HR Director

about the company.
Our client is a well-established, multinational technology pioneer specializing in high-precision engineering systems, smart industrial automation, and advanced manufacturing solutions. The group is scaling its regional footprint with a focus on next-generation R&D, advanced electronics, mobility solutions, and intelligent automated systems.

about the job.

Reporting directly to the Group CEO and serving as a trusted advisor to key regional business leaders, you will hold end-to-end responsibility for the regional HR function.

This role balances Strategic Business Partnering with Hands-on HR Leadership.

This is an ideal opportunity for an ambitious HR leader from a technology, engineering, or advanced manufacturing background looking for high visibility, direct C-suite impact, and regional autonomy.

skills & experiences required.

• Strategic HR Leadership: Partner with the Group CEO and senior executives to design and execute a regional talent strategy aligned with growth plans and objectives.

• Technical Talent Acquisition: Build and manage specialized talent pipelines for specialized roles across regional hubs.

• Cross-Border Stakeholder Advisory: Serve as the primary HR partner for regional business leads, aligning corporate strategy with operational teams across multiple markets.

• Performance & Total Rewards: Develop and standardize regional job grading, compensation frameworks, and incentive structures to attract and retain specialized technical talent.

• Operations & Compliance: Ensure overall employment compliance, labor relations, and immigration management across regional offices while overseeing workforce tracking related to funded development projects.

• Team Management: Direct, mentor, and oversee 1 junior HR team member handling day-to-day HR administrative operations and employee lifecycle tasks.

key requirements.

• 8–12+ years of progressive HR Generalist experience, with proven experience in a Regional HR capacity.

• Strong exposure to High-Tech, Advanced Manufacturing, Automation, Engineering, Hardware/Software R&D, or Electronics sectors.

• Demonstrated track record supporting cross-border teams and partnering with senior stakeholders across multiple Asian markets.

• Comfortable operating at both a strategic executive advisory level and a hands-on operational delivery level within a matrixed growth setup.

• Professional fluency in English is required; proficiency in Cantonese, Mandarin, or another regional language is advantageous.

skills

no additional skills required

qualifications

no additional qualifications required

education

Bachelor Degree