Our HR SERVICES
HR Services Indonesia — Recruitment, Payroll, EOR, Advisory
Recruitment, employment, payroll, and advisory — across 5 SEA markets since 2002
Our HR services in Indonesia cover the full spectrum — recruitment, EOR, payroll, HR advisory, outplacement, work permits, RPO and BPO — extending across Southeast Asia. We support organisations at every stage of the people lifecycle, from talent attraction and hiring to payroll, compliance, and long-term workforce strategy. Whether you're forming a leadership team, expanding into new markets, or optimising existing operations, our services scale with you.
A regional HR partner with deep local roots
People Profilers offers the full spectrum of HR services in Indonesia for businesses across Southeast Asia — from permanent recruitment and executive search through to Employer of Record (EOR), payroll outsourcing, and HR advisory.
Group founded in Singapore in 2002, with Indonesia operations delivered through PT People Profilers Services, our locally-incorporated Jakarta entity established in 2025, operating in line with Kemnaker manpower regulations. We operate across five markets with on-the-ground teams in Indonesia, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, and Vietnam. Whether you're an Indonesian SME hiring your next salesperson, a multinational expanding into Southeast Asia without setting up local entities, or a fast-growing tech firm needing payroll and HR compliance support — we work as your local HR partner with the cultural depth and regulatory fluency that comes from the group's regional heritage since 2002.
Build strong teams with confidence. Our recruitment solutions connect you with the right talent, at the right time, using a consultative approach that prioritises long term fit and performance.
Simplify workforce management while staying compliant. Our employer and payroll solutions reduce administrative burden and allow you to focus on growing your business.
Why companies choose People Profilers for HR Services in Indonesia
A regional HR partner with 23+ years of group experience across SEA — locally established in Indonesia through PT People Profilers Services, with on-the-ground teams across five Southeast Asian markets.
HR heritage
part of the People Profilers group
with local entities
advisory, mobility — one partner
Explore individual services
Direct access to every specific service line — grouped under the 3 broad categories above.
People & Talent Solutions
Executive Search
Senior leadership and C-suite searches with deep market intelligence and consultative process.
Learn more → People & TalentGeneral Recruitment
Permanent placements across all functions and levels — from individual contributors to mid-management.
Learn more → People & TalentContract & Temporary Staffing
Flexible workforce for project-based hires, seasonal demand, or interim coverage.
Learn more → People & TalentIT Staff Augmentation
Specialised tech talent placed on contract — engineers, DevOps, data, and product roles to scale capacity fast.
Learn more → People & TalentRemote Talent Solutions
Build distributed teams across Southeast Asia — sourced, vetted, and ready to integrate with your workflows.
Learn more → People & TalentRecruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO)
Full or selective takeover of your recruitment function at scale with consistent delivery.
Learn more →Payroll & Employer Solutions
Employer of Record (EOR)
Hire in Indonesia without an entity. We handle employment, BPJS coverage, and Manpower Law compliance.
Learn more → Payroll & EmployerPayroll Outsourcing
Monthly payroll, PPh 21 withholding and annual reconciliation, BPJS contributions, payslips — managed end-to-end.
Learn more → Payroll & EmployerHR Shared Services
Outsourced HR operations including onboarding, offboarding, and employee lifecycle support.
Learn more → Payroll & EmployerBusiness Process Outsourcing (BPO)
Operational process outsourcing for back-office, admin, and people-intensive functions.
Learn more →People Advisory & Mobility
Outplacement & Career Transition
Compassionate career transition support for organisations and individuals navigating change.
Learn more → People AdvisoryWork Permit & Immigration Services
RPTKA, VITAS, and KITAS support for foreign hires.
Learn more → People AdvisoryHR Consultation
Strategic HR advisory built on regional placement data across SEA since 2002 — including salary benchmarking, compensation structures, policy review, and workforce planning.
Learn more →How we work
A consultative approach to HR services in Indonesia, refined since 2002 through the group's regional placements and HR partnerships.
Discover
Understand your business, culture, hiring goals, and constraints — through real conversations, not just briefs.
Diagnose
Map the right service mix — recruitment, EOR, payroll, advisory — based on what you actually need, not what we sell.
Deliver
Execute with precision. Kemnaker-compliant, on-time, with regular check-ins and transparent reporting.
Develop
Long-term partnership. Quarterly reviews, talent intelligence, and proactive support as your needs evolve.
Our Specialisations
People Profilers' human resource solutions are completely customised to address your company's industry specific HR requirements. Our track record speaks for itself — and our HR and recruiting solutions have been applied across the following industries:
Aerospace & Aviation+
Indonesia's aerospace sector is anchored by Garuda Indonesia, Lion Air Group, Citilink, and the ongoing expansion of Soekarno-Hatta International Airport. People Profilers Indonesia partners with airlines, MRO providers, and aerospace component manufacturers serving Indonesia's vast domestic aviation market.
Coverage areas
- Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO)
- Aviation services & ground handling
- Airport operations
- Aerospace component manufacturing (emerging)
Roles we place
- Licensed Aircraft Engineers
- Avionics Technicians
- MRO Project Managers
- Ground Handling Managers
- Cabin Crew
- Aviation Managers
We work with airline groups, GMF AeroAsia and other MRO providers, InJourney Airports, and aerospace MNCs — a sector regulated by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). → Explore our Executive Search and Contract & Temporary Staffing.
Automotive+
Indonesia's automotive industry is Southeast Asia's largest, anchored by Astra Group assembly (Toyota, Daihatsu), major Japanese and Korean manufacturers (Honda, Mitsubishi, Hyundai), and a fast-growing EV and battery supply chain. Karawang, Cikarang, and Bekasi host major plants.
Coverage areas
- OEM assembly
- Automotive components
- Aftermarket service
- Electric vehicles (Hyundai, Wuling, BYD)
- Automotive electronics & smart vehicle technology
Roles we place
- Production Engineers
- Automotive Technicians
- Sales & Aftersales Managers
- EV Engineers
- Tier-1 Quality Engineers
- Plant Managers
We work with Astra Group, Toyota Indonesia, Daihatsu, Hyundai, and Tier-1/2 component suppliers. → Explore our General Recruitment and Executive Search.
Banking & Financial Services+
Indonesia's banking sector is regulated by OJK and Bank Indonesia, with major commercial banks (Bank Mandiri, BCA, BRI, BNI, CIMB Niaga) and one of Southeast Asia's largest FinTech ecosystems. People Profilers Indonesia covers commercial banking, asset management, and insurance.
Coverage areas
- Commercial Banking
- Wealth Management
- Corporate & Investment Banking
- Securities & Asset Management
- Insurance
- FinTech & Digital Banking
Roles we place
- Relationship Managers (Private/Priority/Corporate)
- Investment Analysts
- Compliance & Risk Officers
- Wealth Planners
- Operations Specialists
- FinTech Product Managers
We work with OJK-supervised banks, IDX-listed financial institutions, asset managers, insurance companies, and Indonesian FinTech leaders (GoPay, OVO, DANA) — a sector regulated by the Otoritas Jasa Keuangan (OJK). → Explore our Executive Search for banking, RPO (on-site/off-site), and Contract Staffing.
Biotechnology & Pharmaceutical+
Indonesia's pharmaceutical industry is one of ASEAN's largest, supported by domestic manufacturers (Kalbe Farma, Kimia Farma, Bio Farma, Dexa Medica) and increasing FDI from MNCs. BPOM regulates manufacturing, while Greater Jakarta and West Java anchor production and R&D.
Coverage areas
- Pharmaceutical R&D
- Generic & branded manufacturing
- Medical devices
- Biologics
- Traditional medicine
Roles we place
- Research Scientists
- QA/QC Specialists
- Regulatory Affairs (DAV-aligned)
- Process Engineers
- Plant Managers
- Medical Sales
We work with BPOM-registered manufacturers, Indonesian pharmaceutical leaders, and MNCs operating in Indonesia — a sector regulated by the Badan Pengawas Obat dan Makanan (BPOM). → Explore our Executive Search and RPO for life sciences.
Chemical+
Indonesia's chemical industry combines petrochemicals (Chandra Asri in Cilegon, Pertamina refineries), specialty chemicals across Java's industrial estates, and one of the region's largest fertilizer & agrochemical sectors. People Profilers Indonesia serves Indonesian chemical SOEs and MNC operators.
Coverage areas
- Petrochemicals
- Specialty chemicals
- Industrial gases
- Fertilizers & agrochemicals
- Coatings & adhesives
Roles we place
- Chemical / Process Engineers
- Plant Maintenance
- Production Supervisors
- EHS Managers
- R&D Chemists
We work with Pupuk Indonesia group companies, Chandra Asri, BASF, Dow, AkzoNobel, and major MNC chemical manufacturers — a sector regulated by the Ministry of Industry (Kemenperin). → Explore our Executive Search.
Construction & Civil Engineering+
Indonesia's construction sector is underpinned by major infrastructure investment — the Trans-Java and Trans-Sumatra toll roads, Jakarta MRT and LRT expansion, the Nusantara (IKN) capital programme, and large-scale industrial estate development. People Profilers Indonesia serves main contractors, sub-contractors, and design consultancies.
Coverage areas
- Building & infrastructure
- Civil & structural engineering
- M&E
- Quantity surveying
- Architecture
- Rail, port, airport construction
Roles we place
- Project Managers
- Site Engineers
- Quantity Surveyors
- Civil & Structural Engineers
- M&E Engineers
- Architects
- HSE Managers
We work with Wijaya Karya, Waskita Karya, Adhi Karya, PT PP, Total Bangun Persada, and major Indonesian / international consultancies. → Explore our General Recruitment and Contract & Temporary Staffing.
FMCG & Retail+
Indonesia is Southeast Asia's largest retail market, with rapid growth in modern trade (Indomaret, Alfamart, Transmart, AEON, Lotte) and explosive e-commerce expansion (Tokopedia, Shopee, Lazada, Blibli). Jakarta, Surabaya, and Bandung anchor consumer brand activity.
Coverage areas
- FMCG
- Modern retail
- Convenience retail
- E-commerce
- Quick-service restaurants
- Cross-border consumer brands
Roles we place
- Retail Store Managers
- Brand & Marketing Managers
- Category Managers
- E-commerce Specialists
- Supply Chain Planners
- Trade Marketing
We work with the Indomaret and Alfamart networks, AEON, Lotte, global FMCG MNCs (Unilever, Nestlé, P&G), and Indonesian consumer brands (Indofood, Mayora, Wings). → Explore our Contract & Temporary Staffing and General Recruitment.
Healthcare+
Indonesia's healthcare sector is investing heavily in private hospital groups (Siloam, Mitra Keluarga, Hermina, Mayapada) alongside BPJS-driven public system expansion. Medical equipment, diagnostics, and digital health are growth areas. People Profilers Indonesia recruits across both private and public healthcare.
Coverage areas
- Private hospitals
- Public hospitals
- Specialist clinics
- Medical devices
- Healthcare technology
- Medical sales
Roles we place
- Registered Nurses
- Allied Health Professionals
- Medical Officers
- Hospital Administrators
- Medical Sales
- Pharmacists
We work with Siloam, Mitra Keluarga, Hermina, Mayapada, and major medical device MNCs (Roche, Siemens Healthineers, GE Healthcare) — a sector regulated by the Ministry of Health (Kemenkes). → Explore our Executive Search and RPO for healthcare.
IT & Telecommunication+
Indonesia is one of ASEAN's largest digital economies — home to GoTo, Traveloka, Telkom Indonesia, and a thriving startup scene in Jakarta and Bandung. The Government's national digital transformation agenda and a huge domestic market make Indonesia a strategic tech sourcing market.
Coverage areas
- Cloud / DevOps
- Software engineering (offshore development)
- Cybersecurity
- Data engineering / AI
- Digital product
- Telecommunications
- Enterprise applications
- E-commerce & super-app platforms
Roles we place
- Software Engineers
- Cloud / DevOps Engineers
- Cybersecurity Analysts
- Data Engineers / Scientists
- Solution Architects
- Product Managers
- Game Developers
- Telecom Network Engineers
We work with GoTo, Telkom Indonesia and Telkomsel, digital banks, captive tech centres, and global tech companies building Indonesian engineering teams — a sector regulated by the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi). → Explore our IT Staff Augmentation and RPO for tech.
Logistics & Transportation+
Indonesia's logistics sector is anchored by Tanjung Priok (Jakarta's main container port), Tanjung Perak in Surabaya, the new Patimban deep-sea port, Soekarno-Hatta air cargo, and an expanding national toll road network. People Profilers Indonesia recruits across 3PL, freight forwarding, and supply chain operators.
Coverage areas
- Third-party logistics
- International freight forwarding
- Warehousing & distribution
- Cold chain
- Cross-border road logistics (with China, Cambodia, Laos)
Roles we place
- Logistics Managers
- Warehouse Supervisors
- Freight Forwarders
- Supply Chain Analysts
- Customs Specialists
- Transport Planners
We work with global 3PL leaders (DHL, Kuehne+Nagel, Maersk Logistics), Indonesian logistics champions (JNE, J&T Express, SiCepat, the Pelindo group), and integrated logistics providers — a sector regulated by the Direktorat Jenderal Bea dan Cukai (Indonesian Customs). → Explore our Contract & Temporary Staffing and General Recruitment.
Marine & Offshore Engineering+
Indonesia's marine sector spans the Batam shipbuilding cluster, PT PAL's Surabaya yards, offshore service bases across the archipelago, and continued port infrastructure expansion (Patimban, Pelindo network). People Profilers Indonesia serves shipyards, port operators, and offshore engineering firms.
Coverage areas
- Shipbuilding & repair
- Offshore platform support
- Marine equipment
- Naval architecture
- Port engineering
Roles we place
- Naval Architects
- Project Engineers
- Marine Surveyors
- QA/QC Engineers
- Port Engineers
- Shipyard Managers
We work with PT PAL, Batam shipyard groups, offshore service vessel operators, and global offshore EPC contractors operating in Indonesian waters. → Explore our Executive Search and Contract & Temporary Staffing.
Media & Publishing+
Indonesia's media industry combines national broadcasters (TVRI, RRI), major private media groups (MNC Media, Emtek, Trans Media, Kompas Gramedia), and a vibrant digital media landscape (IDN Media, Narasi). People Profilers Indonesia connects creative, commercial, and technical talent with broadcasters, publishers, and digital media companies.
Coverage areas
- Broadcast & streaming
- Digital publishing
- Advertising & creative agencies
- Content marketing
- PR & communications
- Social media & influencer marketing
Roles we place
- Editors
- Creative Directors
- Account Managers
- Digital Marketing Specialists
- Production Managers
- Content Creators
- PR Consultants
We work with major broadcast groups, regional advertising networks, Indonesian ad agencies, and global publishing & media brands — a sector regulated by the Ministry of Communication and Digital Affairs (Komdigi). → Explore our General Recruitment.
Oil & Gas+
Indonesia's oil & gas sector is led by Pertamina and its subsidiaries (Pertamina Hulu Energi, PGN, Kilang Pertamina Internasional). Major fields span offshore and onshore blocks from Sumatra to Papua, with refining at Cilacap, Balikpapan, and Balongan. People Profilers Indonesia serves the Pertamina group, IOCs, and oilfield service firms.
Coverage areas
- Upstream offshore E&P
- Midstream pipeline & gas processing
- Downstream refining (Dung Quat, Nghi Son)
- Oilfield services & EPC
Roles we place
- Process Engineers
- Petroleum Engineers
- Drilling Engineers
- Project Managers
- EHS Managers
- Subsea Engineers
We work with the Pertamina group, IOCs operating in Indonesian blocks (ExxonMobil, BP, Medco), and Indonesian EPC firms — a sector regulated by the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources (ESDM). → Explore our Executive Search and Contract & Temporary Staffing.
Real Estate & Property+
Indonesia's real estate market is led by major developers (Ciputra, Sinar Mas Land, Summarecon, Pakuwon, Agung Podomoro) across Jakarta's CBD and SCBD, BSD City and other townships, Bali resort destinations, and industrial estates (Jababeka, Karawang, MM2100). People Profilers Indonesia partners with developers and property consultancies.
Coverage areas
- Residential development
- Commercial & office
- Hospitality (hotels, resorts)
- Industrial parks
- Property management
Roles we place
- Property/Asset Managers
- Project Development Managers
- Leasing Managers
- Hospitality Managers
- Real Estate Analysts
- Sales Managers (property)
We work with Ciputra, Sinar Mas Land, Summarecon, Pakuwon, CapitaLand Indonesia, and listed Indonesian property companies. → Explore our Executive Search.
Semiconductor+
Indonesia is building its position in the regional electronics and semiconductor supply chain — Batam hosts assembly & test and electronics manufacturing operations (Infineon, Unisem, Pegatron), supported by the government's Making Indonesia 4.0 roadmap and its downstream investment push.
Coverage areas
- IC assembly, packaging & testing (OSAT)
- Wafer fabrication (emerging)
- IC design (growing rapidly)
- Equipment & materials suppliers
- Electronics manufacturing services (EMS)
Roles we place
- Process Engineers
- Failure Analysis Engineers
- IC Design Engineers
- Test Engineers
- Yield Engineers
- Manufacturing Operations Managers
- Quality Engineers
We work with Infineon Batam, Unisem, Pegatron, and the growing roster of electronics and OSAT operators investing in Batam and beyond — a sector regulated by the Ministry of Industry (Kemenperin). → Explore our Executive Search and IT Staff Augmentation.
