Regional Head of HR, APAC & MENA

About Saxo:

Saxo is a global investment bank founded in 1992, headquartered in Copenhagen. We have a cross-asset platform that provides access to trade across FX, FX Options, Futures, Stock Options, Stocks, Bonds, CFD’s, Indices and other Delta1 products. Our clients include Banks & Brokers, Fund Managers, Private Banks, Corporates, Investment Managers and Family Offices.

Saxo offers fully digitised solutions for self-trading and advisory clients, along with discretionary wealth management capabilities for fund managers and asset managers and is at the forefront of innovation. Technology is at the heart of our business, and it is committed to ‘democratise trading’ and to ‘make markets more efficient through innovation. The accelerated adoption of technology and the increase in mobile business-to-customer interaction presents a huge growth opportunity for our clients.

Role Summary

The Regional Head of HR, APAC & MENA will lead and oversee the full employee lifecycle and HR agenda across multiple markets. This role partners closely with regional leadership team to deliver strategic people related agendas, while ensuring operational excellence across talent acquisition, Compensation & Benefit, talent & leadership development, employee relations, HR policies, and systems. Play a pivotal role in shaping a high‑performance culture, ensuring compliant HR operations, and enhancing employee engagement across the region.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic People Partnering

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders by understanding commercial priorities and translating them into actionable people strategies.

• Partner with the Global Head of Business Partnering to execute global HR frameworks within the regional context, ensuring consistency while tailoring solutions to local requirements.

• Drive organizational design initiatives to support business growth, workforce planning, and structural effectiveness.

Leadership Advisory & Coaching

• Provide strategic counsel to senior leaders on talent, succession, workforce challenges, organizational culture, and engagement.

• Coach managers on leadership effectiveness, performance management, conflict resolution, and team development.

Talent Acquisition & Mobility

• Partner with business leaders to define and execute regional hiring strategies.

• Report and analyse recruitment metrics to identify trends and drive continuous improvement.

• Oversee mobility processes including relocation assistance, tax compliance, visas, and work permits.

Compensation & Benefits

• Lead compensation and benefits review process

• Oversee monthly payroll and manage payroll vendors, ensuring accuracy and compliance.

• Maintain and update payroll systems in accordance with company policies and local regulations.

• Monitor regional market practices to propose competitive benefits.

• Administer benefit programs and manage claims processes.

Training & Development

• Coordinate logistics and delivery of regional and local training programs.

• Support implementation of talent development initiatives

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Maintain and enhance employee relations frameworks, policies, and handbooks.

• Support managers and employees on ER issues with sound guidance and compliance.

• Ensure proper documentation and filing according to global guidelines.

• Contribute to employee engagement programs including surveys, action planning, and cultural initiatives (e.g., team-building events, employee socials).

HR Policies, Processes & Systems

• Provide training and support on HR systems such as Workday and SaxoLearn

• Ensure accurate HR data management and strong governance of data‑handling processes.

• Oversee seamless onboarding, offboarding, and change processes across the region.

• Manage leave and absence administration within regulatory frameworks.

• Support offboarding and redundancy processes with timely documentation and payroll coordination.

HR Operations & Advisory

• Serve as the primary escalation point for operational HR inquiries.

• Oversee preparation and management of contracts, amendments, and employee documentation.

• Conduct exit interviews and manage HR surveys as needed.

• Ensure high‑quality, consistent HR service delivery across all regional locations.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Human Resources or related discipline.

• Minimum 10 years of HR experience including strong HR Business Partnering exposure.

• Experience in the financial services industry is strongly preferred.

• Fluent in English and preferable Chinese.

• Strong knowledge of regional labour laws, statutory requirements, and HR regulatory frameworks.

• Proven ability to build strong relationships at all organizational levels, including senior leadership.

• Ability to collaborate across global and regional teams effectively.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office and PowerPoint.

• Demonstrated experience managing HR projects and driving outcomes.

• Confident, articulate, and professional with a continuous‑learning mindset.

• Capable of working both independently and as part of a team.

We get curious people invested in the world
 

When you work at Saxo, you become a Saxonian and part of a purpose-driven organisation, where good ideas are always taken seriously, and where you can make a true impact. We are invested in your development, and you can expect a robust career from day one when you join Saxo – no matter which role you take on.
 

You will join 2,500 other ambitious colleagues across 15 countries and become part of an international organisation. Working in Saxo, you will get to meet colleagues from many different cultures and backgrounds, and you should know that we value diversity and inclusion and see it as a genuine source of strength to drive growth, foster innovation and position us for long-term success. 
 
We encourage an open feedback culture and supportive team environments enabling employees to grow and fulfil their career aspirations.  

When you bring passion, curiosity, drive and team spirit, your learning journey will be dynamic and your career opportunities in Saxo will be immense.

At Saxo we don’t just offer a job – we offer an opportunity to invest in your future!  

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