Location: South Sydney, Sydney (Hybrid) Our client, operating in a prestigious industry, is seeking an experienced and hands-on HR Manager to join its Asia Pacific team. This standalone, part-time (0.6 / 0.7 / 0.8) role is based at the company's Sydney headquarters and supports a diverse, geographically dispersed workforce. This is a critical operational role responsible for managing the full employee lifecycle while providing strategic HR input to the leadership team. The role requires someone with exceptional interpersonal skills who thrives in a multicultural environment and is passionate about creating positive workplace experiences. Key Responsibilities Provide both day-to-day HR support and strategic guidance to employees and managers across the Asia Pacific region. Manage the entire employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, and offboarding. Partner closely with a payroll officer to verify payroll accuracy (no processing responsibility) Oversee internal training programs and inductions; opportunity to contribute to executive coaching and leadership development if experienced. Maintain and optimise the HRIS (BambooHR) and ensure accurate and compliant HR data and records. Prepare employment contracts and manage all relevant documentation and HR compliance. Implement employee engagement and wellbeing initiatives that reflect the company's values and support a high-performance culture. Serve as the primary HR contact for regional staff across Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, and Hong Kong. Liaise with external HR advisors and regulatory bodies when necessary. Work collaboratively with the leadership team to contribute to workforce planning, succession planning, and talent management efforts. Candidate Profile Must have: Proven HR experience in a senior or standalone role, ideally within a fast-paced and service-oriented environment. Strong knowledge of Australian employment legislation. Skilled in balancing strategic priorities with hands-on operational responsibilities. Demonstrated experience managing recruitment, employee relations, performance reviews, and compliance processes. Proficient in using HRIS platforms (ideally BambooHR) and producing accurate HR reports. Exceptional interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with a pragmatic and solution-focused mindset. A proactive approach with an ability to manage HR Projects Nice to have: Exposure to or experience in a regulated industries. Experience supporting geographically dispersed teams across the Asia-Pacific region. Background in leadership development or executive coaching. Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Organisational Development, or a related field. Familiarity with Australian workers compensation legislation. Capability HR is the exclusive recruiter for this role. For any pre-application queries please email mmayoh@capabilityhr.com.au 160,000