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About the Role

Optiver is seeking an experienced APAC People Data Lead to manage the regional People data function and act as the primary analytical partner to the APAC People team. This role involves transforming complex workforce data into actionable insights to guide decisions throughout the employee lifecycle, requiring deep People Analytics expertise, technical proficiency, and senior-level advisory skills.

Responsibilities

• Own and evolve the APAC People data function, covering HR, recruitment, and marketing data domains.
• Design, deliver, and own the regional People data reporting suite, including interactive dashboards and self-service tools.
• Drive workforce analysis to generate strategic insights and inform People decision-making.
• Serve as the data SME for cyclical HR processes, ensuring accurate data for planning, performance, engagement, and reward cycles.
• Act as the People data SME on cross-functional projects, providing data expertise and analytical support.
• Lead People data governance initiatives, including metric definition and standardization, collaborating with global counterparts.
• Act as the primary data partner for the APAC People function, advising on analytical approaches and metric interpretation.
• Operate as the APAC lead within the global People data CoE, contributing to shared standards and cross-regional initiatives.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience in People Analytics.
• Experience managing or leading a team is highly regarded.
• Proficient in SQL.
• Hands-on Workday experience required.
• Exposure to Databricks and Python is a strong advantage.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Track record of turning complex data challenges into clear, actionable recommendations.
• Experience designing and delivering People analytics dashboards, reports, and self-service tools using Tableau or equivalent BI platforms.
• Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to accelerate analysis, automate workflows, and scale data output.
• Solid understanding of data governance principles in a People data context.
• Proven ability to influence and advise senior stakeholders.
• Strong communicator with the ability to translate complex data for non-technical audiences.
• Self-directed with a track record of owning and delivering initiatives end-to-end.
• Proven ability to prioritize and manage workload in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail with a rigorous approach to accuracy and data integrity.

Skills

• People Analytics
• SQL
• Workday
• Databricks
• Python
• Tableau
• AI tools
• Data Governance
• Data Analysis
• Reporting
• Dashboarding
• Self-service tools

Location

• APAC

Work Type

• Work-from-home allowance and support

Experience Level

• 8+ years of experience in People Analytics

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration
• Attractive bonus structure
• Additional leave entitlements
• Training, mentorship and personal development opportunities
• Gym membership
• Weekly in-house chair massages
• Daily breakfast, lunch
• In-house barista
• Regular social events
• Annual company trip
• Work-from-home allowance and support
• Guided relocation
• Competitive relocation package
• Visa sponsorship where necessary

About the Company

• Optiver is a tech-driven trading firm and a leading global market maker with over 35 years of experience improving financial markets worldwide.
• The company focuses on making markets more transparent and efficient through competitive pricing, execution, and risk management.
• Optiver operates globally with over 1,600 employees and actively trades on over 70 exchanges.
• The Sydney office is a primary player in Asian markets, established in 1996, and serves as Optiver’s APAC head office.

Equal Opportunity

• Optiver believes that great ideas and impact can come from everyone, and is committed to empowering individuals and creating diverse teams.
• Every person at Optiver should feel included, valued, and respected.
• The company's commitment to diversity and inclusion is integrated into every stage of the hiring process.
• Applications are encouraged from candidates of all backgrounds.
• Requests for reasonable adjustments during the process are welcomed.