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pfm medical, inc.Associate Director, People Operations
Precision for Medicine is seeking an Associate Director, People Operations Regional for the APAC region to lead human resources operations delivery across assigned countries. This remote,…
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Precision for Medicine is seeking an Associate Director, People Operations Regional for the APAC region to lead human resources operations delivery across assigned countries. This remote, full-time position reports to the Vice President, People Operations and acts as the primary point of accountability for HR service excellence, employee relations execution, employment compliance, and employee lifecycle activities within the region. The organization integrates clinical trial execution with scientific knowledge, laboratory expertise,…
Job Description
Precision for Medicine is seeking an Associate Director, People Operations Regional for the APAC region to lead human resources operations delivery across assigned countries. This remote, full-time position reports to the Vice President, People Operations and acts as the primary point of accountability for HR service excellence, employee relations execution, employment compliance, and employee lifecycle activities within the region.
The organization integrates clinical trial execution with scientific knowledge, laboratory expertise, and advanced data sciences to help life sciences companies accelerate the development of life-changing and breakthrough cancer therapies. This role is designed for an experienced professional capable of partnering closely with HR Business Partners, Centres of Excellence, People Services, and business leaders to implement scalable solutions that align with global standards and local regulations.
The successful candidate will manage regional team performance, drive operational continuous improvement, handle complex employee relations issues, oversee workforce transitions, and utilize data insights to manage compliance risks. The employer offers an environment where staff contributions are valued, providing opportunities to impact positive change within a growing global organization.
Responsibilities
- Lead the regional People Operations team by setting priorities, managing accountabilities, and building team capability and succession strength.
- Oversee employee relations matters across the region, including investigations, disciplinary issues, grievances, and performance concerns.
- Ensure compliance with local employment laws, regulatory requirements, and obligations relating to works councils and representative bodies.
- Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle processes such as onboarding, employment changes, probation tracking, and offboarding.
- Drive operational excellence across Tier 1 and Tier 2 HR activities while partnering with People Services to resolve issues efficiently.
- Implement global People Operations standards, automation tools, and digital solutions to enhance regional process efficiency.
- Partner with HR Business Partners and business leaders as a trusted operational advisor on HR matters and risk mitigation.
- Monitor workforce trends, produce operational reports on service demand and compliance, and support integration activities for corporate acquisitions.
Requirements
- Advanced multi-country or regional People Operations leadership experience
- Substantial background in HR Operations, HR Generaling, or Employee Relations spanning multiple countries
- Prior experience leading human resources or People Operations teams
- Thorough knowledge of employment laws and HR compliance regulations
- Demonstrated experience supporting organizational change and operational transformation
- Background working inside complex, matrixed, and global corporate environments
- Legal authorization to work in the country of employment without requiring employer sponsorship
Qualifications
- Degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience
- Professional HR qualification such as CIPD, SHRM, HRCI, or an equivalent credential
Core Skills
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What geographic region does this role cover?
This role is responsible for leading People Operations delivery across the APAC region.
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A degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline—or equivalent experience—is required, while professional HR qualifications like CIPD, SHRM, or HRCI are desirable.
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