Executive Director - APAC Head of HR Technology, Data & Digital Transformation
At a glance
Director-level HR Business Partner & Generalist role at Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation. Singapore.
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What you'll do
- Set the APAC HR technology plan and oversee delivery and ongoing improvement of SuccessFactors and other digital HR platforms
- Use automation, AI and simpler processes to improve HR efficiency and the employee experience
- Build workforce dashboards, predictive insights and executive reports that support business decisions
- Set regional HR data standards and governance, keeping privacy, security and regulatory obligations in view
- Lead HR transformation across the region, while developing the technology and analytics teams and aligning stakeholders
What you bring
- At least fifteen years across HR technology, people analytics, HR operations, shared services or transformation
- A bachelor's degree in HR, technology, information systems or another listed discipline
- A record of leading major HR transformation and technology programmes across complex organizations
- Experience working across APAC markets and using analytics, automation or AI to improve business outcomes
Who this fits
This director-level role suits a strategic HR technology and analytics leader who can guide teams and influence senior stakeholders across countries and functions. You’ll report to the APAC CHRO, with matrix reporting to global HR technology and data leaders, and balance regional priorities with global standards and regulatory needs.
From the employer
About the Role
Reporting directly to the APAC CHRO, and matrix reporting to Global Head of HR Technology and Global Head of HR Data & Analytics. This role leads the HR technology, people analytics, data governance, and digital transformation agenda across Asia Pacific.
As a member of the APAC HR Leadership Team, the role is responsible for building modern HR capabilities that enable better workforce decisions, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and an enhanced employee experience. The role partners closely with Global HR, Technology, Shared Services, and regional HR teams to drive alignment with global standards while meeting APAC business priorities.
Key Responsibilities
HR Technology & Digital Enablement
- Define and execute the APAC HR Technology strategy aligned with business and global HR priorities.
- Lead the delivery and continuous improvement of HR platforms, including SAP SuccessFactors and digital HR solutions.
- Drive automation, AI adoption, and process simplification to improve efficiency and user experience.
- Partner with HR, Technology, and external vendors to deliver scalable and sustainable solutions.
- Provide APAC leadership for major transformation programmes.
People Analytics & Data Governance
- Develop and lead the APAC People Analytics strategy.
- Deliver workforce insights, dashboards, predictive analytics, and executive reporting to support business decision-making.
- Establish strong HR data governance, quality standards, and reporting frameworks.
- Ensure compliance with data privacy, security, and regulatory requirements across the region.
- Leverage data and AI to drive workforce planning and organizational effectiveness.
HR Transformation
- Lead regional HR transformation initiatives that improve productivity, employee experience, and service delivery.
- Support the evolution of HR operating models, shared services, and global capability centre initiatives.
- Promote a culture of innovation, continuous improvement, and data-driven decision-making across HR.
Leadership & Stakeholder Management
- Lead and develop the regional HR Technology and Analytics teams.
- Build strong partnerships with senior business leaders, HR leadership, Technology, Data, and external partners.
- Represent APAC in global HR Technology, Data, and Transformation forums and driving APAC alignment.
- Influence and align stakeholders across multiple countries, businesses, and functions.
Experience & Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Technology, Information Systems, Business, Data Analytics, or a related discipline.
- 15+ years of experience across HR Technology, People Analytics, HR Operations, Shared Services, or Transformation.
- Proven track record leading large-scale HR transformation and technology programmes.
- Strong knowledge of HR systems, preferably SAP SuccessFactors.
- Experience leveraging AI, automation, analytics, and digital solutions to improve business outcomes.
- Demonstrated success operating across multiple APAC markets and complex matrix organizations.
Leadership Competencies
- Strategic, data-driven leader with a proven track record of driving HR transformation, technology adoption, driving large-scale change, operational excellence, and measurable outcomes across a matrix organization.
- Highly influential stakeholder manager with strong analytical, communication, and decision-making capabilities, able to build trusted partnerships, navigate competing priorities, and balance global standards with regional business and regulatory requirements.
What Success Looks Like
- Successful delivery of the APAC HR technology and transformation roadmap.
- Strong adoption of digital and AI-enabled HR solutions.
- Enhanced quality and impact of workforce analytics and reporting.
- Improved operational efficiency through automation and process simplification.
- Robust HR data governance and regulatory compliance.
- Greater use of workforce insights in business and talent decisions.
- Strong alignment between APAC and global HR priorities.