Vice President - Human Resources
About the job
- At least 10 years of human resources experience with demonstrated career advancement.
- Knowledge of employment laws and the employment landscape in the APAC countries where FINN Partners operates.
- Fluency in English, including speaking, reading, and writing.
- Expertise in talent management and employee engagement within a multi-country context.
- Experience with human resources information systems, preferably Ceridian/Dayforce; Microsoft Outlook applications such as Word and Excel; web-based collaboration software such as Slack; and virtual meeting software such as Zoom.
- Commitment to values aligned with collaboration, creativity, and positive social impact.
- Develop and execute human resources strategies aligned with company goals and values, fostering a collaborative and innovative culture across the region.
- Partner with regional senior leadership to provide HR counsel on manpower, processes, and culture in support of business objectives, and provide timely HR solutions and interventions that support business growth.
- Manage and mentor human resources staff members in the APAC region.
- Oversee talent acquisition and retention strategies tailored to APAC countries to build a high-performing, diverse workforce.
- Partner with HR and account team colleagues to integrate new hires into the company.
- Provide compensation support to senior management, including salary planning and approval of salary actions, promotions, and job re-leveling.
- Design and implement programs that enhance employee engagement, satisfaction, and productivity across multiple countries.
- Ensure HR practices comply with each country's regulatory requirements and mitigate organizational risks.
- Conduct workplace investigations according to country-specific policies and requirements.
- Oversee talent development efforts and select learning and development programs that support business objectives and employee career development.
- Apply for training grants where applicable.
- Oversee performance management processes and procedures for APAC employees; advise managers and senior leaders on performance issues and deficiencies; and work with local HR team members to ensure annual reviews are conducted on time.
- Oversee HR operations for APAC, including benefits strategy and compliance administration, and implement HR initiatives that support business growth.
- Collaborate with the Global Head of HR to align regional strategies with corporate objectives while addressing local needs.
- Promote understanding of cultural differences and sensitivities within the APAC workforce to foster a respectful and cohesive work environment.
- Lead HR due diligence and integration processes for mergers and acquisitions within APAC.
- Champion inclusion and impact efforts in APAC, tailoring initiatives to each geography and ensuring company policies and practices promote an inclusive environment.
- An advanced degree and/or HR certification or accreditation.
About the company
Finn Partners is a global integrated marketing and communications agency with 18 offices across three continents and more than 700 colleagues. It delivers a range of services that help brands communicate with audiences through coordinated PR, marketing, digital, and strategic communications programs. The core product is integrated campaigns that combine media relations, content, events, digital tactics, and stakeholder engagement into a single, cohesive effort managed across regions and disciplines. Finn Partners differentiates itself through its collaborative, “new agency” model that blends a 60-year legacy in the industry with speed and energy from today’s hi-tech world, a culture focused on “amazing” work and workplace communities, and a track record of rapid growth, recognition, and awards. The company’s goal is to create meaningful, impactful communications work for clients while building a positive, inclusive workplace and contributing to the communities it serves.
Company Size
501-1,000
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Chicago, Illinois
Founded
2011
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Laura Macdonald joined September 29, 2026, strengthening AI, cybersecurity, fintech, and adtech.
- Columbus and Minneapolis opened in 2026, expanding Midwest reach around Hormel, Medtronic, and Life Time.
- Honner’s Australia acquisition opened APAC financial services work inside the AU$4.5 trillion superannuation market.
What critics are saying
- FINN hovered near $200 million in fees for three years, signaling stalled organic growth.
- Google AI Overviews and ChatGPT answer boxes compress earned-media traffic before 2027 renewals.
- If AI search disintermediates PR placements, FINN’s media-forensics and retainer model weakens fast.
What makes Finn Partners unique
- Independence and 39 offices let FINN cross-sell globally without holding-company conflicts.
- FINN’s tech practice generated $50.3 million in 2025 and spans nearly 300 staff.
- AIristotle gives FINN proprietary messaging intelligence inside Media Forensics, launched September 2025.
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Benefits
- Flexible Work Hours