Your new company
You will be joining a data centre startup at an exciting growth stage, building core operations from the ground up. The company is backed by international stakeholders, with headquarters and key counterparts based in various regions and major business relationships across China. The culture is entrepreneurial, fast-moving, and highly collaborative, with strong emphasis on trust, execution, and global alignment.
Your new role
This is a hands-on HR / Senior Manager role with broad responsibility across HR, office setup, and administration, ideal for someone who enjoys building infrastructure and policies from zero. You will lead the end-to-end setup of the local office and people operations, including policies, processes, vendors, and workplace standards. Working closely with senior leadership and HR counterparts in various regions, you will ensure alignment with global HR frameworks while adapting to local requirements. The role requires regular engagement with China-based stakeholders, supporting communication, workforce needs, and business coordination. You will also manage office administration, including facilities, contracts, and employee services, ensuring a professional and well-run working environment. Travel is required, depending on business needs, including visits to headquarters and regional stakeholders.
What you'll need to succeed
Comfortable operating in a startup environment: adaptable, pragmatic, and willing to be hands-on. Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience working across cultures and time zones. Willingness to travel internationally as the business scales. Highly organised, discreet, and able to handle sensitive matters with professionalism.
What you need to do now
If you or someone you may know may be interested in this opportunity, please do contact me on the details below for more information or send me your CV to apply now via email at amanda.chee@hays.com.sg. Alternatively, if this job opportunity is not relevant to you, feel free to share across your updated CV to have a confidential discussion on the relevant openings based on your skill sets and expertise. EA Reg Number: R2095920 EA License Number: 07C3924 | Company Registration No: 200609504D