Manager, People & Culture (Regional Business Partner)

NCS is a leading technology services firm that operates across the Asia Pacific region in over 20 cities, providing consulting, digital services, technology solutions, and more. We believe in harnessing the power of technology to achieve extraordinary things, creating lasting value and impact for our communities, partners, and people. Our diverse workforce of 14,000 has delivered large-scale, mission-critical, and multi-platform projects for governments and enterprises in Singapore and the APAC region.

As an integral member of the People & Culture (P&C) team, you will partner closely with Singapore Headquarters and Geographical Units (GUs) to support the execution of regional HR priorities and business initiatives. You will work with corporate leaders and regional P&C teams to implement talent strategies, drive organisational initiatives, and ensure effective delivery of HR programs across markets.

What will you do?

• HR Partnership:  Act as a key link between Singapore Headquarters and GUs to support the delivery of regional priorities and business initiatives. Partner with GU P&C teams to implement HR frameworks and talent processes, including succession and workforce planning, to meet business needs and build organisational capability.

• Organizational Development:  Work closely with corporate leaders and GU P&C teams to drive change management initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruption to business operations.

• HR Projects: Partner with GU P&C teams to deliver ad hoc projects and organisational initiatives, including harmonisation, M&A, offshoring, and reorganisation.

• Talent Management:  Collaborate with leadership to identify and develop high-potential talent, build career pathways, and ensure robust succession plans for critical roles.

• Performance Management:  Lead performance management initiatives by coaching managers on delivering constructive feedback, setting clear objectives, and developing action plans to foster a high-performance culture.

• Employee Relations:  Act as the point of contact for complex employee relations matters, guiding conflict resolution, disciplinary actions, and grievance processes while ensuring compliance with local labour laws.

• HR Policy Development and Compliance: Ensure compliance to company policies, employment laws, and regulations across regions, and implement HR practices that are culturally relevant and aligned with global standards.

The Ideal Candidate Should Possess:

• Relevant tertiary education and IHRP accreditation preferred.
• 5–8 years’ HR experience, with at least 2 years in international or regional roles.
• Deep expertise in multiple HR disciplines including workforce planning, organisational design, change management, talent management, employee relations, compensation, engagement, learning and diversity.
• Proven ability to coach, influence and partner effectively with senior leaders.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with commercial acumen and ability to leverage data for decision making.
• Ability to operate independently, exercise sound judgment, and deliver results in a fast-paced, innovative environment.
• Experience working in cross-border, virtual teams is highly valued.