About The Position

At Apple, the People Business Partner Leader will lead the People Business Partner team in driving and implementing People strategies for the APAC Sales team. The role advises senior business leaders and partners with client groups to advance people strategy, organizational effectiveness, and culture transformation in alignment with global and regional objectives. The position also serves as the Japan and Korea People Site Leader, working with cross-Line of Business People Business Partners and site leadership to build community and connection across business lines. The role partners with local, regional, and global business leaders and other People functions, balancing strategic work with operational execution, and contributes to the APAC People Business Partner leadership team.

Requirements

  • Experience supporting, influencing, and mentoring senior leaders at Director or VP level and above.
  • Experience partnering with client groups across multiple countries and complex markets, with a track record of driving people strategies in Asia Pacific.
  • Proven experience leading strategy and implementation in organizational development, change management, leadership development, and talent and performance management.
  • Ability to drive decisions using analytical data and trends.
  • Strong background and experience leading senior team members and developing team members.
  • HR Manager or HR Business Partner experience leading a People team in a matrix organization.
  • Proven track record of building and developing high-performing teams and developing others.
  • Experience working with senior executives and in Asia Pacific, with a strong understanding of the region's cultural nuances.
  • Experience collaborating with Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Compensation and Benefits, and Onboarding functions.
  • Ability to navigate ambiguity and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Positive energy and attitude, with a desire to drive continuous improvement and change.
  • Proven track record leading organizational transformation in Asia Pacific.

Nice To Haves

  • Fluency in Japanese and understanding of the Japan and Korea markets.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the People Business Partner team in driving and implementing People strategies for the APAC Sales team.
  • Advise senior business leaders and partner with client groups on people strategy, organizational effectiveness, and culture transformation.
  • Serve as the Japan and Korea People Site Leader, partnering with cross-Line of Business People Business Partners and site leadership to build community and connection.
  • Work with local, regional, and global business leaders and other People functions, shifting between strategic and operational execution.
  • Lead strategy and implementation in organizational development, change management, leadership development, and talent and performance management.
  • Use analytical data and trends to support decision-making.
  • Prioritize and develop people strategies.
  • Lead, develop, and support senior team members and other team members.
  • Lead organizational transformation in Asia Pacific.
© 2026 Teal Labs, Inc
Privacy PolicyTerms of Service