Nov 2023 – Jun 2025 · 1 yr 7 mos · Singapore · Hybrid

Jan 2022 – Oct 2023 · 1 yr 9 mos · Singapore · Hybrid

• With more than 100K professionals in >500 offices spanning across 100+ countries, CBRE is the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment.
• As the Regional Talent Acquisition Lead at CBRE, I managed a team of approximately 14 professionals, driving innovative talent acquisition strategies and programs across the SEA region to meet critical business objectives. I ensured alignment with service level agreements (SLAs) and key performance indicators (KPIs) while serving as a trusted advisor to business and account leaders, working collaboratively to address current and future workforce needs.
• My role included managing end-to-end recruitment processes for key roles and executive searches, ensuring the attraction and selection of top-tier talent for senior positions. I oversaw regional projects across SEA, providing strategic guidance, recruitment reporting, and actionable insights through metrics and analytics, solidifying CBRE’s ability to secure the best talent in a competitive market.

Jan 2021 – Jan 2022 · 1 yr · Malaysia · Hybrid

• Computer hard disk drive manufacturer and data storage company, headquartered in San Jose with >65K employees globally.
• As the Talent Acquisition Lead, I oversaw recruitment for five sites across Malaysia, supporting a workforce of nearly 10,000 employees. Leading a team of 13 within the Talent Acquisition Center of Excellence (COE), I managed hiring for both direct and indirect labor across a wide range of business functions.
• I also drove executive hiring efforts to ensure the attraction and onboarding of senior leaders aligned with the company’s strategic goals. Through close collaboration with business stakeholders, I executed recruitment strategies that supported workforce planning and delivered effective talent solutions at all levels of the organization.

Jan 2008 – Jan 2020 · 12 yrs · Singapore · Hybrid

• Global supply chain company with >200K employees across 30 countries.
• During my tenure at Flex, I played key roles in talent acquisition, leading global initiatives and streamlining processes. As Head of TA Systems, Tools, Metrics & Analytics, I enhanced the efficiency of Workday ATS worldwide and directed metrics strategies. Prior to this, as Head of TA Governance & Reporting, I implemented standardized practices and unified procedures across 30 countries. Additionally, I headed the TA Operations and executive search function for APAC, managing a diverse team across 9 countries and driving high-volume hiring annually.
• ⇨ Global Head of TA Systems, Tools, Metrics & Analytics (2016 - 2020)
• Orchestrated the Workday Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and Tools, along with driving Metrics & Analytics initiatives globally.
• Established as the Global Subject Matter Expert for TA Processes, Standards, Procedures, and Policies.
• ⇨ Global Head of TA Governance & Reporting (2015 - 2016)
• Pioneered TA Processes, Standards, Procedures, and Policies on a global scale.
• Harmonized recruiting processes for Workday ATS across 30 countries.
• Served as the Subject Matter Expert for TA Dashboards, Metrics & Analytics.
• ⇨ APAC TA Head (2013 - 2015)
• Oversaw a TA team of over 25, facilitating the hiring needs of the business with 3,000+ hires annually across approximately 35 manufacturing sites in 9 countries.
• Spearheaded Executive Recruiting operations across 10 countries in Asia.
• ⇨ SEA TA Head - Operations (2008 - 2012)
• Led a high-performing TA team supporting the hiring needs of approximately 15 manufacturing sites across Southeast Asia.
• Managed Executive Recruiting operations for SEA, Greater China, and North Asia.
• ⇨ Short-Term Assignments
• Kuala Lumpur (2009) - 6-month assignment
• Hong Kong (2011) - 1-year assignment
• Kuala Lumpur (2012) - 6-month assignment

Jan 2001 – Jan 2007 · 6 yrs

• 2003 - 2007 | Senior Manager - Singapore & Kuala Lumpur
• 2002 - 2003 | Senior Consultant - Perth & Sydney
• 2001 - 2002 | Consultant - Singapore & Kuala Lumpur
• With a core focus on IT recruitment, I have also successfully managed corporate roles spanning HR, Finance, and other functions across APAC. Over my six-year tenure as a Technical Recruiter at a leading search firm, I led a team of four recruiters across the Asia-Pacific region, overseeing end-to-end talent acquisition for various roles. Additionally, I adeptly navigated the recruitment landscape for diverse functions, ensuring seamless placements and client satisfaction.