HR & Admin Manager, Ovivo China

We are seeking an experienced HR & Admin Manager to lead end-to-end people and workplace management for assigned business units in China.
This role serves as the primary HR Business Partner for the designated business and is accountable for end-to-end employee lifecycle management, HR operations, and office administration and facilities management.

The role also partners closely with Corporate and Greater China HR teams to execute and localize enterprise-wide initiatives, including organizational effectiveness, talent development, compensation and benefits program implementation under Corporate HR governance, employee engagement, and workplace culture.

This is a hands-on leadership role that requires strong business acumen, execution excellence, and the ability to operate effectively and independently within a matrix organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Business Partnering & End-to-End HR Operations (Primary Ownership)

• Serve as a trusted HR Business Partner to business leaders and managers, translating business strategy into talent and organizational priorities.
• Lead the end-to-end employee lifecycle for assigned business units, including:
  • Workforce planning and hiring
  • Onboarding and probation management
  • Performance management and reward execution in alignment with Corporate HR policies
  • Employee relations, engagement, and retention
  • Offboarding and exit management
• Support compensation and benefits design and implementation under the guidance of the Corporate HR Manager and in alignment with Corporate C&B policies and frameworks.
• Drive the localization and continuous improvement of HR policies and SOPs while ensuring compliance with Corporate HR frameworks and governance requirements.
• Ensure efficient, compliant, and high-quality daily HR operations.

2. Talent Management & Organizational Effectiveness (Corporate Program Execution & Local Enablement)

• Lead and execute local recruitment activities in close alignment with business priorities and workforce plans.
• Support succession planning, talent reviews, and internal talent pipeline development.
• Drive the effective implementation of performance management practices and feedback mechanisms.
• Identify capability gaps and support learning and development initiatives in collaboration with Corporate HR.
• Contribute to organizational effectiveness initiatives and talent development programs under the guidance of the Corporate HR Manager.

3. Administration, Workplace & Facilities Management (Primary Ownership)

• Take full ownership of office administration and facilities management for assigned business locations.
• Manage office vendors, service providers, contracts, and commercial negotiations.
• Ensure workplace safety, regulatory compliance, cost effectiveness, and service quality.
• Own the administration and facilities budget, including planning, tracking, and optimization.
• Continuously enhance workplace experience, employee services, and office operations efficiency.

4. Governance, Compliance & Continuous Improvement

• Ensure full compliance with PRC labor laws, local regulations, and internal policies.
• Manage employee relations matters professionally and proactively mitigate legal and compliance risks.
• Support internal and external audits as required.
• Leverage HR data, metrics, and insights to support management decision-making.
• Drive continuous improvement across HR and administration processes through standardization and best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or above in HR, Business Administration, or a related field
• 8–10 years of HR experience with strong generalist expertise
• Solid HR Business Partner experience
• Good knowledge of China labor law
• MNC or matrix organization experience preferred
• Strong execution and result orientation
• SIP design and monitor experience is a plus;

Skills & Competencies

• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
• Good problem-solving and execution ability
• Able to work independently and team engagement
• High integrity and confidentiality

Language Requirement

• Fluent English and Mandarin Chinese required

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