Employee Engagement & Internal Communications Director (Regional Scope)

Job Summary The Director – Employee Engagement & Internal Communications will shape and drive the employee experience across the full employee lifecycle, with a strong focus on engagement, belonging, and culture. This role leads the strategy and execution of employee engagement, employer branding, internal communications, and related programs to strengthen a caring culture and enhance retention, performance, and employee advocacy. As part of a multinational company with a strong Asia Pacific presence, the role will collaborate with regional stakeholders to deliver consistent and scalable people practices, while tailoring engagement initiatives to local workforce needs within a matrix organization. Key Responsibilities: Internal Communications - Develop and lead internal communications strategies that support engagement, culture, and key HR priorities. - Communicate HR initiatives, leadership messages, and engagement program results clearly and effectively. - Create channels for employee feedback and ensure insights are addressed and shared back with employees. Employee Engagement Strategy - Lead the employee engagement strategy and translate employee insights, such as surveys and focus groups, into measurable actions. - Promote belonging, reinforce a caring culture, and build trust through values-led leadership and people practices. - Create engagement roadmaps aligned with business strategy and workforce priorities. Employer Branding - Partner with the communications team to strengthen employer brand positioning as a “great place to work,” aligned with company values and talent priorities. - Develop content and messaging that resonate with current and prospective employees, while reinforcing the employee value proposition. - Support initiatives that enhance employee advocacy and strengthen the organization’s external reputation. Employee Engagement Programs & Initiatives - Design and deliver employee engagement programs, including recognition initiatives, culture events, wellbeing activities, and internal campaigns. - Develop scalable engagement frameworks that can be applied across regions and business units. - Drive program adoption and maintain consistent execution standards. Leadership & Stakeholder Management - Lead a small team and cross-functional stakeholders in aligning clear, measurable engagement objectives. - Influence senior leaders and business stakeholders to actively support employee experience and engagement priorities. - Establish KPIs and reporting rhythms to track engagement trends, participation, program impact, and retention indicators. Job Requirements: - Bachelor’s degree or above. - At least 16 years of relevant experience in a global matrix organization. - Global/APAC exposure. - Strong experience in internal communications, employer branding, and engagement program design. - Proven success in improving employee engagement with measurable results. - Extensive experience leading employee engagement initiatives across regions or business units. - Strategic thinker with strong execution skills and the ability to turn engagement insights into actionable programs. - Able to leverage employee feedback and analytics to drive improvements and measure impact. - Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills, including engagement with senior leaders. - High empathy, credibility, and commitment to fostering a caring and inclusive culture. - Collaborative and proactive in partnering across HR, leadership, and corporate functions. - Fluent in English, Cantonese, and Mandarin. How to Apply If you have strong experience in Employee Engagement or Internal Communications, we would be delighted to hear from you. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and career development opportunities. Please submit your resume with details of your qualifications and relevant experience.