About the RoleMAKEIO operates across Thailand, UAE, Qatar, Bahrain, Australia, and Indonesia. We're looking for a full-function HR professional to own the people function end to end, reporting straight to the CEO — no layers in between.

This is a builder's role. You won't be maintaining someone else's systems; you'll be designing ours.

What You'll DoHR Operations & Compliance

• Own all core HR functions across our international operations: recruitment, payroll, benefits, performance, and compliance.

• Design HR systems, employment contracts, and policies suited to each market.

• Oversee payroll and benefits across countries with accuracy and legal compliance.

• Maintain strong command of Thai labor law and working knowledge of our other markets.

Talent Acquisition

• Lead full-cycle recruitment for head-office and operational roles across the region.

• Build manpower plans with department heads based on real business need.

Organizational Development

• Shape the org structure, job descriptions, and competency framework as we grow.

• Run the performance management cycle and map career paths for key roles.

• Build the training roadmap and drive engagement and change initiatives.

Employee Relations

• Handle grievances, conflict resolution, and disciplinary matters across regions.

• Find outcomes that protect the business while remaining fair and defensible to employees.

Strategic Partnership & Digital

• Act as a strategic HR business partner to leadership on structure, headcount, cost, and people risk.

• Advise the CEO/Owner directly and translate business goals into workforce decisions.

• Replace manual processes with AI tools, automated workflows, and modern HRIS.

What We're Looking ForRequired

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Political Science, Law, or related field.

• 4+ years of HR experience in a generalist or full-function role.

• Strong command of English — you'll work with teams in six countries daily.

• Practical knowledge of labor law and proven ability to handle employee relations cases.

• Confident using AI tools to work faster and smarter.

• Result-oriented, highly adaptable, and effective under pressure.

Advantages

• International or multi-country experience (Middle East, Southeast Asia, or Australia especially valued).

• Hands-on OD experience — org design, competency frameworks, or performance system design.

• Training design and delivery · HRIS implementation · experience reporting to founders or C-level.

Why MAKEIO

• Direct line to the CEO — your recommendations get implemented.

• Real regional scope across six countries.

• True ownership — you build the HR function, not inherit it.

• Modern toolset — we invest in AI and automation, and expect HR to lead that shift.

Benefits and Welfare

• Flexible working hours – structure your day in a way that suits you!

• 10 days of vacation per year

• 5-day work week

• Health insurance (AIA)

• Flexible spending 20,000 Trade-baht per year

• Annual team outing

• Yearly bonus

• Free snacks and drinks in the office

• Enjoy unlimited access to Playerbox. Our arcade and game center, including PS5, Nintendo Switch, Gokart, Pool Table, Table Tennis and Padel Tennis!