VN HR Manager

This pivotal role is designed for someone who thrives on shaping and delivering HR strategies that drive business success while fostering an inclusive, supportive, and high-performing culture. As the trusted adviser to senior management, you will be instrumental in ensuring the company’s people, systems, and policies are aligned with both global standards and local requirements.

What you'll do:

As Vietnam Country Human Resources Manager, you will play an integral part in shaping the future of the organisation’s workforce. Your day-to-day activities will involve collaborating with senior leaders to develop forward-thinking HR strategies that underpin business objectives. You will oversee all aspects of the employee journey—from attracting top talent through innovative recruitment campaigns to nurturing their growth via comprehensive training programmes. By championing diversity and inclusion initiatives, you will help create a welcoming environment where everyone can thrive. Your responsibilities will also include ensuring operational excellence in payroll administration, benefits management, compliance with local regulations, and continuous process improvements based on data insights. Success in this role means being proactive in identifying opportunities for improvement while supporting your team’s development through coaching and clear goal-setting. Your ability to build strong relationships across all levels of the organisation will be crucial as you work together towards shared goals.

• Partner closely with the Managing Director and Regional HR Director to design and execute HR strategies that support business goals while aligning with global HR frameworks.
• Act as a strategic advisor to heads of departments and senior leaders on organisational design, workforce planning, succession planning, and overall people strategy.
• Champion initiatives that enhance employee engagement, foster cultural integration, and support growth across a diverse workforce.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for both blue- and white-collar roles, ensuring alignment with organisational values and maintaining a robust talent pipeline.
• Develop employer branding strategies to attract high-quality candidates while implementing effective workforce planning to meet evolving business needs.
• Drive talent management programmes including training needs analysis, development initiatives, performance management systems, succession planning, and leadership development frameworks.
• Oversee payroll administration, benefits management, HRIS operations, employee records maintenance, and ensure compliance with Vietnamese labour laws as well as internal policies.
• Prepare personnel budgets for the business unit while optimising resources and managing expenses efficiently.
• Foster an inclusive workplace culture by acting as mediator in employee relations matters and providing guidance on performance management, disciplinary actions, and grievance handling.
• Utilise data analytics to prepare HR dashboards and reports for management; identify trends or early warning signs related to people challenges and propose effective mitigation strategies.

What you bring:

To excel as Vietnam Country Human Resources Manager, your background should reflect substantial experience leading HR functions within dynamic organisations where adaptability is key. Your proven track record includes not only managing teams but also influencing senior stakeholders through thoughtful communication. You bring a collaborative mindset that enables you to connect easily with others, whether guiding line managers through complex situations or supporting employees during times of change. Your technical acumen extends beyond traditional HR practices into leveraging technology such as AI tools for process simplification. A deep understanding of Vietnamese labour law ensures compliance at every step while your analytical skills allow you to interpret data trends effectively. Above all else, your empathetic approach fosters trust among colleagues, making you a dependable partner throughout their career journeys.

• A minimum of 8-10 years’ experience in human resources with at least 3 years spent managing teams within mid-sized organisations operating in fast-moving environments.
• Proven ability to develop strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels of the organisation through excellent interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated experience delivering results independently while being proactive and data-driven in your approach to problem-solving.
• Flexibility to adapt quickly to changing circumstances while maintaining composure under pressure.
• Full proficiency in both English and Vietnamese languages (written and verbal), enabling clear communication across multicultural teams.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or Human Resource Management or equivalent qualification relevant to the field.
• Strong management capabilities including coaching direct reports effectively and providing ongoing training support.
• Exceptional analytical aptitude combined with sound judgement skills for making informed decisions based on data insights.
• Advanced proficiency with MS Office applications alongside knowledge of AI tools for streamlining HR processes.
• A positive outlook paired with openness to new ideas ensures you remain approachable when supporting colleagues or resolving issues.

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