Assistant HR Manager

Watts is seeking an experienced and results-driven Assistant HR Manager to join the APMEA regional HR team. This role will act as a strategic partner to the Commercial teams, providing full-scope HR support across China and Southeast Asia. In addition, the role will be responsible for driving talent acquisition excellence, employer branding and talent development initiatives across the region.

ROLE DESCRIPTION

HR Business Partner

Serve as a trusted HRBP to the China and SEA Commercial teams, deeply understanding business needs and providing tailored HR solutions.

Partner with business leaders on organizational design, talent review, team engagement and succession planning to enhance team effectiveness.

Manage employee relations matters, including onboarding, transfers, and exit interviews, fostering a positive work environment.

Manage monthly payroll processing and disbursement for the SEA region

Administer local statutory and supplemental benefits programs for the SEA region, conducting market benchmarking to ensure competitiveness

Employer Branding & Campus Hire

Develop and execute China employer branding strategies to enhance the company's visibility and attractiveness in the talent market.

Lead the annual campus recruitment program, including target university selection, info sessions, interviews, and offer management.

Build and maintain long-term relationships with key universities to establish a pipeline of management trainees and interns.

Regional Talent Development

Coordinate with global, regional and local HR team to well implement targeted talent development programs.

Monitor the progress of high-potential employees and evaluate the effectiveness of development initiatives to ensure a strong return on talent investment.

Assist in driving talent review process, partnering with business leaders to identify high-potentials, assess succession readiness, and build a robust talent pipeline.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

8+ years of HR experience in HRBP or Talent Acquisition field, with a good understanding of core HR functions and processes

Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across functions, levels, and cultures

High level of self-discipline, strong sense of ownership, and can-do attitude

Proven ability to work in a fast-moving environment and manage multiple priorities

Fluent in English both written and spoken to handle cross-border communications

HR project management experience is preferred

EDUCATION

Bachelor’s degree or above in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.