Kassandra T.
About Kassandra T.
Kassandra T. is the Vice President, HR Business Partner at Temasek, with extensive experience in HR and talent development across various organizations in Singapore.
Current Role at Temasek
Kassandra T. currently holds the position of Vice President, HR Business Partner at Temasek. In her role, she spearheads strategic HR initiatives, focusing on fostering robust partnerships between HR and business leaders. Her leadership ensures that HR plays a pivotal role in achieving business goals and enhancing employee engagement. At Temasek, she leverages her extensive HR expertise to drive organizational performance and foster a culture of continuous improvement.
Previous Experience at Temasek
Prior to her current role, Kassandra served as the Assistant Vice President for Talent Development (Learning) at Temasek from 2017 to 2020. During this period, she was responsible for overseeing various talent development programs and ensuring that learning initiatives aligned with the company's strategic objectives. Her work contributed to building a skilled and capable workforce, positioning Temasek for sustained growth.
Background in HR and Talent Management
Kassandra's career in HR and talent management is marked by significant roles in prominent organizations. At Schaeffler, she worked as a Senior HR Specialist for APAC, where she was in charge of leadership, recruiting, talent management, and training. At A*STAR, she developed HR policies focusing on succession management and career development for high-potential employees and scholars. Her initiatives aimed to nurture and retain top talent within the agency.
Education in Human Resources and International Relations
Kassandra holds a Master of Human Capital Leadership from Singapore Management University, where she specialized in Human Resources Management and Services. She also earned a Bachelor of Arts in International Relations and Linguistics from Boston University. Her academic background provides a strong foundation for her HR expertise and strategic leadership capabilities.
Early Career and International Experience
In her earlier career, Kassandra worked as a Foreign Service Officer with Singapore's Ministry of Foreign Affairs. She collaborated with local and foreign dignitaries to strengthen bilateral relations with several countries in Latin America, including Cuba, Chile, Panama, and Peru. This role involved significant diplomatic and negotiation skills, contributing to her well-rounded professional background.