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 public cloud, data science, AI, engineering innovation, and Io T.
Our customers include the world's leading public cloud and silicon providers, and industry leaders across many sectors.
Canonical is pioneer of global distributed collaboration, with 1,200+ colleagues in 75+ countries and very few office based roles.
Teams meet two to four times yearly in person, in interesting locations around the world, to align on strategy and execution.
Regional HR Manager – APAC
We are hiring a Regional HR Manager for APAC to join our People team at Canonical.
With 1,200+ colleagues across 75 countries, we require a People function that thinks and acts globally.
You will lead the APAC team of HR professionals to provide precise, compliant and scalable HR operations to the business, advise and execute on HR issues across the whole employee life‑cycle, and partner with senior leadership in your region.
The role will report to our Global Head of HR.
Responsibilities
Lead and scale Canonical's regional HR team.
Deliver precise and compliant HR operations in a timely manner and with the highest degree of accuracy.
Interact closely with the broader People team to create tight‑knitted processes across all regions.
Be accountable for HR processes such as talent development, succession planning, performance assessments, onboarding, culture and engagement initiatives that drive high performing teams.
Work with senior managers across the business on performance management, organisational design, employee engagement, rewards and workforce planning.
Own and coach people managers on the full spectrum of employee relations issues, across multiple countries.
Partner with people managers to support delivery of appropriate training and development programs.
Establish a trusted partnership with the business in your region.
Drive diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives.
Design new policies and deliver on business‑critical HR related projects globally.
Present at Canonical events to articulate Canonical's HR practices.
Qualifications
Exceptional academic track record from high school and university.
HR experience leading initiatives across regions within a technology business.
People management experience.
Experience in business partnering with senior stakeholders.
Balance between leading and executing; hands‑on involvement in daily HR routines.
Experience working in a remote‑first organization.
Able to leverage data to make informed decisions.
Knowledge and practical implementation of HR practices and employment law across APAC.
Experience handling and overseeing complex ER matters across multiple jurisdictions.
Fluent in business English (written and spoken).
Self‑motivated, organised, accurate, confident, authentic, results‑oriented, open‑minded, enthusiastic and energetic.
Willingness to travel up to 4 times a year for internal events.
Nice‑to‑have
Experience with immigration policies and mobility processes.
Professional HR qualification (CIPD/SHRM or other).
Facilitation skills.
Benefits
Distributed work environment with twice‑yearly team sprints in person.
Personal learning and development budget of USD 2,000 per year.
Annual compensation review.
Recognition rewards.
Annual holiday leave.
Maternity and paternity leave.
Employee Assistance Programme.
Opportunity to travel to new locations to meet colleagues.
Priority Pass, and travel upgrades for long‑haul company events.
Equal Opportunity
Canonical 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.
Location
Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland.
Seniority Level
Director
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Human Resources
Industries
Software Development
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