People strategy that turns APAC ambition into execution.
From entity setup and total rewards benchmarks to org design and leadership development — we advise global teams on the realities of building in Asia-Pacific.
Outcomes you can expect
- Decision-ready market entry plan in 4–6 weeks
- Compensation bands benchmarked to live APAC market data
- Operating model that scales from 10 to 200+ headcount
- Reduced hiring cycle time by 30–40% post-redesign
Capabilities under this practice
Each capability runs to a defined delivery contract — scope, KPIs, reporting cadence and exit criteria are fixed up front.
APAC market entry & EOR strategy
Choose between EOR, branch and full subsidiary. We model cost, time-to-hire and risk per market.
Compensation & benefits benchmarking
Live, role-level salary data across SG, JP, KR, CN, HK, TW, VN, ID, PH, IN — by level, function and competitor band.
Organization design
Spans of control, role architecture and operating model design for hybrid global / APAC teams.
Talent management programs
Performance frameworks, leveling, career ladders and leadership development calibrated to APAC norms.
A clear path from kickoff to scale.
No mystery work-streams. Each engagement runs through the same four phases — adapted to your scope, but never invented from scratch.
- 01
Diagnostic
Stakeholder interviews, data review and a 2-week diagnostic — surfacing the 3–5 highest-leverage moves.
- 02
Recommendation
A pragmatic recommendation memo with phased plan, cost model and change-management implications.
- 03
Implementation support
We stay engaged through rollout — facilitating leader sessions, drafting policy and tracking adoption.
- 04
Measurement
Quarterly review against agreed KPIs (retention, time-to-hire, eNPS, comp competitiveness, etc.).
Questions clients usually ask first.
Do you replace our HR team or augment them?
We augment. Our consultants partner with your CPO / People lead and embed alongside your team for the engagement.
How do you price consulting work?
Either fixed-fee per phase or a monthly retainer. We do not bill by the hour — incentives should align with outcomes.
Which markets do you cover deepest?
Singapore, Malaysia, Vietnam, the Philippines, Greater China (CN/HK/TW), Japan and South Korea.
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Ready to scope a hr consulting engagement?
Book a 30-minute call. We'll come back with a delivery plan, team shape and indicative price within one business day.