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Jeong Choi

KOREAN HR & BUSINESS SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL
SEOUL

Summary

Experienced HR and Business Support specialist with 7 years of success in overseeing employee relations, HR policies, and operational functions in the APAC region. Skilled in leading HR projects for startups and multinational teams, including office launches and global talent management. Proficient in conducting investigations, ensuring legal compliance, and fostering a harmonious organizational environment. Capable of managing diverse stakeholders and implementing change initiatives in dynamic settings. Bilingual in Korean and English with proficiency in Mandarin.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Employee Experience Manager

CLO Virtual Fashion HK LTD(Headquartered in Korea)
Hong Kong, HONG KONG
05.2020 - 02.2025

Employee Relations & Compliance
• Served as the primary HR contact and communication channel between management and the team, with sole HR responsibility initially for a small team of 8, expanding to 28 employees during tenure.
• Led office openings and expansion into Indonesia (Jakarta) and Vietnam (Ho Chi Minh City), managing all HR operations, compliance, and onboarding activities across regions.
• Designed and implemented an internal investigation process, conducting and advising on employee concerns, disciplinary procedures, and sensitive HR cases in alignment with local employment laws.
• Supported performance and behavior-related cases with mid-cycle HR reviews, monthly manager sessions, and structured documentation practices.
• Partnered with legal and compliance teams to assess remote work feasibility across multiple APAC jurisdictions, ensuring adherence to local employment standards.


HR Projects & Strategic Initiatives
• Initiated and led global team-building projects to improve virtual connectivity, including producing “CEO Mindset” and team culture videos with original scripting and coordination.
• Launched online “coffee chat” programs and culture-sharing sessions to foster belonging and engagement across regions.
• Developed and launched a structured onboarding program, including mentor-mentee pairing, resource kits, and first-90-day support touchpoints.
• Conducted regular mid-session HR reviews with managers to ensure performance alignment and early issue detection.
• Organized monthly sharing sessions between employees and executive leadership to facilitate transparent communication and feedback exchange.

Regional Expansion & HR Operations
• Led office expansion efforts in Indonesia and Vietnam, setting up all HR operations including payroll, onboarding, and local agency coordination.
• Managed hiring and onboarding of freelancers transitioned to full-time employment, ensuring compliance with local labor laws and internal processes.
• Developed HR and administrative workflows including time tracking, leave policies, and benefit programs.

Performance Management & Development
• Conducted performance evaluations and development check-ins, identifying growth opportunities and creating improvement plans.
• Designed and delivered leadership workshops, HR training sessions, and mindset development programs to enhance people management skills.
• Established performance metrics for Experience Managers and drove accountability through data-driven feedback cycles.

Process & System Improvements
• Spearheaded multiple HR process improvement initiatives using data insights to optimize workflows, documentation, and reporting.
• Created budgeting tools, COGS reports, income statements, and other financial planning documents to support business operations.

Public Relations Specialist

Korean Cultural Center in Hong Kong
Hong Kong , HONG KONG
05.2018 - 05.2020
  • Monitored Hong Kong news media, translated 30+ news articles daily, and prepared press releases for major events like “Festive Korea.”
  • Developed marketing channels and press trend reports to facilitate government and corporate communications.

Education

Bachelor of Social Science - Contemporary China Studies, Economics, Education

Chinese University of Hong Kong
Hong Kong
09.2014 - 05.2018

Timeline

Employee Experience Manager

CLO Virtual Fashion HK LTD(Headquartered in Korea)
05.2020 - 02.2025

Public Relations Specialist

Korean Cultural Center in Hong Kong
05.2018 - 05.2020

Bachelor of Social Science - Contemporary China Studies, Economics, Education

Chinese University of Hong Kong
09.2014 - 05.2018
Jeong ChoiKOREAN HR & BUSINESS SUPPORT PROFESSIONAL