Choon Yen Khoo, Ihrp Sp
About Choon Yen Khoo, Ihrp Sp
Choon Yen Khoo serves as the Director of Global People Operations and Technology at Workato, a position he has held since 2023. With a strong background in HR and operations, he leads a global team focused on enhancing employee experiences through automation and collaboration.
Work at Workato
Choon Yen Khoo currently serves as the Director of Global People Operations and Technology at Workato, a role he has held since 2023 in Singapore. He leads the Global People Operations (GPOPS) team, focusing on enhancing employee experience through shared services. Prior to this position, he worked as Head of People Operations for the APJ region from 2020 to 2021 and as Senior Manager of People Operations from 2019 to 2020. His responsibilities included collaborating with process specialists and Business Technology leaders to design employee experiences utilizing Workato's automation platform.
Education and Expertise
Choon Yen Khoo has a strong educational background. He studied Sociology at the National University of Singapore, where he earned a Bachelor of Social Sciences (B.Soc.Sci.) with Honours. He furthered his studies at the same institution, obtaining a Master of Social Sciences (Research) in Geography from 2015 to 2018. Additionally, he completed a Summer Programme in Indonesian Language and Culture at Sanata Dharma University and participated in a Student Exchange Programme at The University of Manchester.
Background
Choon Yen Khoo's career in human resources includes various roles at Workato, where he has contributed significantly to the organization since 2017. His experience spans multiple positions, including Operations Manager, Head of People Operations and People Systems, and Senior Manager of People Operations. He has played a key role in setting up new offices and diversifying talent streams in the APJ region, demonstrating his commitment to organizational growth and employee engagement.
Achievements
Choon Yen Khoo has authored several LinkedIn articles and hosted HR leadership panels at conferences, focusing on talent management and process automation. He has also published peer-reviewed articles in leading journals while conducting migration research at the National University of Singapore. Additionally, he produced a short film on youth aspirations during his tenure at the Asia Research Institute, showcasing his dedication to impactful storytelling and research.