Lara Partridge
About Lara Partridge
Lara Partridge is the Head of Asia Pacific Talent Acquisition at HSBC, with extensive experience in talent management and organizational development across various industries. She has held senior roles at notable companies such as Standard Chartered Bank and Santen Pharmaceutical, and has a strong background in sustainability and leadership development.
Current Role at HSBC
Lara Partridge serves as the Head of Asia Pacific Talent Acquisition at HSBC, a position she has held since 2023. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing talent acquisition strategies across the Asia Pacific region. Her focus includes identifying and attracting top talent to support HSBC's business objectives. This position builds on her extensive experience in talent management and organizational development.
Previous Experience in Talent Management
Prior to her current role, Lara Partridge held several significant positions in talent management. She worked at Standard Chartered Bank in various capacities, including Global Head of Talent Management and Global Head of Junior Talent. Her tenure at Standard Chartered spanned from 2011 to 2019, during which she developed and implemented talent programs and initiatives. Additionally, she served as the Global Head of Sustainability & Talent at Santen Pharmaceutical from 2021 to 2023.
Educational Background
Lara Partridge studied at The Australian National University. Her education has provided a foundation for her career in talent acquisition and organizational development. The knowledge gained during her studies has been instrumental in her ability to design effective workforce planning strategies and implement talent management initiatives.
Skills and Expertise
Lara Partridge possesses a range of skills relevant to her roles in talent acquisition and management. She has expertise in competency design and job analysis, which contribute to effective workforce planning. Her experience includes providing 360-degree feedback as part of leadership development initiatives. She is also skilled in designing and implementing assessment centers using various tools, including Saville Wave and Hogan.
Philanthropic and Sustainability Initiatives
Lara Partridge has a strong background in integrating sustainability and ESG principles into talent management strategies. She has experience in philanthropic grant making and has developed volunteer programs as part of her role in talent management and organizational development. These initiatives reflect her commitment to fostering a socially responsible approach within organizations.