largest and fastest-growing business unit, with established operations across Singapore, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines.With several hundred employees already based in the region and ambitious expansion plans underway, the business is undergoing significant organisational transformation. This newly created leadership role reflects a growing recognition of the strategic value of Human Resources and the need to build scalable people practices that can support continued growth.

Job Description

As Regional Head of Human Capital (APAC), you will lead the people agenda across a diverse and growing regional workforce while balancing strategic leadership with operational execution.Key responsibilities include:

  • Develop and implement the APAC people strategy aligned to business growth objectives
  • Partner senior business leaders on organisational design, workforce planning and change management initiatives
  • Build credibility and influence with stakeholders across multiple countries and business units
  • Lead and develop the regional HR team whilst enhancing overall HR capability across the function
  • Drive employee engagement, performance management, talent development and succession planning initiatives
  • Review and strengthen HR processes, governance, systems and operating models to support future scale
  • Act as a trusted adviser to senior leadership on complex people, culture and organisational challenges

The Successful Applicant

  • Proven regional HR leadership experience across multiple APAC markets
  • Experience supporting organisations undergoing rapid growth, transformation or organisational change
  • Strong commercial acumen with the ability to align people strategies to business outcomes
  • Demonstrated success influencing and partnering with senior executives and business leaders
  • Track record of leading organisational design, culture enhancement and change management initiatives
  • Strong problem-solving capabilities with the confidence to challenge constructively and provide strategic advice
  • Experience improving HR processes, operating models and people systems within evolving HR environments
  • Hands-on leadership style with the ability to operate effectively at both strategic and operational levels
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business or a related discipline

What's on Offer

This is a highly visible regional leadership opportunity offering the chance to build and shape a people function at a pivotal stage of organisational growth. The successful candidate will partner directly with influential business leaders, drive meaningful organisational change and play a key role in the future success of the APAC region. The role provides significant career growth potential, extensive regional exposure and the opportunity to leave a lasting impact on a rapidly expanding international business.

Contact
Eunice Tam (Lic No: R21103435/ EA no:18C9065)
Quote job ref
JN-102026-7131838
Phone number
+65 6643 9738

Job summary

Function
Human Resources
Specialisation
Head of HR
What is your area of specialisation?
Business Services
Location
Singapore
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Eunice Tam (Lic No: R21103435/ EA no:18C9065)
Consultant contact
+65 6643 9738
Job Reference
JN-102026-7131838
Work from Home
Work from Home or Hybrid

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.