HR Manager- APAC

Location: South Sydney, Sydney (Hybrid)

Our client, operating in a prestigious industry, is seeking an experienced and hands-on HR Manager to join its Asia Pacific team. This standalone, part-time (0.6 / 0.7 / 0.8) role is based at the company's Sydney headquarters and supports a diverse, geographically dispersed workforce.

This is a critical operational role responsible for managing the full employee lifecycle while providing strategic HR input to the leadership team. The role requires someone with exceptional interpersonal skills who thrives in a multicultural environment and is passionate about creating positive workplace experiences.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide both day-to-day HR support and strategic guidance to employees and managers across the Asia Pacific region.
• Manage the entire employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and offboarding.
• Partner closely with a payroll officer to verify payroll accuracy (no processing responsibility)
• Oversee internal training programs and inductions; opportunity to contribute to executive coaching and leadership development if experienced.

• Maintain and optimise the HRIS (BambooHR) and ensure accurate and compliant HR data and records.

• Prepare employment contracts and manage all relevant documentation and HR compliance.

• Implement employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives that reflect the company's values and support a high-performance culture.

• Serve as the primary HR contact for regional staff across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Hong Kong.

• Liaise with external HR advisors and regulatory bodies when necessary.

• Work collaboratively with the leadership team to contribute to workforce planning, succession planning, and talent management efforts.

Candidate Profile

Must have:

• Proven HR experience in a senior or standalone role, ideally within a fast-paced and service-oriented environment.

• Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation.

• Skilled in balancing strategic priorities with hands-on operational responsibilities.

• Demonstrated experience managing recruitment, employee relations, performance reviews, and compliance processes.

• Proficient in using HRIS platforms (ideally BambooHR) and producing accurate HR reports.

• Exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with a pragmatic and solution-focused mindset.

• A proactive approach with an ability to manage HR Projects

Nice to have:

• Exposure to or experience in a regulated industries.

• Experience supporting geographically dispersed teams across the Asia-Pacific region.

• Background in leadership development or executive coaching.

• Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Organisational Development, or a related field.

• Familiarity with Australian workers compensation legislation.

Capability HR is the exclusive recruiter for this role. For any pre-application queries please email mmayoh@capabilityhr.com.au