HR Director South Asia & Oceania – Wss Global Business Services Sdn. Bhd.
Wss Global Business Services Sdn. Bhd.
Global Business Services
Role Summary
The HR Director role at Wilhelmsen in Kuala Lumpur involves leading HR service delivery across multiple countries in South Asia and Oceania. This position includes operational HR responsibilities in Malaysia and leadership of local HR teams in the region, reporting to the Vice President HR, Global Business Services.
Job Description
The HR Director role at Wilhelmsen involves leading HR service delivery to employees across eight countries in South Asia and Oceania, including Malaysia, Singapore, Myanmar, Australia, New Zealand, Thailand, and Vietnam. The position combines operational HR responsibility in Malaysia with leadership of local HR teams across the region, ensuring effective delivery of HR services, driving continuous improvement, and acting as a business partner for key stakeholders. The HR Director reports to the Vice President HR, Global Business Services in Norway and is part of the global HR management team.
Job Requirements
Bachelor degree or equivalent preferably from Human Resource Management or Business Administration or equivalent.
Extensive work experience can compensate for lack of degree.
8-10 years experience in Human Resources or related profession.
Experience of managing HR teams in South Asia and Oceania region.
Knowledge of local Malaysian and/or Singapore employment law and practices.
Experience of working in a shared services set-up.
Strong business acumen skills and ability to translate business needs into HR services.
Business partner mindset and service minded.
Good communication skills and command of the English language (oral and written).
Broad knowledge and extensive work experience within wide range of HR / people processes.
Interest in and/or experience of technology and digitalization within the HR field; experience of working with Workday or ServiceNow HR is an advantage.
Ability to lead, motivate and develop interest in both senior management and employees.
Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate and cooperate with diverse individuals and cultures.
Good influencing skills, with ambition and ability to drive change.
Quick Info
Company
Wss Global Business Services Sdn. Bhd.
Location
Kuala Lumpur
Salary
Undisclosed
Skills Required
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Required Skills
Human Resources Management
HR Service Delivery
HR Team Leadership
Employment Law
Shared Services Management
Business Acumen
Communication Skills
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Change Management
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