Alice Lau
About Alice Lau
Alice Lau serves as the Regional Head of HR for Greater China and Korea at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2013. With previous roles at JP Morgan Chase and Merrill Lynch, she brings extensive experience in talent management, diversity and inclusion, and organizational design.
Work at Thomson Reuters
Alice Lau has been serving as the Regional Head of HR for Greater China & Korea at Thomson Reuters since 2013. In this role, she is responsible for overseeing human resources strategies and initiatives across the region. Her focus includes talent management, succession planning, and fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace culture. Lau's leadership in HR aligns with the company's broader business objectives, ensuring that the organization effectively develops future leaders.
Previous Experience at JP Morgan Chase
Prior to her current position, Alice Lau worked at JP Morgan Chase as Vice President of Asia Human Resources from 2000 to 2008. During her eight years in Hong Kong, she contributed to various HR functions, enhancing the overall effectiveness of human resources within the organization. Her experience at JP Morgan Chase provided her with a solid foundation in managing HR operations in a fast-paced financial environment.
Experience at Merrill Lynch
Alice Lau held the position of Director and Head of HR for Investment Banking Pac Rim at Merrill Lynch from 2008 to 2010. In this role, she was responsible for leading HR initiatives within the investment banking sector. Her tenure at Merrill Lynch allowed her to further develop her expertise in organization design and team effectiveness, which are essential for aligning HR strategies with business goals.
Education and Expertise
Alice Lau earned her Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree with a focus on Finance from Simon Fraser University. Her educational background complements her extensive experience in human resources. Lau possesses strong skills in talent management and succession planning, organization design, diversity and inclusion, compensation and benefits, and change management. These areas of expertise are critical for optimizing HR functions and supporting organizational growth.
Background in Diversity and Inclusion
Alice Lau has a robust background in promoting diversity and inclusion within the workplace. She emphasizes the importance of valuing diverse perspectives and backgrounds in her HR practices. Lau's commitment to fostering an inclusive culture contributes to employee satisfaction and retention, aligning with modern organizational values.