[Senior] Deputy General Manager (Human Resources)

Robert Walters Philippines is currently recruiting for a leading organisation in the professional services space. The Human Resources (HR) leader will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of their workforce. The leader will drive strategic HR initiatives, foster an inclusive and performance-oriented culture, and support the development of employees across multiple zones. You will be empowered to collaborate with business leaders and HR professionals, ensuring that policies and programmes are not only effective but also aligned with organisational values. The role promises a supportive environment where your expertise in talent acquisition, employee engagement, and learning & development will be highly valued. With flexible working opportunities, generous pension contributions, and access to ongoing training, this is your chance to make a meaningful impact while advancing your own career within a respected global network

Job Summary

As a leader, you will have the opportunity to influence HR strategy at a regional level, collaborating closely with business heads and key stakeholders to build a high-performing, inclusive culture. Your role will be central in designing innovative talent management programmes, driving employee engagement initiatives, and supporting sustainable business practices throughout the region.

What you'll do:

You will be entrusted with spearheading the implementation of strategic HR policies across multiple zones. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating with senior HR leaders to ensure that all initiatives are rolled out smoothly within agreed timelines and budgets. You will work closely with business heads to foster a performance-driven culture while continuously improving HR policies that reinforce organisational values. You will oversee recruitment solutions for professional staff as well as trainees, ensuring that hiring processes are efficient and aligned with business needs. Additionally, you will lead learning & development (L&D) activities by conducting needs analyses and co-owning programme implementation. You proactively address concerns or grievances before they escalate. You will also advise line managers on performance management systems while supporting reward and recognition efforts. Sustainability practices, including judicious use of resources, will form part of your remit alongside adherence to ethical standards outlined in anti-bribery management systems. Success in this role hinges on your ability to connect with stakeholders at all levels, deliver results collaboratively, and nurture an environment where every employee feels valued.

• Collaborate with local and regional heads to implement strategic HR initiatives that establish the organisation as an employer of choice and reinforce its core values.
• Continuously review and enhance HR policies to strengthen organisational culture and address capability gaps through development, resourcing, training, and experiential opportunities.
• Work closely with business leaders to roll out organisational building initiatives within assigned locations, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
• Implement recruitment solutions for professional staff and monitor hiring processes for fixed-term employees and trainees to meet evolving organisational needs.
• Assist in designing innovative selection tools alongside the HR team to address current and future manpower requirements effectively.
• Partner with the global resourcing team to assess manpower needs based on business plans, exploring both internal and external sourcing options for optimal talent acquisition.
• Lead learning and development needs analysis within your location, co-owning the implementation of L&D activities that motivate staff towards achieving superior results.
• Design, develop, and implement engaging talent management programmes in collaboration with relevant teams to foster employee motivation and retention.
• Proactively identify employee concerns or grievances that could disrupt operations, initiating corrective actions in partnership with line managers.
• Advise line managers on implementing performance assessment programmes, providing constructive feedback, and supporting reward & recognition initiatives.

What you bring:

You should bring substantial experience managing complex HR functions across large organisations or multi-location environments. You have demonstrated success implementing comprehensive talent acquisition strategies that attract top-tier candidates while maintaining robust selection processes tailored for evolving business needs. Your track record includes developing impactful learning and development programmes that engage employees from diverse backgrounds. You are vigilant about identifying risks related to bribery or other compliance issues.

• A graduate or postgraduate degree (or global equivalent) is required for this position; additional certifications in human resources are highly desirable.
• You bring proven experience in employee life cycle management including onboarding, engagement, retention strategies, and offboarding processes.
• Your expertise includes talent acquisition methodologies for professional staff as well as innovative selection tools tailored for current and future manpower requirements.
• You possess strong skills in designing learning & development programmes that motivate employees toward achieving superior results within diverse teams.
• Experience collaborating with global resourcing teams to assess manpower needs based on business plans is essential for success in this role.
• You demonstrate proficiency in employee relations by proactively identifying concerns or grievances before they escalate into disruptions.
• Your background includes advising line managers on performance assessment programmes while supporting constructive feedback mechanisms.
• You have hands-on experience implementing reward & recognition initiatives that drive employee satisfaction across multiple locations or regions.
• Understanding of ethical standards related to anti-bribery management systems is critical; you can identify risks associated with bribery in various business contexts.
• Behavioural competencies such as communication skills, digital fluency, diversity orientation, personal/professional development mindset, quality/service orientation, teamwork/collaboration abilities are vital.

What sets this company apart?

This company stands out for ensuring everyone feels empowered regardless of their position.

What's next?

If you are ready to make elevate your human resources (HR) career, it's time to check this opportunity out!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided. At Robert Walters, we look forward to learning more about how your expertise can make a meaningful impact.

Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted.