Get to Know our Team:

The People Team is a purveyor of opportunity, searching the globe for the most talented individuals and offering them an open, collaborative workplace. By prioritizing skill and potential, we have cultivated a powerful assembly of professionals through our drive for equal opportunity and diversity. We make the move to Agoda a breeze with assisted onboarding programs, and we continue to support and enrich our thousands of Agoda employees through individual growth with outstanding learning programs and various means of assistance. Our development of incredible benefits has ensured everyone can stay strong, healthy, and happy during their time at Agoda. Leading ambitious changes and making a positive impact in the lives of our employees, the People Team is a crucial and rewarding part of Agoda.

 The Opportunity:

We’re looking for a Senior Manager or Principal, HR Business Partner (HRBP) to lead the People agenda for our North Asia Region (Japan and South Korea) as the sole on-site HR leader. In this high-impact role, you’ll be a trusted advisor to Agoda’s Commercial teams, helping drive revenue growth by building high-performing, customer-focused teams and strengthening key B2B partnerships.

You’ll spend about 40% of your time on strategic partnering and talent management, with the remainder focused on performance management, employee relations, people operations, and learning & development. You’ll work hands-on with leaders and employees, balancing big-picture thinking with practical day-to-day support.

In this Role, you’ll get to:

• Partner as a senior advisor to regional leaders and managers, shaping business and people strategies through a deep understanding of goals, team culture, and talent needs to drive commercial success.
• Shape and deliver a People Roadmap that aligns with both company-wide and local business priorities.
• Lead and influence cross-functional initiatives that support business transformation and organizational growth.
• Anticipate business needs and implement proactive, scalable HR solutions that add long-term value.
• Use data and insights to inform decisions, measure impact, and provide actionable recommendations (e.g., retention, engagement, performance trends).
• Lead talent identification, development, and succession planning to build a strong leadership pipeline.
• Support organizational design, workforce planning, and change management to keep Agoda agile and competitive.
• Drive effective change management and communication for key business initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and high engagement.
• Manage, in partnership with People Centre of Expertise,  employee relations cases, ensuring fair and timely resolution, and provide guidance on complex or sensitive matters.
• Oversee people operations, including onboarding, policy guidance, and compliance with local labor laws.
• Drive learning and development initiatives to build skills and support career growth.
• Mentor and coach HR colleagues and business leaders, building people leadership capability across the region.
• Champion a culture of feedback, continuous learning, and high performance.
• Ensure strong governance, compliance, and risk management in all people practices.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role for someone who enjoys both strategic work and rolling up their sleeves to get things done.

 What you’ll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a related field is required.
• 8-10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior HRBP or HR leadership role, ideally in a fast-paced, multinational, or matrixed environment.
• Demonstrated experience embedding People and culture into business leadership, ideally at scale and in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Ability to flex between company-wide strategy and tailored solutions for specific region, with a strong business partnership mindset.
• Skilled at aligning and connecting HR functions, building strong relationships, and driving collaboration across teams.
• Expertise in leadership effectiveness, engagement, talent management, rewards, succession planning, and organizational design.
• Experience with workforce planning, organizational agility, and leading change initiatives.
• Outstanding ability to communicate with influence, use data to inform decisions, and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to cope well with ambiguity and change.
• Willingness to get hands-on and tackle operational HR tasks as needed. Especially during transformation. You’re not afraid to roll up your sleeves and support the team wherever needed to drive results.
• Fluency in written and spoken Korean and English, with strong communication skills to effectively convey complex information. Japanese language skills are a strong plus.

It’s Great if you Have:

• Curiosity, ready to challenge current practices and perspectives.
• Experience creating and rolling out people programs or ways of working that make the company a better place to work and help teams perform at their best.
• Great sense of ownership and reliability.
• Multicultural or International Experience.
• Humility, flexibility, good interpersonal skills.

#Seoul #Tokyo 

About the Role

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Analyst to join our People Services Excellence team. This role supports backend operations including invoice processing, vendor coordination, and budget reporting across People-related services such as Workplace Operations, Global Mobility, and Business Travel.

We value accuracy over speed, independent problem-solving, and full ownership of tasks from start to finish. You will work closely with People, Finance, Admin, and Real Estate teams to ensure timely payment processing and contribute to team efficiency and scalability.

Looking for candidates local to Thailand only 

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end invoice processing, ensuring accuracy, timely submission, and alignment with internal policies (Workplace Services, Visa, Work Permit, Business Travel, and Engagement activities)
• Coordinate with AP and cross-functional teams (Finance, Procurement, Admin) to ensure smooth invoice-to-payment processing; escalate issues when needed
• Maintain vendor communication and documentation, including invoice status tracking, PO monitoring, payment exceptions handling, and basic vendor inquiries
• Assist in tracking financial data for cost allocation purposes into monthly reports (under the guidance of the Manager)
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Procurement, Admin) mainly to ensure smooth invoice-to-payment processing; escalate issues when needed
• Collaborate with local office teams and global stakeholders to ensure smooth delivery and service fulfillment.
• Maintain operational trackers, invoice logs, basic reporting dashboards, and document filing repositories to support audit readiness and transparency
• Assist in budget tracking and generating monthly spend reports for internal review.
• Support ad hoc reporting requests by gathering invoice or spend-related data as assigned by the Manager.
• Participate in small-scale process improvement initiatives relevant to invoice management or administrative workflows.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Finance, Accounting, Economics, or related field
• 2–4 years of experience in procurement operations, invoice processing, finance support, or business operations.
• Familiarity with invoice lifecycle, purchase request (PR) / purchase order (PO) processes, and expense reporting
• Experience handling invoices or payments across multiple entities, currencies or countries is a strong plus
• Good command of both written and spoken English
• Understanding of Thai VAT or withholding tax documentation (for Visa/Work Permit-related invoices) is advantageous

Technical Skills:

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Excel or Google Sheets (e.g., VLOOKUP, pivot tables, charts)
• Experience with ERP systems such as Oracle, SAP, or Workday
• Comfortable using shared cloud platforms (Google Drive, SharePoint) for document organization
• Strong attention to data accuracy and version control

Core Competencies:

• Attention to details and accuracy
• Ownership and follow-through
• Effective communication and collaboration across departments (Finance, Procurement, Admin)
• High sense of responsibility, integrity, and professionalism
• Proactive, curious, and eager to learn and contribute to team success
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a growing and evolving team that drives operational excellence in People Services.
• Contribute to meaningful, cross-functional projects that impact workplace experience and operational efficiency.
• Gain hands-on exposure to finance, procurement, and global operations within a leading tech company.
• Build a strong career foundation blending financial operations, vendor management, and reporting skills, with opportunities for further growth.

Get To Know Our Team:

The People Team is a purveyor of opportunity, searching the globe for the most talented individuals and offering them an open, collaborative workplace. By prioritizing skill and potential, we have cultivated a powerful assembly of professionals through our drive for equal opportunity and diversity. We make the move to Agoda a breeze with assisted onboarding programs, and we continue to support and enrich our thousands of Agoda employees through individual growth with outstanding learning programs and various means of assistance. Our development of incredible benefits has ensured everyone can stay strong, healthy, and happy during their time at Agoda. Leading ambitious changes and making a positive impact in the lives of our employees, the People Team is a crucial and rewarding part of the Agoda family. 

The Opportunity:

We are looking for an Associate Talent Acquisition Partner who will help us strategically yet grow our world-class team in India and other countries across the globe. You should be passionate about recruiting first-rate talents that will add value to the business. Partnering with senior management, you will be critical to creating a seamless recruiting process to help Agoda scale our business globally.

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with hiring managers to understand their business objectives and hiring needs. Develop the recruitment strategy and ways to build a talent pipeline accordingly.
• Own the full-cycle recruitment process ensuring a seamless, uniform, and positive candidate experience.
• Build your network with high-potential talents to ensure that the business has access to the best talent in the market, working comfortably on a global level.
• Engage in creative talent mapping efforts for the purposes of building our candidate pipeline as well as to provide market intelligence to the business.

Required Qualifications:

• Passion for recruitment and delivering great candidate experience
• 3+ years of end-to-end recruiting experience in a fast-growing product or tech company
• Hands on exp managing high volume hiring targets in stipulated timeframe
• Excellent communication and listening skills
• Ability to influence and partner with senior leadership across the company using a data driven approach
• Experience closing candidates at all levels from early career to mid-senior roles and negotiating complex compensation packages
• Data oriented approach to problem solving and ability to work with different tools such as LinkedIn Recruiter, Job Boards, Greenhouse, MS Office Suite
• Excellent presentation and project management skills, with proven ability to take initiative and build strong, productive relationships
• Ability to be proactive, identify areas of improvement, and drive process improvement initiatives 

Get to Know our Team:

The People Team is a purveyor of opportunity, searching the globe for the most talented individuals and offering them an open, collaborative workplace. By prioritizing skill and potential, we have cultivated a powerful assembly of professionals through our drive for equal opportunity and diversity. We make the move to Agoda a breeze with assisted onboarding programs, and we continue to support and enrich our thousands of Agoda employees through individual growth with outstanding learning programs and various means of assistance. Our development of incredible benefits has ensured everyone can stay strong, healthy, and happy during their time at Agoda. Leading ambitious changes and making a positive impact in the lives of our employees, the People Team is a crucial and rewarding part of Agoda.

 The Opportunity:

We’re looking for a Senior Manager or Principal, HR Business Partner (HRBP) to lead the People agenda for our North Asia Region (Japan and South Korea) as the sole on-site HR leader. In this high-impact role, you’ll be a trusted advisor to Agoda’s Commercial teams, helping drive revenue growth by building high-performing, customer-focused teams and strengthening key B2B partnerships.

You’ll spend about 40% of your time on strategic partnering and talent management, with the remainder focused on performance management, employee relations, people operations, and learning & development. You’ll work hands-on with leaders and employees, balancing big-picture thinking with practical day-to-day support.

In this Role, you’ll get to:

• Partner as a senior advisor to regional leaders and managers, shaping business and people strategies through a deep understanding of goals, team culture, and talent needs to drive commercial success.
• Shape and deliver a People Roadmap that aligns with both company-wide and local business priorities.
• Lead and influence cross-functional initiatives that support business transformation and organizational growth.
• Anticipate business needs and implement proactive, scalable HR solutions that add long-term value.
• Use data and insights to inform decisions, measure impact, and provide actionable recommendations (e.g., retention, engagement, performance trends).
• Lead talent identification, development, and succession planning to build a strong leadership pipeline.
• Support organizational design, workforce planning, and change management to keep Agoda agile and competitive.
• Drive effective change management and communication for key business initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and high engagement.
• Manage, in partnership with People Centre of Expertise,  employee relations cases, ensuring fair and timely resolution, and provide guidance on complex or sensitive matters.
• Oversee people operations, including onboarding, policy guidance, and compliance with local labor laws.
• Drive learning and development initiatives to build skills and support career growth.
• Mentor and coach HR colleagues and business leaders, building people leadership capability across the region.
• Champion a culture of feedback, continuous learning, and high performance.
• Ensure strong governance, compliance, and risk management in all people practices.

This is a hands-on, high-impact role for someone who enjoys both strategic work and rolling up their sleeves to get things done.

 What you’ll Need to Succeed:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources or a related field is required.
• 8-10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3–5 years in a senior HRBP or HR leadership role, ideally in a fast-paced, multinational, or matrixed environment.
• Demonstrated experience embedding People and culture into business leadership, ideally at scale and in a fast-paced, global environment.
• Ability to flex between company-wide strategy and tailored solutions for specific region, with a strong business partnership mindset.
• Skilled at aligning and connecting HR functions, building strong relationships, and driving collaboration across teams.
• Expertise in leadership effectiveness, engagement, talent management, rewards, succession planning, and organizational design.
• Experience with workforce planning, organizational agility, and leading change initiatives.
• Outstanding ability to communicate with influence, use data to inform decisions, and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to cope well with ambiguity and change.
• Willingness to get hands-on and tackle operational HR tasks as needed. Especially during transformation. You’re not afraid to roll up your sleeves and support the team wherever needed to drive results.
• Fluency in written and spoken Japanese and English, with strong communication skills to effectively convey complex information. Korean language skills are a strong plus.

It’s Great if you Have:

• Curiosity, ready to challenge current practices and perspectives.
• Experience creating and rolling out people programs or ways of working that make the company a better place to work and help teams perform at their best.
• Great sense of ownership and reliability.
• Multicultural or International Experience.
• Humility, flexibility, good interpersonal skills.

#Seoul #Tokyo 

Get To Know Our Team:

The People Team is a purveyor of opportunity, searching the globe for the most talented individuals and offering them an open, collaborative workplace. By prioritizing skill and potential, we have cultivated a powerful assembly of professionals through our drive for equal opportunity and diversity. We make the move to Agoda a breeze with assisted onboarding programs, and we continue to support and enrich our thousands of Agoda employees through individual growth with outstanding learning programs and various means of assistance. Our development of incredible benefits has ensured everyone can stay strong, healthy, and happy during their time at Agoda. Leading ambitious changes and making a positive impact in the lives of our employees, the People Team is a crucial and rewarding part of the Agoda family. 

The Opportunity:

As Director of Organizational Performance in the People Development & Performance team, you will be partnering with senior leaders across Agoda to drive programs and initiatives aimed at strengthening and evolving how we measure and assess organizational effectiveness, and drive interrelated performance management and adjacent talent management platforms and processes such as talent identification, succession planning, and more. Design and implementation of programs will require close partnership across the People Team and project teams in each department. You will have the opportunity to help shape Agoda’s organizational and performance management strategies globally to support achieving our vision and multi-year strategy.

What You’ll Do:

• Closely partner with senior departmental leaders and senior business partners and colleagues in the People Team (e.g., HRBPs, Compensation & Benefits, Learning & Development, etc.) to understand business strategy and current organizational context to identify and address opportunities to develop a high performing culture in their teams
• Manage platforms and cycles for performance calibration, talent review, performance review and succession planning across the company
• Analyze performance, org structure/complexity, and talent movement data to identify issues and recommend practical improvements to talent processes for rapid implementation
• Lead and develop a team (both directly and on project basis) to deliver platforms and programs on an all-Agoda and priority departmental program basis
• Ably represent People Team in Agoda leadership forums, and represents Agoda in interactions with related brand companies in people-related topics aimed at sharing and learning best practices, harmonizing policies where appropriate such as inter-brand transfer
• Mentor and develop other professionals in a maturing People function
• Translate people analytics into clear updates for stakeholders, shaping strategy and measuring program impact (e.g., exit drivers, retention, engagement, and performance-management trends)

What You'll Need to Succeed:

• 12+ years of experience in internal HR partnering, talent management and organizational consulting experience in large organization preferably in the tech industry, or strategic or management consulting experience
• Acute business acumen and understanding of how organizational structures and dynamics relate to execution
• Deep experience implementing, operating, and improving performance management platforms and processes, preferably in fast moving Tech environments
• Deep understanding of the systems and associated data across the employee lifecycle and attendant business processes across full employee lifecycle
• Excellent executive presence and the ability to clearly articulate messages to a variety of audiences
• Ability to bring business perspectives and facilitate outcomes is more important than experience in HR roles
• Excellent judgment, self-motivated, curious and trustworthy
• Outstanding ability to lead a team with strong ability to prioritize and guide robust, detailed execution
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capability backed with excellent data sense
• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and ethics
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate across a diverse, multicultural organization
• Comfortable with ambiguity and change; brings structure and drive to deliver results
• Humility, sense of humor, flexibility, good interpersonal skills and the ability to lead difficult conversations are a must
• Undergraduate degree from a top university expected, advanced degrees welcome

**This role is Based in Bangkok – Relocation Support Provided** 

#melbourne #london #berlin #copenhagen #hongkong #seoul #tokyo #jakarta #manila #kualalumpur #singapore #hanoi #bangkok

The Opportunity:

We are looking for someone to lead our Global Employee Relations Team as a Senior Manager, Employee Relations. This role leads the development of policies, advisory standards, case governance and analytics to ensure fair, consistent and legally sound people practices. The incumbent partners closely with HR leadership, Legal, unions, and government agencies to manage complex disciplinary matters, labor relations issues and emerging workforce risks.

The role combines deep industrial relationships expertise, policy leadership, stakeholder influence, and data-driven decision making, and serves as a subject-matter authority on employment legislation and industrial relations strategy.

Our Employee Relations consultants work closely with key stakeholders including our Legal/Compliance team, Corporate Tax, Corporate Governance, Talent Business Partner team and the Senior Management Team to support employees in challenging circumstances, and we seek to identify trends and share insights to adjust our people management practices to get the best talent outcomes. We advise and enable managers to make the best possible decisions, challenging practices that go beyond legal obligation to protect our unique culture at Agoda.

What You’ll Do:

• Elevate Compliance and Policy Expertise: Act as the go-to specialist on ER Matters, guiding managers in adhering to company policies, local laws, and regulations. Establish governance standards, operating guidelines and decision frameworks to ensure consistency across the organization. Translate employment legislation, case law and regulatory changes into clear institutional policies and guidance.
• Enhance Manager Effectiveness: Lead the design, review and implementation and advise people managers on the Organization-wide employee & labor relations and HR policy framework. Critically evaluate systemic issues in manager capability and practices and escalate them appropriately to business leaders for sustainable resolution.
• Union Engagement: Represent the organization in union consultations, negotiations, arbitration and dispute resolution forums. Analyze union and management proposals to assess policy, financial and employee-relations implications. Support collective bargaining strategies through data, benchmarking and scenario analysis.
• Streamline Disciplinary and Termination Processes: Ensure accurate execution and documentation of disciplinary actions and terminations to minimize labor disputes.
• Lead Investigations and Employee Relations processes: Conduct impartial investigations into grievances and serve as a dedicated Employee Relations partner, identifying trends and insights to inform procedural improvements.
• Drive Performance and Policy Enhancements through Analytics: Analyze performance management data and past misconduct cases to develop recommendations for capability-building, policy revisions, training enhancements, and more effective management practices.
• Optimize Performance Management and Offboarding: Spearhead improvements in performance management systems and refine offboarding processes, incorporating data from different sources to enhance employee experiences.
• Regulatory & Dispute Management: Liaise with Legal team to represent and manage the Company in negotiations, arbitrations and dispute resolution forums or other regulatory authorities. 

Required Qualifications:

• Deep understanding of employee relations, labor relations and workplace dispute management.
• Strong working knowledge of employment legislation, regulations and industrial relations practices.
• Ability to interpret legislation and apply it practically within complex organizational environments.
• Advanced stakeholder management and influencing capability across senior leaders, unions and regulators.
• Strong negotiation, mediation and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to balance organizational risk with empathy and sound judgement.
• Degree in Human Resource Management, Law, Industrial Relations, or related discipline, or equivalent professional experience.
• A minimum of 13 years in Employee and Labor Relations or HR Business Partnering roles within large or regulated organizations, with a proven track record of handling complex employee relations issues.
• Extensive knowledge of employment laws and regulations in the relevant region, with the ability to interpret and apply them in various scenarios.
• Hands-on experience managing and executing restructuring/change management projects
• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders
• Ability to cope well with ambiguity and change
• High level of discretion, confidentiality, and ethical standards in handling sensitive information and situations.
• Sound judgment and the ability to make well-informed decisions, balancing legal compliance with business needs.
• Proficiency in using data and analytics to inform decision-making processes and improve employee relations strategies.
• Fluency in written and spoken English, with strong communication skills to effectively convey complex information.
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and a desire to take on managerial responsibilities in the future.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Curiosity, ready to challenge current practices and perspectives
• Great attention to detail
• Great sense of ownership and reliability
• Multicultural or International Experience
• Humility, flexibility, good interpersonal skills

Bangkok based, relocation provided.

Inclusion Senior Specialist

About Agoda

At Agoda, we bridge the world through travel. Our story began in 2005, when two lifelong friends and entrepreneurs, driven by their passion for travel, launched Agoda to make it easier for everyone to explore the world.  Today, we are part of Booking Holdings [NASDAQ: BKNG], with a diverse team of over 7,000 people from 90 countries, working together in offices around the globe. Every day, we connect people to destinations and experiences, with our great deals across our millions of hotels and holiday properties, flights, and experiences worldwide. No two days are the same at Agoda. Data and technology are at the heart of our culture, fueling our curiosity and innovation. If you’re ready to begin your best journey and help build travel for the world, join us.

The Opportunity:

The ideal candidate is a creative self‑starter who conceives and executes high‑impact inclusion initiatives across Agoda and beyond. You will spearhead our global inclusion programs, partnering closely with business units and external stakeholders to translate strategy into measurable outcomes. You’ll leverage strong stakeholder management and event/program delivery experience to drive tangible impact, influence senior leaders, and build lasting partnerships. This role offers a unique opportunity for a passionate inclusion professional to grow, take on greater responsibilities, and shape inclusion across our global workforce and partner network.

In this Role, you'll get to: 

• Design and deliver inclusion programs for employees and external partners, aligning initiatives with business strategy, global standards, and industry best practices to drive measurable impact.
• Define timelines, milestones, and deliverables that guide program design, prioritize stakeholder workstreams, and serve as measurable guideposts for impact evaluation.
• Monitor program progress using quantitative metrics, surveys, and impact assessments, and iterate based on findings and stakeholder feedback.
• Shape and scale ERG activity in collaboration with senior stakeholders to ensure sponsorship, strategic alignment, and broad employee participation.
• Create integrated communications and learning programs that raise awareness, change behaviors, and equip employees and external partners with practical inclusion skills
• Ensure programs and materials meet regional and local compliance requirements

What you'll Need to Succeed:

• Minimum 3 years’ professional experience designing and delivering inclusion programs or events in corporate or non-profit settings, including experience managing internal and external partnerships.
• Passion for workplace inclusion with a strong understanding of organizational systems and dynamics and a focus on creating measurable impact.
• Proven project management skills, including multi-stakeholder coordination, prioritization, and effective multitasking to deliver to deadlines.
• Strong decision-making skills with the capacity to act decisively, manage risk, and operate effectively in conditions of uncertainty.
• Curiosity and analytical mindset, able to synthesize qualitative and quantitative data into actionable insights and clear implementation plans.
• Willingness to travel as required and a demonstrated eagerness to learn, grow, and adapt in a fast-paced environment. 
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.

It’s Great if you have: 

• Knowledge of organizations, industry best practices, and inclusion concepts in APAC, including cultural nuances, local regulations, and stakeholder ecosystems.
• Proficiency in one or more Asian languages 

Get To Know Our Team:

The People Team is a purveyor of opportunity, searching the globe for the most talented individuals and offering them an open, collaborative workplace. By prioritizing skill and potential, we have cultivated a powerful assembly of professionals through our drive for equal opportunity and diversity. We make the move to Agoda a breeze with assisted onboarding programs, and we continue to support and enrich our thousands of Agoda employees through individual growth with outstanding learning programs and various means of assistance. Our development of incredible benefits has ensured everyone can stay strong, healthy, and happy during their time at Agoda. Leading ambitious changes and making a positive impact in the lives of our employees, the People Team is a crucial and rewarding part of the Agoda family. 

The Opportunity:
In this role, you will be leading a team of TA Partners and Associate TA Partners while also collaborate with multiple stakeholders such as Operations leaders, HR Generalists, HR Specialist, Technology & Analytics team etc. You will be focusing on two different areas including leading your team to achieve set hiring targets and successfully executes project to continuously improve the recruitment function.

In this Role, you'll get to: 

• Lead the team to hire to target and be 100% staffed by optimizing sourcing, recruitment funnel and the team organization
• Drive improvements to increase the quality of hires (measured by objective metrics) through data-driven experimentation
• Ensure operational excellence in your team for every step of the recruitment process (new positions intake, JDs, pre-screening, interviews scorecards, offer communication, etc.)
• Leverage and analyze Data and Recruitment Reports to effectively partner with the Team and Business
• Reduce the cost per hire
• Ensure that Hiring Managers supported by your team develop interviewing skills
• Develop strategies to build talent pipelines and effectively raise or lower the bar adapting to hiring needs
• Manage, coach and build a team of strong Recruiters and enable them to hire game changers for Agoda
• Lead projects to transform the recruitment function. Examples of possible projects are:
  • Defining operational excellence in the recruitment process
  • Introducing new assessment tools
  • Building an upskilling program for Recruiters
  • Experimenting with different recruitment processes

What you'll Need to Succeed:

• Between 8-10+ years of experience in recruitment and a minimum of 4 years of team management experience in a fast-paced, dynamic global environment
• Previous experience in hiring for Southeast Asia market is a plus
• Exposure to headcount models and resource planning is a must
• Ability to leverage data to take decisions and optimize the results
• Leadership skills to rally recruiters to achieve stretch targets
• Ability to work effectively with multiple stakeholders
• Fluent in English
• Autonomous and highly motivated with a strong sense of urgency.

**This role is based in Bangkok, relocation support will be provided.**

Job Description

Job Title: Specialist, Payroll Design  - JG 4
Reports to: Senior Manager ,  Payroll

Level: 4
Experience: 8–10 Years

Location: Bangkok

Role Purpose:
Payroll Service Design, Governance & Continuous Improvement is responsible for designing, maintaining, and enhancing the global payroll operational framework. This role ensures payroll operations are robust, efficient, and scalable by establishing strong SLAs, KPIs, governance controls, and a disciplined culture of continuous improvement.

A key element of this responsibility is to lead and embed these standards into all payroll projects, including system implementations, vendor transitions, and global expansions. By acting as the critical bridge between strategic design and operational execution, this role translates global payroll standards into practical, future-proof ways of working, ensuring consistent service delivery, financial accuracy, and audit readiness across all initiatives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Payroll Operating Framework & Governance
  • Own, maintain, and enhance the global payroll operating model, standard operating procedures (SOPs), process maps, and escalation frameworks.
  • Define and manage global payroll calendars and cut-off schedules.
  • Maintain the payroll governance and control framework, including approval matrices, segregation of duties, and the risk & control register.
  • Ensure all regional teams and external vendors adhere to defined global standards.
• Performance Management (SLA & KPI Oversight)
  • Design, implement, and manage a comprehensive global SLA and KPI framework covering accuracy, timeliness, first-time-right rates, and cost efficiency.
  • Produce and analyze monthly performance dashboards to track trends and identify service gaps.
  • Lead root-cause analysis for performance issues and drive corrective action plans.
• Audit, Compliance & Risk Management
  • Act as the primary point of coordination for all internal and external payroll audits (Internal Audit, External Audit, SOC1/ISAE).
  • Ensure perpetual audit readiness across the global payroll function.
  • Track, manage, and ensure timely closure of all audit findings and control action items.
• Continuous Improvement & Process Excellence
  • Establish and own the Payroll Continuous Improvement (CI) framework, identifying opportunities for automation, standardization, and simplification.
  • Lead CI initiatives (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) to eliminate high-volume manual tasks, rework, errors, and process bottlenecks.
  • Quantify, track, and report on benefits realization, including reduced error rates, shorter cycle times, cost savings, and improved employee experience.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement across the payroll and accounting teams.
• Project, Change & Vendor Management
  • Serve as the payroll Subject Matter Expert (SME) for key projects, including system upgrades, vendor transitions, and country expansions.
  • Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT), cutover planning, and hypercare support to ensure successful project implementations.
  • Govern vendor performance through SLA tracking, preparing Quarterly Business Review (QBR) materials, and driving service improvement plans (SIPs).
  • Act as a central coordination point for resolving cross-regional operational issues.
• Payroll & Accounting Alignment
  • Partner closely with the Payroll Accounting team to ensure clear ownership and seamless handoffs between payroll processing and accounting activities.
  • Align on and reinforce controls impacting the general ledger (GL) and balance sheet integrity.
  • Support governance of payroll-to-GL reconciliation processes and escalate accounting-impacting issues.

Key Stakeholders:

• Head of Payroll Operations & Payroll Accounting
• Regional Payroll Managers & Teams
• Head of Payroll Accounting & Finance Controllers
• HR Operations, HRIT, and Shared Services Leadership
• Internal & External Audit Teams
• Payroll Vendors and Technology Partners

Success Measures (KPIs):

• Service Delivery: Consistent achievement or improvement against all payroll SLAs and KPIs (accuracy, on-time delivery).
• Quality & Efficiency: Measurable reduction in rework, retro payments, and manual processing time.
• Governance: Reduction in audit findings and strengthened control compliance.
• Improvement: Tangible benefits delivered through process simplification, automation, and standardization projects.
• Stakeholder Satisfaction: Positive feedback from regional and functional leaders on governance and support effectiveness.

Required Experience & Qualifications:

Experience:

• 7–8 years of progressive experience within global payroll operations, payroll project management, governance, or payroll accounting.
• Hands-on experience designing SLAs/KPIs, driving process improvement initiatives, and supporting large-scale payroll transformations.
• Proven experience managing outsourced payroll vendors and multi-country payroll models.
• Practical exposure to major payroll platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP, ADP, CloudPay, Dayforce).

Skills & Competencies:

• Analytical Acumen: Expert ability in data analysis, KPI design, trend spotting, and root-cause analysis.
• Process Excellence: Strong skills in process mapping, re-engineering, and methodologies like Lean or Six Sigma.
• Structured Governance: A meticulous and structured approach to documentation, controls, and risk management.
• Influential Leadership: Ability to lead, influence, and drive change without direct authority in a complex, matrixed environment.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with technical teams, vendors, and senior leadership.
• Problem-Solving: A proactive and strategic problem-solver with a focus on designing sustainable, scalable solutions.

Top 5 Strategic Contributions for Payroll & Payroll Accounting

1. Establish a Unified Framework of Governance & Control

This role will create a single source of truth for how payroll is run, creating clarity and reducing risk for both operations and accounting teams.

• For Payroll Ops: Clear SOPs, escalation paths, and defined controls reduce ambiguity and prevent errors.
• For Payroll Accounting: A robust control framework and segregation of duties ensure the integrity of data flowing into the General Ledger (GL), making reconciliations smoother and more reliable.
• Result: A standardized, audit-ready environment that builds confidence with Finance and Internal Audit. 

2. Drive Data-Driven Performance Management with SLAs & KPIs

The manager will move the organization from reactive problem-solving to proactive performance management by implementing a clear metrics framework.

• For Payroll Ops: Metrics like First-Time-Right and retro correction rates directly measure process quality and pinpoint areas for improvement.
• For Payroll Accounting: Shared metrics on payroll accuracy provide an early warning system for potential accounting issues, allowing for proactive resolution before the books are closed.
• Result: Objective performance visibility that aligns both teams on shared goals of accuracy and timeliness.

3. Embed Continuous Improvement (CI) to Eliminate Manual Work & Rework

This role will systematically identify and eliminate the root causes of inefficiency that plague both departments.

• For Payroll Ops: Targeting high-volume manual tasks and error-prone steps directly reduces the operational burden and frees up capacity.
• For Payroll Accounting: Reducing rework and errors in payroll processing means fewer correcting journals and less time spent investigating discrepancies.
• Result: A more efficient function with lower costs, faster cycle times, and less frustration for both teams.

4. Champion Strategic Automation and Technology Optimization

The manager will act as a key driver for leveraging technology to create a seamless flow of accurate data from HR to Payroll to Accounting.

• For Payroll Ops: Identifying automation opportunities for data validation, report generation, and payment processing.
• For Payroll Accounting: Ensuring system upgrades and new tools are designed with seamless payroll-to-GL reconciliation in mind, automating data feeds wherever possible.
• Result: Reduced manual intervention, minimized risk of human error, and a more streamlined E2E process. 

5. Serve as the Central Hub for Vendor & Project Governance

This role ensures that external partners and internal projects deliver value and adhere to the organization's standards, rather than creating new problems.

• For Payroll Ops: Rigorous vendor SLA management and QBRs ensure service quality and hold partners accountable.
• For Payroll Accounting: By acting as the payroll SME on projects (e.g., system changes, new country expansions), the manager ensures that accounting requirements for controls and data integrity are "baked in" from the start, not added as an afterthought.
• Result: Successful, low-risk implementations and a predictable, high-quality service from vendors. 

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Get To Know Our Team:

Recruitment Programs sits at the heart of Agoda’s People and Organizational Development department within Talent Acquisition. Our team leads the strategy and execution behind Agoda’s most critical hiring initiatives—early careers pipelines, global referral programs, internal mobility, and signature recruitment events. We focus on building scalable solutions and partnering with leaders across the business to address evolving talent needs. 

The Opportunity:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Recruitment Programs Senior Manager to lead a high-impact team responsible for Employee Referrals, Early Careers, and Internal Mobility. This role plays a critical part in shaping Agoda’s long-term talent pipeline by designing and delivering scalable, data-driven recruitment programs that directly support business growth and evolving talent needs.

This leader operates as both a strategic executor and trusted business partner, translating complex business demands into effective, measurable outcomes. They build strong relationships with senior stakeholders, lead team-wide innovation, and develop high-performing talent within the People Team.

This role is based in Bangkok. Relocation support provided.

What You’ll Do:

• Own and lead recruitment programs across Employee Referrals, Early Careers, and Internal Mobility, ensuring alignment with business priorities and long-term talent strategy.
• Translate business needs into scalable, data-driven solutions, using insights, market trends, and external best practices to anticipate future talent demands.
• Design, deliver, and continuously improve recruitment programs, setting clear KPIs and using data to measure impact, quality, and efficiency.
• Act as a trusted business partner to senior stakeholders, providing analysis, recommendations, and solutions that enable stronger hiring outcomes.
• Lead innovation across recruitment programs, including process improvements and the thoughtful use of technology and AI where appropriate.
• Build, coach, and manage a high-performing team, developing talent, addressing underperformance, and fostering a culture of ownership and continuous improvement.
• Ensure strong university and external partnerships to build sustainable early career talent pipelines.
• Drive effective internal mobility and referral strategies that improve retention, engagement, and quality of hire.
• Contribute to People Team leadership, leading cross-team initiatives, training, and collaboration to strengthen capabilities and culture.

Required Qualifications:

• 12+ years of experience in Talent Acquisition, Recruitment Programs, or People Strategy roles, 4+ years with direct people management experience. 
• Proven track record of owning and scaling recruitment programs such as employee referrals, early careers, or internal mobility.
• Strong business acumen with the ability to translate data and insights into clear recommendations and outcomes.
• Experience partnering with Department Head (VP and C-level)   Stakeholders   and influencing decisions in a matrixed environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams through change, innovation, and ambiguity. 
• Strong analytical skills: comfortable using data to guide decisions and tell clear, compelling stories.

Global Mobility Specialist, Agoda, Bangkok

Agoda has experienced dramatic growth. As the company grows and attracts more talent, Agoda seeks to hire a self-motivated, dynamic Global Mobility Specialist to help build our ability to provide high-quality customer service for our employees around the world. We expect the successful candidate to bring prior knowledge, quantitative acumen, and relevant immigration experience to the role. 

The Global Mobility Specialist plays a critical role in delivering a smooth, reliable, and positive employee experience for new hires and internal transfers relocating into Thailand. This role owns day-to-day immigration operations, supports stakeholders with expert guidance, and actively contributes to process improvement initiatives.

Local candidates only

 In this role, you will get to:

• Manage and coordinate Thailand immigration process for expatriate employees, new hires, relocation, and assignment into Thailand
• Deliver immigration services accurately and on time, ensuring compliance with regulations and agreed service levels
• Advise and support employees and stakeholders on immigration requirements, processes, and timelines
• Ensure expatriates receive clear, sufficient, and accurate information throughout the visa and work permit journey
• Proactively manage issues and escalations, involving the right stakeholders to ensure timely and effective resolution
• Take ownership of assigned tasks and processes, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, quality, and employee experience
• Interpret immigration regulations, internal policies, and guidelines to recommend appropriate and compliant solutions
• Contribute to the development, documentation, and implementation of process improvements and standard workflows
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, vendors, and authorities to support people services and transformation initiatives
• Support and mentor junior team members to meet performance and quality expectations
• Contribute to team collaboration, knowledge sharing, and People team initiatives

As part of a dynamic and evolving People team, the successful candidate will have opportunities over time to expand scope into broader employee lifecycle activities, including additional mobility services and global immigration support.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification
• Excellent command of English and Thai, with the ability to communicate professionally with Thailand government authorities and global embassies
• Min. 5-year experience in Thailand immigration, with experience in a BOI-registered company strongly preferred
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy, with a high standard of compliance and documentation quality
• Proven problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret policies and guidelines to determine appropriate and practical solutions
• Experience in shared services, operations, or process improvement environments is a strong plus
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a clear customer-service mindset and ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment
• Ability to influence and collaborate with stakeholders to reach realistic, compliant, and mutually acceptable outcomes
• Demonstrates professionalism, sound judgment, and a high level of discretion, confidentiality, and ethical integrity

Get to Know our Team:

The People Team is a purveyor of opportunity, searching the globe for the most talented individuals and offering them an open, collaborative workplace. By prioritizing skill and potential, we have cultivated a powerful assembly of professionals through our drive for equal opportunity and diversity. We make the move to Agoda a breeze with assisted onboarding programs, and we continue to support and enrich our thousands of Agoda employees through individual growth with outstanding learning programs and various means of assistance. Our development of incredible benefits has ensured everyone can stay strong, healthy, and happy during their time at Agoda. Leading ambitious changes and making a positive impact in the lives of our employees, the People Team is a crucial and rewarding part of the Agoda family.

Your role in our journey:

As a pivotal member of the new Talent Acquisition Operational Excellence Team, you will lead transformative projects that redefine talent acquisition. Your strategic vision will not only elevate the quality of our hires but also streamline our processes, making a lasting impact on Agoda's future. With a data-driven mindset and a bias for using technology, you will be at the forefront of innovation, crafting solutions that have positive impact on a global scale. As a member of this new team, you will have the opportunity to shape how this team is organized and operates. 

What you will achieve: 

• Own initiatives to optimize key metrics like Time to hire, Cost per hire, Conversion, etc., enhancing our operational excellence. 
• Influence the future of Agoda by presenting your visionary projects (based on a data-driven approach) to senior leaders and securing their support. 
• Collaborate with the People Technology Team to pioneer tech-driven solutions, from AI to advanced analytics. 
• Imagine yourself leading projects that impact hundreds of thousands of job applicants through technology, help to reduce dozens of thousands of working hours using GenAI, enable integrated talent strategies, etc. 
• Over time, mentor and lead a team of analysts, multiplying your impact. 

Required qualifications:

• At least 5-10 years in project management, strategy, operations, or consulting, ready to take on a role that challenges and excites. 
• A data wizard with a command of SQL and Microsoft Office, and a curiosity for new analytical tools. 
• A strategic thinker with a proven track record of turning plans into measurable success. 
• A dynamic team player who thrives in multicultural, fast-paced environments, and embraces uncertainty with a growth mindset. 

Why Agoda? 

• Career Growth: We invest in your development with a vast range of learning solutions. We never run out of new challenges for you to take on, and new initiatives and teams are initiated frequently. 
• Innovative Culture: Work with the latest tech and be part of a team that is not afraid to experiment and innovate. 
• Flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility of our hybrid model and our remote work program, designed to fit your lifestyle. 
• Benefits: Experience our competitive benefits package, including travel perks, wellness programs, and more. 
• Diversity: Join an inclusive community where everyone's voice is heard and valued. 

Kindly note that this is a Bangkok-based position, and relocation support will be provided. The interview process will begin in January.

Get to Know our Team:  

In the age of rapid technological advancement, the travel industry is more dynamic and complex than ever. Agoda’s Legal team is uniquely positioned to navigate this evolving global regulatory landscape. With a proactive mindset, the team tackles challenges head-on, providing decisive, solutions-oriented support while collaborating closely with multiple departments. We value out-of-the-box thinkers who are grounded in strong ethics and legal expertise, ensuring Agoda achieves the right results — the right way. 

Supporting this mission is our People Team — a true purveyor of opportunity. We search the globe for exceptional talent and foster an open, collaborative workplace built on diversity, equal opportunity, and potential. From seamless onboarding programs to continuous learning and development initiatives, we empower our employees to grow and thrive. Through comprehensive benefits and meaningful support systems, we ensure our people stay strong, healthy, and happy throughout their journey at Agoda. 

Together, our Legal and People teams play a critical role in driving Agoda’s success — protecting the business while empowering the talent that makes it all possible. As a Talent Acquisition Partner for the Legal team, you will sit at the intersection of these two impactful functions, helping us attract outstanding legal professionals who will shape Agoda’s future. 

The Opportunity: 

Join our dynamic team as a Talent Acquisition Partner / Senior Talent Acquisition Partner, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our workforce. Dive into the heart of recruitment, working collaboratively to source, screen, and connect with top-tier candidates. Your journey will involve close collaboration with key stakeholders to ensure that Agoda attracts and secures the brightest talents. This is more than a job; it's a chance for you to shape the future of our team and contribute to our success from day one. Seize the opportunity to build and implement best practices, making an immediate impact on our talent acquisition strategy 

In this role, you will focus on hiring for a variety of legal and compliance positions, including but not limited to Legal Operations, Contract Management, Corporate Governance, Compliance, Employment, Regulatory/Consumer Disputes, Product and Commercial Legal Counsel roles.  

Join us and be a key player in bringing exceptional individuals on board to drive Agoda's continued success!  

In this Role, you'll get to:

• Partner with hiring managers to understand their business objectives and hiring needs. Develop the recruitment strategy and ways to build a talent pipeline accordingly.  

• Own the full-cycle recruitment process ensuring a seamless, uniform, and positive candidate experience.  

• Build your network with high-potential talents to ensure that the business has access to the best talent in the market, working comfortably on a global level.  

• Engage in creative talent, mapping efforts for the purposes of building our candidate pipeline as well as to provide market intelligence to the business.  

• Work on recruitment projects and training to improve the standard for hiring within the organization.  

What you'll Need to Succeed: 

• 6-8+ years of recruiting experience in end-to-end recruitment   

• Demonstrated experience recruiting for legal roles, ideally within an in-house legal team for companies ideally in technology companies and platforms or for clients in the legal sectors 

• Ability to influence and partner with senior leadership across the company using a data driven approach.  

• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements and target candidate profiles, while providing guidance on market expectations, job leveling, and competitive compensation packages to secure top talent 

• Experience closing candidates at all levels from early career to senior level candidates and negotiating complex compensation packages.  

• Strong computer skills and ability to work with different tools such as LinkedIn, Job Boards, Greenhouse, MS Office Suite, Power point and Excel 

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a strong ability to influence and “sell” opportunities, build trust with senior candidates, and guide them through jurisdictional changes and international relocation decisions 

• Ability to be proactive, identify areas of improvement, and drive process improvement initiatives.   

• Highly passionate about recruitment  

It's Great if you have:  

• Knowledge of recruiting and/or sourcing in APAC region  

• Experience hiring for legal professionals  

• Familiarity with legal qualifications, certifications, and the unique requirements of legal and compliance roles 

The Compensation & Benefits team at Agoda has been instrumental in launching innovative compensation & benefits programs, providing key insights to managers, and working with our Management to build a world-class company. Agoda has experienced dramatic growth and as we attract more talent, we are looking for an analytical, business-oriented, individual who can identify new solutions to attract and retain our global employee base. We are looking for someone who has experienced in job architecture, and thrives in analyzing and communicating data efficiently. 

The ideal candidate will report to the Total Rewards Director and work alongside a high-performing team, partnering closely with Talent acquisition, HRBPs, and business leaders across Agoda. You will shape compensation strategy for a globally scaling Tech company, drive pay-for-performance frameworks and job architecture evolution. 

This role is based in our Bangkok office which is in the heart of the city, on a hybrid mode and flexibility with no full-remote options/other city options; we welcome both local and international applications for this role. 

This position is open to both local and international candidates with relocation support available for eligible candidates to help ensure a smooth transition to working and living in Bangkok. 

What you’ll do: 

• Strategic compensation design and implementation 

• • Design, implement and evolve compensation frameworks across Agoda businesses, especially on pay-for-performance models and compensation budgeting 

• • Lead the compensation review cycles with accuracy, efficiency, and effective rewards communications 

• • Develop and enhance job architecture frameworks to ensure consistency and fairness 

• Business partnerships 

• • Partner effectively with business leaders and other stakeholders to address rewards problems; provide innovative and practical solutions.  

• • Present clear, actionable insights and recommendations to leadership through well-structure presentations, and reports 

• Analytical review 

• • Conduct and review compensation benchmarking analysis to ensure competitive, fair and effective compensation packages 

• • Manage personnel cost insights in alignment with financial planning 

• • Identify opportunities to improve process and simplify complexity 

Agoda is a dynamic and fast-changing environment.  We expect the person in this role to be flexible in his or her understanding of the role and to be able and willing to adapt, to add additional areas of focus, and to respond to changing organizational needs, viewing them as an opportunity to grow and develop a varied portfolio of career skills. 

What you need: 

• At least 5 years of work experience 

• A background in Compensation, Job architecture, job evaluation and is high desirable 

• Proven, deep analytic and problem-solving skills 

• Great stakeholders management, able to engage in a strategic discussion with senior management stakeholders 

#Thailand #Singapore #Vietnam #Malaysia #Indonesia #Philippines #India #China #SouthKorea #UK #Germany #France #Netherlands #Spain #Italy #Sweden #Switzerland #Ireland #Denmark #Brazil #Mexico #Argentina #Chile #Colombia #Peru #USA #UnitedStates #FinanceManager #AccountingManager #Payout #AccountsPayable #AP #FinanceJobs #AccountingJobs #JobOpportunity #NowHiring #JoinOurTeam #FinanceCareers #AccountingCareers #Payments #FinancialOperations

Get to Know our Team:  

The People Team is a purveyor of opportunity, searching the globe for the most talented individuals and offering them an open, collaborative workplace. By prioritizing skill and potential, we have cultivated a powerful assembly of professionals through our drive for equal opportunity and diversity. We make the move to Agoda a breeze with assisted onboarding programs, and we continue to support and enrich our thousands of Agoda employees through individual growth with outstanding learning programs and various means of assistance. Our development of incredible benefits has ensured everyone can stay strong, healthy, and happy during their time at Agoda. Leading ambitious changes and making a positive impact in the lives of our employees, the People Team is a crucial and rewarding part of the Agoda family.  

The Opportunity 

We are seeking a Executive Recruiter to play a critical role in shaping the company’s leadership future. In this role, you will partner closely with senior executives and business leaders to attract, assess, and close exceptional executive-level talent that drives long-term growth and organizational success across the organization. 

This is a highly strategic position where you will operate as a trusted advisor to leadership, owning complex and confidential searches for senior and executive roles. Beyond execution, you will influence hiring strategy, provide deep market and talent intelligence, and help strengthen executive pipelines and succession planning. If you thrive in ambiguity, enjoy operating at the intersection of talent and business strategy, and bring strong executive presence, this role offers the opportunity to make a lasting impact. 

This role is based in Bangkok, Relocation Support will be provided.

In This Role, You’ll Get To 

Conduct Executive Search & Assessment 

• Partner with senior leadership to define executive hiring needs aligned to business priorities, growth plans, and organizational design. 
• Lead end-to-end executive search processes, including direct sourcing, market mapping, assessment, and offer management for senior and complex roles. 
• Build and maintain long-term executive talent pipelines to support future leadership and succession needs. 
• Conduct rigorous, capability- and values-based executive assessments to ensure strong leadership effectiveness and cultural alignment. 
• Navigate highly confidential searches, evolving requirements, and complex offer scenarios with discretion and sound judgment. 

Analyze Market & Talent Intelligence 

• Provide real-time insights on executive talent markets, competitor intelligence, and senior talent availability.
• Advise leaders on role scope, leveling, and compensation considerations using data and market benchmarks.
• Partner with stakeholders to anticipate future leadership needs and proactively shape executive talent strategies. 

Build Partnership & Influence 

• Act as a trusted advisor and coach to senior leaders on executive interviewing, assessment, and decision-making. 
• Influence hiring strategy, timelines, and trade-offs with credibility, data, and a strong understanding of business context. 
• Operate confidently in ambiguous or newly created roles, helping leaders bring clarity and alignment to executive hiring decisions. 
• Lead or contribute to recruitment initiatives and projects that elevate executive hiring standards across the organization. 

 
What you’ll Need to Succeed: 

• 8+ years of recruiting experience in a fast-growing tech company or top-tier agency 
• Proven experience hiring senior leaders and executives in complex, fast-growing, or scaling environments. 
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to take initiative and build strong, productive relationships.  
• Background in executive search firms and/or in-house executive talent acquisition. 
• Strong track record of closing senior-level candidates and navigating complex, high-stakes offer negotiations. 
• Demonstrated ability to work autonomously with high levels of judgment, discretion, and accountability. 

It's Great if you have:  

• Knowledge of recruiting and/or sourcing across regional or global scale  
• Experience hiring across departments for Executive roles 

#HR# #sanfrancisco #sanjose #losangeles #sandiego #denver #miami #orlando #atlanta #chicago #boston #detroit #newyork #portland #dallas #houston #seattle #sydney #melbourne #shanghai #beijing #hongkong #budapest #dublin  #kualalumpur #malta #amsterdam #oslo #manila #warsaw #moscow #saintpetersburg #singapore #seoul #taipei #bangkok #Phuket #istanbul #london #manchester #liverpool #edinburgh #hcmc #hanoi #newdelhi #bangalore #yokohama  

Get to Know our Team:

The People Team is a purveyor of opportunity, searching the globe for the most talented individuals and offering them an open, collaborative workplace. By prioritizing skill and potential, we have cultivated a powerful assembly of professionals through our drive for equal opportunity and diversity. We make the move to Agoda a breeze with assisted onboarding programs, and we continue to support and enrich our thousands of Agoda employees through individual growth with outstanding learning programs and various means of assistance. Our development of incredible benefits has ensured everyone can stay strong, healthy, and happy during their time at Agoda. Leading ambitious changes and making a positive impact in the lives of our employees, the People Team is a crucial and rewarding part of the Agoda family.

Your role in our journey:

As a pivotal member of the new Talent Acquisition Operational Excellence Team, you will lead transformative projects that redefine talent acquisition. Your strategic vision will not only elevate the quality of our hires but also streamline our processes, making a lasting impact on Agoda's future. With a data-driven mindset and a bias for using technology, you will be at the forefront of innovation, crafting solutions that have positive impact on a global scale. As a member of this new team, you will have the opportunity to shape how this team is organized and operates. 

What you will achieve: 

• Own initiatives to optimize key metrics like Time to hire, Cost per hire, Conversion, etc., enhancing our operational excellence. 
• Influence the future of Agoda by presenting your visionary projects (based on a data-driven approach) to senior leaders and securing their support. 
• Collaborate with the People Technology Team to pioneer tech-driven solutions, from AI to advanced analytics. 
• Imagine yourself leading projects that impact hundreds of thousands of job applicants through technology, help to reduce dozens of thousands of working hours using GenAI, enable integrated talent strategies, etc. 
• Over time, mentor and lead a team of analysts, multiplying your impact. 

Required qualifications:

• At least 5-10 years in project management, strategy, operations, or consulting, ready to take on a role that challenges and excites. 
• A data wizard with a command of SQL and Microsoft Office, and a curiosity for new analytical tools. 
• A strategic thinker with a proven track record of turning plans into measurable success. 
• A dynamic team player who thrives in multicultural, fast-paced environments, and embraces uncertainty with a growth mindset. 

Why Agoda? 

• Career Growth: We invest in your development with a vast range of learning solutions. We never run out of new challenges for you to take on, and new initiatives and teams are initiated frequently. 
• Innovative Culture: Work with the latest tech and be part of a team that is not afraid to experiment and innovate. 
• Flexibility: Enjoy the flexibility of our hybrid model and our remote work program, designed to fit your lifestyle. 
• Benefits: Experience our competitive benefits package, including travel perks, wellness programs, and more. 
• Diversity: Join an inclusive community where everyone's voice is heard and valued. 

Kindly note that this is a Bangkok-based position, and relocation support will be provided. The interview process will begin in January.

Get to Know our Team: 

The People Team is a purveyor of opportunity, searching the globe for the most talented individuals and offering them an open, collaborative workplace. By prioritizing skill and potential, we have cultivated a powerful assembly of professionals through our drive for equal opportunity and diversity. We make the move to Agoda a breeze with assisted onboarding programs, and we continue to support and enrich our thousands of Agoda employees through individual growth with outstanding learning programs and various means of assistance. Our development of incredible benefits has ensured everyone can stay strong, healthy, and happy during their time at Agoda. Leading ambitious changes and making a positive impact in the lives of our employees, the People Team is a crucial and rewarding part of the Agoda family. 

The Opportunity:

Join our dynamic team as a Talent Acquisition Partner, where you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our workforce. Dive into the heart of recruitment, working collaboratively to source, screen, and connect with top-tier candidates. Your journey will involve close collaboration with key stakeholders to ensure that Agoda attracts and secures the brightest talents. This is more than a job; it's a chance for you to shape the future of our team and contribute to our success from day one. Seize the opportunity to build and implement best practices, making an immediate impact on our talent acquisition strategy. Join us and be a key player in bringing exceptional individuals on board to drive Agoda's continued success!

In this Role, you'll get to 

• Partner with hiring managers to understand their business objectives and hiring needs. Develop the recruitment strategy and ways to build a talent pipeline accordingly. 

• Own the full-cycle recruitment process ensuring a seamless, uniform, and positive candidate experience. 

• Build your network with high-potential talents to ensure that the business has access to the best talent in the market, working comfortably on a global level. 

• Engage in creative talent mapping efforts for the purposes of building our candidate pipeline as well as to provide market intelligence to the business. 

• Work on recruitment projects and training to improve the standard for hiring within the organization. 

What you'll Need to Succeed:

• 6+ years of recruiting experience in a fast-growing tech company or top-tier agency 

• Ability to influence and partner with senior leadership across the company using a data driven approach. 

• Experience closing candidates at all levels from early career to senior level candidates and negotiating complex compensation packages. 

• Strong computer skills and ability to work with different tools such as LinkedIn, Job Boards, Greenhouse, MS Office Suite, Power point and Excel

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with proven ability to take initiative and build strong, productive relationships. 

• Ability to be proactive, identify areas of improvement, and drive process improvement initiatives.  

• Highly passionate about recruitment 

It's Great if you have: 

• Knowledge of recruiting and/or sourcing in APAC region