Regional Hr Manager

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems to the global enterprise and technology markets.Our platform, Ubuntu, is widely used in initiatives such as public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation and IoT.With 1,200+ colleagues in 75+ countries, we are growing profitably and founder-led, with minimal office-based roles and teams meeting twice yearly in person.About the RoleWe are hiring a Regional HR Manager for APAC to join our People team at Canonical.You will lead the APAC team of HR professionals and partner with senior leadership to deliver precise, compliant, and scalable HR operations across the employee life cycle.ResponsibilitiesLead and scale Canonical's regional HR teamDeliver precise and compliant HR operations in a timely manner and with the highest degree of accuracyInteract closely with the broader People team to create tight-knit processes across all regionsBe accountable for HR processes such as talent development, succession planning, performance assessments, onboarding, culture and engagement initiatives that drive high performing teamsWork with senior managers across the business on performance management, organisational design, employee engagement, rewards- and workforce planningOwn as well as coach and advise people managers on the full spectrum of employee relations issues, across multiple countriesPartner with people managers to support the delivery of appropriate training and development programmesEstablish a trusted partnership with the business in your regionDrive diversity, equity, and inclusion initiativesDesign new policies and deliver on business-critical HR related projects globallyPresent at Canonical events to articulate Canonical's HR practicesQualificationsExceptional academic track record from both high school and universityHR experience leading initiatives across regions within a technology businessPeople management experienceExperience in business partnering with senior stakeholdersA good balance between leading and executing; hands-on involvement in daily HR routinesExperience in working in a remote-first organisationAble to leverage data to make informed decisionsKnowledge and practical implementation of HR practices and employment law across APACExperience in handling and overseeing complex ER matters across multiple jurisdictionsFluent in business English (written and spoken)Self-motivated, organised, accurate, confident, authentic, results-oriented, open-minded, enthusiastic and energeticWillingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal eventsNice-to-have skillsExperience with immigration policies and mobility processesProfessional HR qualification (CIPD/SHRM or other)Facilitation skillsBenefitsWe consider geographical location, experience and performance in shaping compensation worldwide.We revisit compensation annually (and more often for graduates and associates) to ensure we recognise outstanding performance and provide a performance-driven annual bonus.Distributed work environment with twice-yearly team sprints in personPersonal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per yearAnnual compensation reviewRecognition rewardsAnnual holiday leaveMaternity and paternity leaveEmployee Assistance ProgrammeOpportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleaguesPriority Pass and travel upgrades for long-haul company eventsInformation about the CompanyCanonical is an equal-opportunity employer.We are proud to foster a workplace free from discrimination.Diversity of experience, perspectives, and background create a better work environment and better products.Whatever your identity, we will give your application fair consideration.Seniority levelDirectorEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionHuman ResourcesIndustriesSoftware Development#J-*****-Ljbffr