Overview

People & Culture Leader (Technology)

Date: 15 Aug 2025

Location:

Singapore, Singapore

Company:
Singtel Group

An empowering career at Singtel begins with a Hello. Our purpose, to Empower Every Generation, connects people to the possibilities they need to excel. Every “hello” at Singtel opens doors to new initiatives, growth, and BIG possibilities that takes your career to new heights. So, when you say hello to us, you are really empowered to say…“Hello BIG Possibilities”.

About the Role

Singtel is on a exciting journey to become an AI-first telco. We are seeking a forward-thinking and dynamic People & Culture (P&C) Leader to partner with our Technology business units to shape the workforce that will power this transformation. In this role, you will lead the charge in scaling AI and digital talent, redesigning roles, and operating models, and building future-ready capabilities across the tech ecosystem. You will work closely with tech leaders to align people strategies with business priorities, drive workforce transformation, and foster a culture of innovation and agility.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Serve as a strategic HR partner to leaders across tech domains, offering thought leadership on people strategy and execution.
  • Lead workforce transformation, including role redesign and operating model shifts to support digital innovation and AI acceleration.
  • Develop and implement strategic manpower plans that span on- and off-shore workforce, contractors, outsourced resources, and emerging talent pipelines.
  • Drive offshoring and regional workforce strategies to optimize cost, capability, and scalability.
  • Scale AI talent pipelines to support Singtel’s AI-first ambitions, ensuring the right capabilities are in place to drive innovation and business impact.
  • Build future-ready tech talent by designing capability frameworks, partnering with L&D on targeted programs, and refining career pathways.
  • Champion a high-performance culture through talent and succession planning, performance management, and employee experience initiatives.
  • Collaborate with COEs and Shared Services to ensure seamless delivery of people programs and services

 

 

What We’re Looking For

  • 6–8 years of HR leadership experience, preferably supporting technology or digital functions.
  • Strong understanding of AI, data, cybersecurity, and IT talent landscapes.
  • Proven experience in workforce transformation, strategic workforce planning, and capability development.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders, drive change, and operate in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.
  • High proficiency in data analytics and a strong commercial mindset

 

 

Why Join Us?

At Singtel, we’re not just transforming our technology—we’re transforming our people. As a P&C Leader, you’ll play a critical role in scaling the AI and digital talent that will define the future of our business. If you’re passionate about people, technology, and innovation—this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact

 

 

 


About Singtel

Headquartered in Singapore, Singtel has 140 years of operating experience and played a pivotal role in the country’s development as a major communications hub. Optus, our subsidiary in Australia, is a leader in integrated telecommunications, constantly raising the bar in innovative products and services.

We are also strategically invested in leading companies in Asia and Africa, including Bharti Airtel (India, South Asia and Africa), Telkomsel (Indonesia), Globe Telecom (the Philippines) and Advanced Info Service (Thailand). We work closely with our associates, leveraging our scale in networks, customer reach and extensive operational experience to lead and shape the communications industry.

Together, the Group serves over 700 million mobile customers around world. Singtel is one of the largest listed Singapore companies on the Singapore Exchange by market capitalisation.

The Group has a vast network of offices throughout Asia Pacific, Europe and the USA, and employs more than 23,000 staff worldwide.