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Stefanie Lau
Stefanie Lau is a seasoned HR professional with over 25 years of global and regional experience in leading strategic and operational HR functions across the telecommunications, property, and technology industries.
She has worked with well-known Multinational Corporations and large conglomerates, such as Ericsson, IOI Corporation Berhad, and Nokia, holding leadership positions including Head of Group HR, Country HR Head, and Senior HR Manager.
CORE STRENGTHS:
- Leadership development and succession planning.
- HR digitization, mergers and acquisitions, and change management.
- Talent engagement, competency building, and cultural transformation.
- Strong adaptability to complex and fast-paced HR transformations.
CAREER HIGHLIGHTS:
- 16-Year Tenure at Ericsson:
- Played a key role in leadership development and succession planning.
- Led the APAC Regional Assessment Centre, assessing candidates across Asia, Europe, and the United States.
- Served as the Global Process Owner for Management & Succession Planning.
- Collaborated with IBM, HP, and Accenture to implement a seamless digital HR platform for global leaders.
- Head of Group HR at IOI Corporation Berhad:
- Successfully delivered a comprehensive Succession Planning Program with agile learning solutions aligned to business priorities.
- Introduced the Clifton Strengths Finder Assessment for management leaders to cultivate a high-performance work culture.
- Country HR Head at Nokia Malaysia:
- Oversaw HR operations for over 1,000 employees.
- Spearheaded digital HR transformations and harmonized benefits post-mergers.
- Strengthened employee engagement across regional and global teams.
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master of Science in Training & Performance Management, University of Leicester.
- Executive Program in HR Transformation & Talent Management, Penn State University.
- Clifton Strengths Certification: Focused on Individualization, Maximizer, Achiever, and Responsibility.
Stefanie’s proven expertise and commitment to driving impactful HR strategies have helped organizations build robust leadership pipelines and foster dynamic workplace cultures.
