People Partner, APAC

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Client Talent Partner to support Key Clients across Group M as well as the Marketing and New Business functions. The Talent Partner will act as a strategic partner to leadership and employees, driving HR initiatives that align with the business objectives and fostering a positive workplace culture. This role requires a deep understanding of HR practices, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record of managing complex HR functions in a dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic HR Partnership: Collaborate with senior management to develop and implement HR strategies that support business goals.
• Creating HR initiatives for top client teams within GroupM APAC.
• Talent Management and succession planning for key client teams.
• Promotions and salary review for key client teams.
• Regional HR coordination with stakeholders in GroupM HR.
• Employee Relations: Manage employee relations issues, providing guidance and resolution on complex employee matters.
• Change Management: Support organizational change initiatives by providing expertise in change management processes and communication strategies.
• Diversity & Inclusion: Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the organization through targeted programs and initiatives.
• HR Analytics: Utilize HR data and analytics to provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership for informed decision-making.

Current Clients

• Work with the Organization Development team to advise client teams on learning & development, team collaboration, and employee engagement linked to the specific Culture Amp and Vantage data.
• Support client teams in ensuring the right resources and skills are assigned to client accounts.
• Oversee delivery on the talent promises made in the client contracts (time to hire, retention etc.) through regular monitoring and business relationships.
• Drive performance of client teams through diverse casting, culture, leadership development, employee engagement resulting in direct impact on client growth and satisfaction.

New Business and Marketing

• Support the New Business & Marketing Lead, working with the different Centers of Excellence and People teams to provide input to support new business development.
• Communicate our gold-standard Talent practices in response to RFIs, RFPs, other written documents and pitch presentations as required.
• Support the creation of a wide range of pitch collateral, using your expertise in Talent Management to put our best retention strategies forward. Working alongside our in-house design and studio teams to present on brand.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM-CP, SHRM-SCP, PHR, SPHR) is highly desirable.
• Minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a strategic HRBP role.
• Proven experience in managing employee relations, conflict management, change management, performance management, and organizational development.
• Good understanding of regional talent set ups.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and drive change in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS and other HR software applications.

More about GroupM
GroupM - GroupM leads and shapes media markets by delivering performance enhancing media products and services, powered by data and technology. Our global network agencies and businesses enable our people to work collaboratively across borders with the best in class, providing them the opportunity to accelerate their progress and development. We are not limited by teams or geographies; our scale and diverse range of clients lets us be more adventurous with our business and talent. We give our talent the space, support and tools to innovate and grow.

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About GroupM Singapore
GroupM Singapore operates in one of the most dynamic and exciting environments in the world. Although it is a small domestic market, there is a vibrant media industry which is undergoing rapid evolution as digital technology reshapes the way marketing supports advertisers’ needs. Being at the crossroads of Asia means, that aside from the local clients and media owners, we also have a high proportion of multi-national clients, renowned brands and media owners. Making GroupM Singapore the Number One organisation to join and develop your career in media investment.

GroupM is an equal opportunity employer. We view everyone as an individual and we understand that inclusion is more than just diversity – it’s about belonging. We celebrate the fact that everyone is unique and that’s what makes us so good at what we do. We pride ourselves on being a company that embraces difference and truly represents the global clients we work with.