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People Operations & Talent Acquisition Leader

People Operations & Talent Acquisition Leader

Southeast Asia

Description

This executive is an accomplished people operations and talent acquisition specialist with extensive expertise in establishing HR infrastructure within fast-scaling organizations. Excelling at aligning strategic workforce initiatives with business objectives, they adeptly handle operational complexities including compliance, payroll, and workforce planning. Known for a hands-on approach, this professional has optimized manpower, controlled costs, and ensured regulatory compliance across large, distributed teams. Their leadership bridges frontline HR management with enterprise-wide governance, positioning them as a trusted partner for senior leadership in high-growth sectors.

Key Roles

  • •Built foundational HR infrastructure and governance frameworks for high-growth organizations from inception, including SOPs and performance frameworks
  • •Directed workforce planning and roster optimization for over 600 employees, achieving full duty coverage and reducing overtime costs significantly
  • •Developed and implemented initiatives that enhanced safety culture and compliance with local labor regulations
  • •Managed multi-national payroll workflows ensuring full compliance with regional employment laws
  • •Recognized with multiple industry awards including excellence in service and national accolades in transportation

Meet Me

I specialize in building and scaling HR operations that support fast-growth environments while ensuring compliance and operational excellence. I thrive on transforming ambiguity into structured, scalable processes that enable teams to perform at their best. Partnering with leadership and frontline teams, I focus on aligning people strategies with business goals to drive sustainable growth and workforce satisfaction.

Personas

Strategic People Operations Leader

  • •Expert in designing foundational HR infrastructure to enable rapid organizational growth
  • •Integrates operational execution with strategic workforce planning and governance frameworks
  • •Proven track record of navigating complex regulatory landscapes ensuring audit readiness

Superpowers

Superpowers not available

Sweet Spot

This leader excels at the intersection of people strategy, operational discipline, and regulatory compliance, particularly within high-demand frontline industries such as transportation and logistics. Their ability to rapidly design and implement scalable HR systems, combined with close partnership alongside business leaders, makes them invaluable for sustainably expanding workforce capabilities.

Functional Skills

HR Operations & Compliance
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Employment Law & Regulatory Compliance- Ensured comprehensive adherence to regional employment regulations, achieving full audit readiness in payroll and HR processes.
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Payroll Workflow Management- Designed and optimized complex payroll systems addressing wage-hour regulations, incentives, and cross-border compliance.
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Safety & Risk Management- Implemented safety standards and risk mitigation strategies resulting in measurable improvements across operational safety metrics.
Workforce Planning & Rostering
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Manpower Optimization- Led rostering for large frontline teams using advanced scheduling tools, achieving full coverage with optimized overtime costs.
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Operational Performance Management- Developed appraisal frameworks and KPIs that align employee performance with organizational objectives and operational demands.
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Cross-functional Collaboration- Collaborated closely with operations, leadership, and labor representatives to effectively manage workforce relations and service recovery.
Analytical & Technology Skills
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Data Analytics & Visualization- Utilized tools like Excel, Tableau, and Power BI to analyze workforce data, optimize resource allocation, and report on performance trends.
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HRIS Management- Experienced with various HRIS platforms to streamline effective HR operations and data management.
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Automation & AI Literacy- Certified in SQL and Generative AI business applications, enabling data-driven, forward-looking people management solutions.

User Manual

This professional works best when provided with clear organizational objectives and values transparency in communication. Early alignment on compliance and operational standards is appreciated, but they thrive when empowered to craft HR processes tailored to business realities. Collaborative, data-driven conversations energize them, especially when bridging operational execution with strategic planning.

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Education

  • •Bachelor's degree in Business with focus on Logistics and Supply Chain Management from a leading Australian university
  • •Diploma in Business Management specializing in Supply Chain and International Business from a major polytechnic in Southeast Asia

Focus Areas

People OperationsTalent AcquisitionWorkforce PlanningHR CompliancePayroll ManagementPerformance ManagementSafety & Risk Management

Industries

TransportationPublic TransitLogisticsHuman Resources

Geographical Coverage

Southeast Asia

Stage

GrowthEnterpriseStartups

Personal Interests

Data AnalyticsCoaching and MentoringContinuous LearningWorkforce Development

Certifications

Certified Human Resource Professional (2025)Certificate in Employment Intermediaries (2026)SQL Essentials (IBM Certified, 2026)Generative AI & Business Applications Certification (IBM, 2026)Risk Management Implementation Plan Certification (bizSAFE Level 2, 2018)Coaching and Mentoring for Supervisors and Managers (2025)
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