HR People & Client Services Lead

Your Company

Akkodis, is a global leader in the engineering and R&D market that is leveraging the power of connected data to accelerate innovation and digital transformation.

With a shared passion for technology and talent, 50,000 tech experts and digital experts deliver deep cross-sector expertise in 30 countries across North America, EMEA and APAC. Akkodis offers broad industry experience, and strong know-how in key technology sectors such as mobility, software & technology services, robotics, testing, simulations, data security, AI & data analytics. The combined IT and engineering expertise brings a unique end-to-end solution offering, with four service lines - Consulting, Solutions, Talents and Academy - to support clients in rethinking their product development and business processes, improve productivity, minimize time to market and shape a smarter and more sustainable tomorrow. Akkodis is part of the Adecco Group.

Akkodis is a commercial brand under which both AKKA and Modis entities operate.

Your Role

As Akkodis expands its footprint in Singapore and ASEAN, we are seeking a dynamic and hands-on HR People & Client Services Lead to join our team. This is a hybrid role, ideal for a professional who has transitioned from Talent Acquisition into a broader HR function and is looking to make a meaningful impact in a growing, entrepreneurial environment.

You will lead both strategic and operational HR and TA efforts, supporting the growth of a future-ready workforce while helping to build Akkodis identity as an employer of choice in Singapore.

Key Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition

• Drive end-to-end recruitment for tech, digital, and engineering roles in Singapore.
• Build and maintain strong partnerships with external vendors, including Adecco.
• Develop and execute a local Talent Acquisition strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead direct sourcing efforts and execute headhunting for critical roles.
• Maintain a robust pipeline of candidates to support future workforce needs.
• Work closely with the global TA/Employer Branding team to develop and localize Akkodis B2C employer branding strategy in Singapore, including managing social media presence, job campaigns, and local branding activities.

HR Business Partnering and Operations

• Act as the HR lead for Akkodis Singapore, supporting both internal staff and consultants.
• Collaborate with global HR teams to localize and implement frameworks such as career paths, performance reviews, and L&D plans.
• Lead performance management cycles and provide guidance to team leads and tech experts.
• Develop and implement HR operations, systems, and compliance policies tailored to the local context.

Key Requirements

• 5-10 years of HR and TA experience, ideally with a background in both in-house and agency recruitment.
• Strong recruitment skills with a focus on technology and engineering roles.
• Hands-on experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) and HRIS tools.
• Excellent knowledge of Singapore labor laws and HR compliance requirements.
• Proficiency in using local job platforms (e.g., JobStreet, MyCareersFuture, LinkedIn).
• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and external vendors effectively.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and engage.
• Data-driven mindset with the ability to analyze recruitment metrics and HR trends.
• Comfortable working in a dynamic, fast-paced, and lean environment.
• Prior exposure to employer branding initiatives, particularly in collaboration with global teams, is a strong advantage.