Job Openings Head of HR - Indonesia

About the job Head of HR - Indonesia

Role Overview

This position is the overall HR leader for the Indonesia market.
You will be responsible for building and managing a compliant, efficient, and localized HR system aligned with business growth. The role requires strong hands-on capability, deep understanding of Indonesian labor law, and the ability to work closely with Chinese headquarters and local teams.

You will manage large-scale workforce planning (1,000+ employees) and act as the key HR interface between Indonesia operations and the Group.

Key Responsibilities

  1. HR Strategy & Planning

    • Develop and execute annual HR plans aligned with Indonesia business objectives (recruitment, training, compensation & benefits, workforce planning).

    • Translate business strategy into practical HR initiatives.

  2. Recruitment & Talent Pipeline

    • Design and implement localized recruitment strategies.

    • Rapidly build and scale local teams.

    • Establish talent pipelines and succession plans for key positions.

  3. Workforce Cost & Efficiency

    • Analyze labor cost structures and headcount efficiency.

    • Optimize employment models while ensuring compliance and cost control.

  4. Group Coordination & Talent Exchange

    • Coordinate internal group resources.

    • Support cross-border talent exchange and short-term assignments (e.g., HQ experts supporting Indonesia operations or new store openings).

  5. Compensation, Benefits & Compliance

    • Design and manage compensation, benefits, BPJS, and statutory programs fully compliant with Indonesian labor law.

    • Ensure HR policies and practices meet legal and audit standards.

  6. Training & Capability Development

    • Develop localized training programs (e.g., operational standards, service standards, compliance training, cross-cultural communication).

    • Continuously improve employee capability and professionalism.

  7. Culture & Engagement

    • Promote integration between Chinese and Indonesian teams.

    • Organize engagement activities such as team-building, cultural exchange initiatives, language or cultural awareness programs.

  8. External Relations

    • Maintain effective relationships with labor authorities, immigration offices, and relevant industry associations.

    • Monitor and respond to policy or regulatory changes proactively.

Requirements

Mandatory Requirements

  • Indonesian nationality

  • Fluent in Bahasa Indonesia and English (both must be working languages)

  • Bachelors degree or above in HR Management, Psychology, Law, or related fields

  • Minimum 5 years of HR management experience in Indonesia

    • At least 3 years in a regional HR head or equivalent leadership role

  • Strong, practical knowledge of:

    • Indonesian Labor Law

    • Immigration Law

    • BPJS and social security regulations

Strongly Preferred

  • Experience working in Chinese companies or with Chinese stakeholders

  • Familiarity with Chinese working culture and decision-making style

  • Experience managing HR for large organizations (1,000+ employees)

Key Competencies

  • Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills

  • Proven crisis management and employee relations handling

  • High sense of ownership, resilience, and ability to work under pressure

  • Data-driven mindset and business-oriented HR thinking

  • Ability to adapt to fast-changing market and business environments

Personal Traits

  • Responsible, pragmatic, and highly reliable

  • Strong ethical standards and professional integrity

  • Hands-on leader who can balance strategy and execution

Important Location Confirmation

Work location: West Jakarta (Hublife Taman Anggrek). This is an on-site role.
Please confirm in your application whether you are comfortable working full-time at this location.


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