VP, Human Resources (Global Role) - Data Center Operator

About the role

A fast-growing international data center operator with headquarters in Singapore and an expanding portfolio across Southeast Asian markets including Malaysia, Thailand and Indonesia is hiring a VP, Human Resources. The business is entering an important phase of international growth, and the role will build the global HR infrastructure, organisation and talent strategy needed to support it, working closely with senior leadership.

This is an end-to-end HR leadership role covering organisational design, talent acquisition, leadership development, performance, employee engagement, compensation, mobility and regional HR governance. It also involves managing the complexity of an international workforce, including cross-border employment structures, expatriate and relocation programmes, and attracting and retaining talent from global technology companies and the regional infrastructure ecosystem.

Required profile

• 15+ years of experience overall, with at least 5 years at VP/Head level
• Experience owning a full HR function rather than a specialist remit
• Experience in data centers, critical infrastructure, large-scale real estate or similar asset-heavy businesses is highly relevant, especially designing organisations during rapid international expansion
• Experience working across both Western and APAC markets
• Ability to work strategically with the CEO, leadership team and Board while also building the HR function in detail