GM, Corporate Services - APAC

Keywords: Human Resources leadership, Corporate communications, Safety governance, Executive support, Regional coordination, Confidential partnership, People governance, Stakeholder alignment, Workforce planning, Organisational design

A leading global aviation services organisation is seeking a General Manager Corporate Support – Asia Pacific, based in Singapore.

This pivotal regional role reports directly to the CEO APAC and will serve as a trusted advisor across Human Resources governance, internal leadership communications and regional Safety coordination. The mandate is designed to strengthen executive alignment, reinforce people governance and ensure structured communication across diverse APAC markets.

With a highly competitive salary range of S$180,000 – S$200,000 per annum, this opportunity is suited to a senior HR leader who combines strategic oversight with hands-on execution in operationally complex environments.

• Directly support the CEO APAC as a confidential partner, influencing people governance and executive decision-making across multiple countries.
• Lead both Human Resources and Corporate Communications functions regionally, ensuring consistent messaging and engagement throughout the Asia Pacific markets.
• Coordinate safety governance initiatives to align operational practices with regional standards, fostering a culture of safety and compliance.

What you'll do:

As General Manager Corporate Support - APAC, you will be instrumental in supporting the CEO APAC by providing expert advice on human resources strategy, internal leadership communications across APAC, and safety governance coordination. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve partnering with senior leaders across multiple countries to drive effective workforce planning and organisational design while managing confidential succession plans. You will lead internal communications efforts that keep employees informed and engaged during times of change or growth. Additionally, your role will require you to ensure that safety standards are consistently communicated and adhered to throughout the region. Success in this position will come from your ability to balance high-level strategic thinking with practical execution while maintaining discretion in all matters.

• Act as the regional Human Resources partner to the CEO and country leadership teams, providing strategic guidance on workforce planning, organisational design and succession planning across all APAC markets.

• Oversee confidential succession planning processes and manage sensitive employee matters with discretion and professionalism.

• Ensure robust HR governance by aligning policies and compliance frameworks across diverse markets within the region.

• Collaborate closely with country HR leads to strengthen employee engagement, performance management systems and overall people practices.

• Provide direct HR oversight for the Singapore office when required, supporting local needs while maintaining regional consistency.

• Coordinate and support internal leadership communications across APAC, including regional town halls, executive updates and organisational announcements, ensuring clarity and alignment of messaging.

• Prepare structured communication briefs and key messaging frameworks for the CEO on people-related and organisational matters.

• Support executive messaging during periods of organisational change, restructuring or crisis situations to ensure consistency and transparency.

• Work alongside the Sales & Marketing function on external communications where HR or organisational context is required, without assuming ownership of brand, marketing or PR activities.

• Liaise between operational safety leads and executive leadership to coordinate regional safety reporting frameworks and promote a unified safety culture.

What you bring:

The ideal candidate for General Manager Corporate Support - APAC brings a wealth of proven experience in senior human resources roles within complex multinational environments. Your deep understanding of people strategy enables you to navigate sensitive issues with empathy while upholding rigorous standards of confidentiality. You possess exceptional interpersonal skills that allow you to build trust-based relationships with executives at all levels. Your expertise extends beyond HR into corporate communications where you have successfully crafted clear messages during periods of transformation or crisis. Familiarity with operational industries such as aviation or logistics gives you valuable insight into unique regulatory requirements and cultural nuances across different markets. Your approach combines analytical rigour with emotional intelligence—ensuring that every initiative supports both business objectives and employee wellbeing.

• Extensive experience of at least 15 years in Human Resources leadership roles with significant exposure to APAC markets is essential for success in this position.
• A strong background in both internal and external corporate communications is required to effectively manage executive messaging across diverse audiences.
• Proven track record of supporting CEO or Board-level stakeholders demonstrates your ability to operate at the highest levels of an organisation.
• Demonstrated capability in handling confidential organisational decisions with integrity, discretion, and political maturity is critical for this role.
• Experience working within operational environments such as aviation, logistics or industrial sectors is highly desirable for understanding industry-specific challenges.
• Expertise in organisational design, workforce strategy development, change management processes, stakeholder alignment initiatives, governance frameworks, compliance awareness, executive communication skills, sound judgement under pressure.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out as a global leader in aviation services by fostering an environment where collaboration is valued above all else. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities designed to support work-life balance while encouraging personal growth through ongoing training programmes. The company’s commitment to diversity ensures that voices from all backgrounds are heard—creating an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive together. With generous pension contributions and access to knowledgeable mentors across regions, team members are empowered not only to excel professionally but also contribute meaningfully towards shared goals. The supportive leadership style prioritises open communication channels so that every individual feels connected regardless of their location within Asia Pacific.

What's next:

If you are ready to take on a highly influential role supporting executive leadership at a regional level—this is your moment to shine!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided—your next career chapter awaits!

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
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