Great learning environment but needs better communication - Anonymous employee Second Talent Employee Review

The exposure you get here is hard to find elsewhere at this level. As HR staff you're involved in real hiring processes across multiple markets in Southeast Asia, which builds your understanding of regional talent landscapes quickly. You're not just doing admin, you're contributing to placements that actually matter to clients. The team is supportive and leadership is approachable, which makes it easy to ask questions and learn on the job.

Because the company is still growing, some HR processes and documentation are still being formalised. You'll sometimes need to figure things out as you go, which is great for learning but can feel a bit uncertain if you prefer clear-cut procedures from day one.

Working in HR here means you're genuinely close to the business. You're not just processing paperwork or running compliance checklists, you're involved in real hiring decisions, shaping how the company attracts and retains talent, and your input is taken seriously by leadership. The work is varied and meaningful, and because the team is lean, you develop a broad skill set quickly. The culture is collaborative and there's a genuine openness to new ideas if you can back them up.

HR processes are still being formalised in some areas, which means you sometimes have to build the structure as you go. Rewarding if you enjoy that kind of work, but can feel uncertain if you prefer a more established framework to operate within.