HR Director

Havas Village Vietnam: Havas Media/Creative, Havas CX Ekino
Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam
About Havas in Vietnam
Havas Village Vietnam is part of the global Havas Group, one of the world’s leading integrated communications and marketing networks. Built on Havas’ unique “Village” model, it brings together diverse expertise: creative, media, technology, data and customer experience, under one unified structure to deliver seamless, agile and impactful solutions for clients.
In Vietnam, Havas Village operates as a fully integrated ecosystem, housing key capabilities including Havas Creative, Havas Media, Havas Health, RED Havas (PR), and Ekino (digital and technology consulting). This integrated approach enables multidisciplinary teams to collaborate closely, combining strategic thinking, creativity, and technology to create meaningful brand experiences and drive measurable business growth.
The Village model is designed to break down traditional silos, allowing talents from different disciplines to work together under one roof with a shared vision and leadership. In Vietnam, this translates into a strong blend of local market expertise and global standards, supported by Havas’ worldwide network and advanced tools in data, research and measurement.
With a focus on innovation, agility and performance, Havas Village Vietnam partners with both local and international clients to deliver end- to- end communication strategies, from brand building and creative storytelling to media activation, digital transformation and customer experience optimization.
Position Summary
Reporting to the CEO, HR Director will lead and drive the people strategy for Ekino Vietnam (digital transformation and engineering experts) and Havas Group Vietnam (creative and media agency), acting as a strategic partner to the leadership team.
The role manages a team of 3- 4 HR members and 1 office administration assistant.
The HR Director plays a key role in supporting business growth, strengthening employer branding, developing leadership capability, and fostering a high- performing, collaborative, and people- centric organization.
This role oversees the full spectrum of Human Resources functions, including talent acquisition, training & development, performance management, compensation & benefits, compliance, employee engagement and culture development.
The HR Director role will support both Ekino Vietnam and Havas Group Vietnam entities, contributing to local HR leadership while collaborating with regional and global stakeholders on shared HR initiatives and projects.
Key Responsibilities
HR Strategy & Business Partnership
Partner with the CEO and leadership team to develop and execute people strategies in alignment with business growth, organizational priorities, and talent development.
Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding
Lead talent acquisition and employer branding initiatives to attract, engage, and retain high- performing talent across the organization.
Manage HR team activities
Ensure effective HR operations and compliance with labor regulations while continuously improving HR policies, processes, and systems, in leading HR function to deliver strategic value and operational excellence, on the following scopes:
- Employee Engagement & Culture: Foster a positive, collaborative, and people- centric culture that enhances employee engagement, satisfaction, and retention.
- Training & Development: learning and development programs that strengthen employee capabilities, leadership effectiveness, and organizational growth.
- Compensation & Benefits: compensation, benefits, and reward programs that support talent attraction, retention, and organizational competitiveness.
- Performance Management: Performance review and feedback processes across the organization. And support managers in performance coaching, career conversations, and succession planning.
Requirements
Experience & Background

Previous exposure to regional or global HR collaboration is an advantage.
Proven track record in recruitment, HR business partnering and organizational development.
Experience in the software development industry is an advantage.
Minimum 7 years of HR experience, including at least 3 years in an HR leadership role.

Skills & Competencies

Solid understanding of Vietnamese labor law and HR best practices.
Proactive, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
Data- driven mindset with the ability to leverage HR metrics and insights for decision- making.
Strategic mindset combined with strong operational execution capability.
Strong leadership, organizational, and problem- solving skills.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

Language
Native Vietnamese. Fluent English communication skills. French is a plus.
Why Join Us

Opportunity to shape people strategy across Ekino Vietnam and Havas Group Vietnam.
Dynamic technology environment.
International and collaborative working environment.
Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.

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Thank you for your time and enthusiasm in our career opportunities.
Please kindly note that shortlisted candidates will be contacted within 3 weeks of application. Alternatively, we will reach out to you when another suitable chance arises in the future.

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