Katina Yap

Key Achievements & Responsibilities:

• Dual reporting line to CEO and Chairman of Remuneration Committee ; trusted advisor on all strategic people matters.
• One of 8 members of Executive Committee (EXCO) responsible for aligning human capital strategy with firm-wide long-term business objectives, cultural values, and growth initiatives.
• Spearheaded HR due diligence and integration for M&A transactions , including workforce planning, talent alignment, and organizational design for scalable growth.
• Partnered with leadership to implement technology transformation and digital HR solutions, future-proofing the organization and building strong internal capabilities.
• Advised EXCO on organizational restructuring , talent optimization, and workforce resilience during business shifts and market challenges.
• Led complex employee relations (ER) matters across multiple jurisdictions, ensuring legal compliance and business continuity.
• Active member of Sustainability Committee : drove firm's ESG journey , CSR strategy, and stakeholder engagement efforts.
• Chairperson of the Social Club , leading employee engagement, wellness, and corporate social responsibility (CSR) programs across regions.
• Designed and implemented long-term incentive programs to attract, retain, and motivate key talent aligned to performance and growth goals.
• Directed a high-performing team of 4 HR professionals across the full HR lifecycle —from recruitment, onboarding, L&D, talent management, and C&B to DEI and exit.
• Oversaw HR operations for Singapore HQ and satellite offices in China, Japan, Europe, and Brunei , ensuring compliance with local labor laws and corporate governance.