Senior Manager, HR Communications and Talent Engagement

Join DayOne – Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure

DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe — and we’re just getting started.

As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure.

If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter.

Role Overview

We are seeking a dynamic, upbeat, and highly creative HR Communications Lead to spearhead the next chapter of how we communicate, engage and inspire employees across the region.

This role is perfect for someone who thrives in fast-moving environments, has strong storytelling instincts and loves bringing ideas to life through digital content, campus partnerships and employee engagement initiatives.

The ideal candidate is energetic, positive, relationship-driven and able to navigate complexity with ease while creating meaningful employee experiences and communications.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Newsletter & Internal Communications

• Lead the design, content direction and production of the HR Online Newsletter (magazine-style, digital-first).
• Develop communication campaigns highlighting people stories, culture, milestones and HR initiatives.
• Ensure tone, branding and messaging are consistent across platforms and regions, in partnership with the Marketing Team.
• Partner with HRBPs, Talent, L&D and business leaders to source and shape compelling content.

2. University & Campus Connect (Regional)

• Build and strengthen relationships with universities, polytechnics and educational partners.
• Lead regional Campus Connect strategies including career fairs, speaker sessions, internship branding, campus activations and digital outreach.
• Partner with HR and Marketing to elevate the employer brand among early career talent.
• Oversee internships pipeline: selection, onboarding, experience design, performance management and conversion recommendations.

3. Employee Engagement & Fun@Work Activities

• Design and execute region-wide employee engagement programs, events and cultural activations.
• Partner with HR and leadership teams to create activities that celebrate people, build connection and enhance workplace culture.
• Lead recognition initiatives, celebrations and fun-at-work experiences that keep employees energized and aligned with company values.
• Work closely with vendors for events, creative work and external partnerships.

4. People Leadership & Team Management

• Supervise and mentor communications and design interns.
• Provide direction, guidance and coaching to help them deliver high-quality creative output.
• Build a positive, collaborative and high-energy team environment.

Who You Are (Success Profile)

You will thrive in this role if you are:

• Creative, energetic and enthusiastic, with strong visual and storytelling instincts
• Positive and upbeat, bringing high energy and solutions-focused thinking
• Confident navigating chaos and ambiguity — you bring clarity, structure and calm
• Strong at building relationships, internally across HR and externally with universities & vendors
• Digitally savvy, comfortable with design tools, newsletters and content platforms
• Organised and proactive, able to juggle multiple projects with tight timelines
• A natural connector, passionate about people, culture and engagement

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Marketing, HR, Media, or related field
• 5–8 years of experience in corporate communications, employer branding, HR communications, engagement, or similar roles
• Experience leading creative or engagement programs across multiple regions is an advantage
• Strong writing, editing and storytelling skills
• Demonstrated ability to design or oversee creative output (newsletters, campaigns, visuals)
• Experience working with student communities, campus relations or early career talent preferred
• Event and vendor management experience

What You’ll Gain

• Opportunity to define and elevate the HR communication strategy across the region
• A highly visible role partnering with senior HR and business leaders
• Creative control to shape culture storytelling and employee experience
• Leadership experience managing interns and creative contributors
• The ability to build a portfolio of high-impact initiatives (HR Magazine, Campus Connect, Engagement Calendar, etc.)

DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you're ready to grow with one of the fastest-moving companies in the data center industry, apply now and be part of our global journey.