Bridget Shao
About Bridget Shao
Bridget Shao serves as the Head of Human Resource for Southeast Asia at Thoughtworks and has over a decade of experience in human resources across four countries. She also mentors young students and volunteers with a global NGO, offering guidance on career development.
Work at ThoughtWorks
Bridget Shao has served as the Head of Human Resource for Southeast Asia at ThoughtWorks since 2013. In this role, she oversees HR strategies and initiatives across the region, focusing on enhancing organizational effectiveness and employee engagement. Her responsibilities include implementing change management practices and cultivating high-performing teams. Under her leadership, ThoughtWorks has strengthened its talent acquisition and retention efforts, aligning HR practices with business objectives.
Education and Expertise
Bridget Shao earned her Bachelor’s degree in Media Technology from Tianjin Normal University, where she studied from 2007 to 2011. Her academic background provides a foundation for her expertise in human resources, particularly in change management and team cultivation. She has developed a strong skill set in lean management and overseas talent market exploration, which supports her current role in HR leadership.
Background
Bridget Shao has accumulated extensive international experience, having worked in four different countries across three continents. This diverse background has equipped her with a global perspective on human resource practices. Prior to her current position at ThoughtWorks, she worked as a Recruitment Consultant at Direct HR China and Randstad China, where she gained valuable insights into recruitment and talent management.
Achievements in Volunteering
Since 2021, Bridget Shao has been involved as a mentor with Advisory Singapore, contributing her expertise to support young students in making informed career choices. She actively participates as a speaker and volunteer in a global NGO, where she provides professional advice on career development and enterprise business setup. Her commitment to mentoring reflects her dedication to fostering the next generation of professionals.