HR Director, Shared Services

HR Director, Shared Services
Morgan Philips Group

APAC/Oceania, Malaysia, Penang

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Salary

Rank

Director

Responsibility

Site Lead

Scope

Regional

Workplace

100% in office

Functions

HR

Reports to
Level

N-1

Travel Max:

0%

Posting Date

10-30-2025

Description

Morgan Philips has been retained by a Fortune 500 Technology Manufacturing MNC in their search for a pioneer hire to set up its APAC HR Shared Services in Penang. The selected candidates will lead change, process optimization, and digital transformation to enhance employee experience and operational efficiency globally. You will eventually oversee a team of 60 HR professionals, and be responsible for setting the strategic direction, managing operations, and ensuring the successful implementation of the SSC.

HR Director, Shared Services

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership: Develop, communicate, and execute a global vision for HR Shared Services, ensuring alignment with overall organizational objectives and HR strategy. Drive the continuous improvement, standardization, and centralization of processes, identifying opportunities for automation and efficiency gains.
  • Change Management & Transformation: Lead change initiatives related to process transformation, technology deployment, and organizational structure. Identify, evaluate, and drive opportunities for automation and optimization. Leverage technology and data analytics to streamline workflows, reduce manual tasks, and improve service delivery.
  • Team Development: Recruit, Inspire, mentor, and manage a global team of 60 HR Shared Services professionals, focused on delivery of our payroll, rewards, contact HR, Leave Administration, and ER Operations processes. Foster a culture of excellence, collaboration, inclusivity, and continuous improvement.
  • Stakeholder Engagement:Serve as a trusted partner to HR Business Partners, HR Platforms, Employee Relations, and business leaders globally.
  • Metrics and Reporting: Develop and deliver regular reports on key HR Shared Services performance metrics. Monitor service levels, employee satisfaction, case resolution rates, and technology adoption.

Qualification & Requirements

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field required.
  • Experience: Minimum of 10 years’ progressive HR leadership experience, with at least 5 years in a global/shared services environment. Proven track record managing large, geographically dispersed teams.
  • Hands-on experience implementing or managing AI-powered HR tools, HRIS systems, and workflow automation platforms.
  • Demonstrated ability to lead, motivate, and develop high-performing teams in a matrixed, multicultural environment.
  • Exceptional analytical, problem-solving, and decision- Experience in process improvement and change management.
  • Communication: Superior written and verbal communication skills. Ability to influence at all levels and manage complex stakeholder relationships.
  • Experience leading global projects related to HR operations, technology enablement, or process transformation.

Benefits

No information available.

Company Profile

Morgan Philips Group
Industry

Staffing and Recruiting

Revenue

$108.8M

Employees

550

Fortune 500 Rank

NA

Global 500 Rank

NA

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