Hays, the global leader in workforce solutions and specialist recruitment, announced the recent opening of a new office in Bangkok, Thailand. The expansion will increase Hays’ presence and capacity in Asia, strengthening regional and international partnerships in its seven operating markets, China, Hong Kong SAR, Japan, Malaysia, Singapore, India, and now, Thailand.

“The decision to expand into Thailand comes on the heels of a successful ten years in Malaysia. With Thailand’s proximity to Malaysia and the large number of international and domestic companies with investments and operations in various industries, Thailand has always been part of our strategy to grow our footprint in Asia,” says Yoke Pei Ong, Country Manager at Hays Thailand.

This move brings Hays’ integrated suite of services, including workforce solutions, MSP and RPO, alongside specialist recruitment to Thailand, with the goal to empower clients and candidates to grow and maintain their competitive advantages in order to succeed in a rapidly changing world of work. Hays is the only recruitment agency in Thailand with expertise and networks across a diverse range of industries.

Yoke Pei says, “Our presence in Thailand enables us to establish closer ties with existing regional and international clients looking to leverage local talent networks. At the same time, bring on the ground means we can effectively partner businesses and professionals within Thailand and help them capitalise on the opportunities available in the market.”

Yoke Pei’s key priorities are to identify and hire a mix of experienced and fresh talent to form a strong and dynamic pioneering Hays Thailand team, who will drive strategic business development and long-term partnerships. Equally important is building a pool of high-calibre-talent with diverse skills, as well as grow Hays’ local expertise in the commercial, manufacturing, and technology industries.

Yoke Pei continues, “With six operational markets, Hays has a unique breadth and depth of knowledge that puts us at the best position to provide the tools, insights, and solutions to shape workforces and careers. Hays Thailand truly exemplifies how Hays is Working for your tomorrow – to prepare organisations and people to be stronger tomorrow than today.”