Chief Human Resources Officer
An exceptional opportunity has arisen for an accomplished Chief Human Resources Officer to join a leading organisation in Hồ Chí Minh, where your expertise will shape the future of people strategy and organisational culture. This pivotal role is designed for a visionary HR leader who thrives on building high-performance environments, nurturing talent, and driving enterprise-wide transformation.
As a trusted advisor to the executive team, you will be instrumental in aligning human capital initiatives with business objectives, ensuring the company remains at the forefront of its industry. The position offers the chance to influence every aspect of the employee experience, from workforce planning and succession management to digital innovation and diversity initiatives. If you are passionate about fostering inclusive workplaces, championing employee well-being, and embedding ethical practices into every facet of HR, this is your platform to make a lasting impact. Flexible working opportunities and a commitment to professional growth further enhance this unique career move.
- Shape the strategic direction of HR across all business functions while supporting large-scale transformation and growth.
- Champion a purpose-driven, inclusive culture that values employee engagement, well-being, and continuous improvement through data-driven insights.
- Drive adoption of digital HR solutions and analytics to elevate operational efficiency and inform strategic decision-making at the highest level.
What you'll do:
As Chief Human Resources Officer, you will play a central role in shaping the organisation’s people agenda by developing forward-thinking strategies that drive business success. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve collaborating closely with executive leadership to embed HR priorities into corporate decision-making processes. You will oversee all aspects of talent management—from acquisition through retention—ensuring that internal capabilities are continuously developed to meet evolving business needs. By leveraging digital platforms and workforce analytics, you will provide actionable insights that inform leadership development programmes and organisational planning. Your ability to champion cultural transformation will be key as you design initiatives that enhance employee engagement while upholding ethical standards. In addition to managing total rewards systems and ensuring regulatory compliance, you will lead cross-functional teams in delivering scalable HR solutions that support ongoing growth. Your success in this role will be measured by your capacity to build a future-ready workforce while maintaining operational excellence across all facets of human resources.
- Develop and implement comprehensive HR strategies that align with the organisation’s vision, values, and long-term business goals.
- Lead enterprise-wide workforce planning, talent acquisition, and succession planning initiatives to ensure robust pipelines for critical roles.
- Champion organisational culture by designing and executing employee engagement programmes that foster inclusivity, well-being, and high performance.
- Oversee compensation, benefits, and performance management frameworks to ensure fairness, competitiveness, and alignment with market benchmarks.
- Ensure full compliance with local labour laws and sector-specific regulations by maintaining rigorous HR governance policies and procedures.
- Build strong collaborative relationships with senior leaders to support their strategic objectives through tailored HR solutions.
- Drive digital transformation within HR by adopting new technologies, automation tools, and data analytics to enhance both employee experience and operational effectiveness.
- Lead diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives that promote belonging and equal opportunity throughout the organisation.
- Steer change management efforts during periods of organisational transformation to ensure smooth transitions and sustained business outcomes.
- Proactively identify and mitigate HR-related risks in partnership with legal, risk management, and compliance teams.
What you bring:
To excel as Chief Human Resources Officer in this environment, you will bring extensive experience leading sophisticated HR functions within complex organisations—ideally those operating under strict regulatory oversight. Your academic credentials should reflect deep knowledge of human resources theory complemented by practical application at scale. You have demonstrated your ability to deliver results through collaboration rather than competition; your interpersonal skills enable you to connect authentically with colleagues at every level. A history of successfully navigating organisational change underscores your adaptability while your commitment to ethical practice ensures trust throughout the business. Your understanding of digital tools allows you to harness technology for improved efficiency without losing sight of the human element. Above all else, your passion for nurturing talent—combined with sensitivity towards diversity—positions you as an empathetic leader capable of inspiring others towards shared goals.
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organisational Development or related field is required; a Master’s degree or MBA is strongly preferred for this senior executive position.
- Professional certifications such as SHRM-SCP, CIPD or HRCI are considered advantageous for demonstrating advanced HR expertise.
- A minimum of 15 years’ progressive experience in human resources leadership roles with at least 5 years at an executive level overseeing enterprise-wide strategy.
- Demonstrated success in leading large-scale HR transformation projects including talent management, organisational development, and cultural change initiatives.
- Proven track record in regulated industries such as insurance, banking or financial services is highly desirable due to complex compliance requirements.
- Comprehensive knowledge of Vietnam’s labour laws combined with experience implementing robust governance frameworks within multinational organisations.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills with a collaborative approach to building partnerships across diverse stakeholder groups both internally and externally.
- Experience driving digital adoption within HR functions including implementation of analytics platforms for data-driven decision making.
- Strong background in designing compensation structures aligned with market trends while ensuring fairness and transparency across all levels of the organisation.
What sets this company apart:
This organisation stands out as a beacon for professionals seeking meaningful impact within a supportive environment committed to personal growth. With a reputation for prioritising employee well-being alongside business performance, it offers flexible working opportunities designed around modern lifestyles. The company invests heavily in training opportunities so employees can continually expand their skillsets while advancing their careers. Its inclusive culture celebrates diversity at every level—ensuring everyone feels valued regardless of background or identity—and places genuine emphasis on ethical conduct throughout its operations. Employees benefit from generous pension contributions as part of a comprehensive rewards package that recognises both individual achievement and collective success. Here you’ll find knowledgeable colleagues eager to share insights within an open network built on mutual respect—a place where dependable teamwork drives sustainable progress for all involved.
What's next:
If you are ready to take on this influential role where your expertise can truly shape the future of people strategy at an industry-leading organisation, we encourage you to apply now!
Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next career-defining opportunity awaits.
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About the job

Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Human Resources
Focus: HR Director
Industry: Financial Services
Salary: Negotiable
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Director
Location: Ho Chi Minh City
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: SN0Q1S-7A19F6B9
Date posted: 7 August 2025
Consultant: Nguyen Nguyen
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