Assistant HR Manager, Strategic HR Business Partner

Leadingnation; Hong Kong; On-site; HKD 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Leadingnation is seeking an energetic HR professional to act as a strategic partner for our B2C telecommunications business in Hong Kong and PRC. You will help leaders build high-performing teams by shaping people strategies in a fast-paced environment.

You will drive talent acquisition, workforce planning and employee relations, partnering with PRC HR and HQ where required. Fluency in English, Cantonese and Mandarin is highly valued.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years HR experience in dynamic organizations.
• Proven HR Business Partner or strategic people partnering experience.
• Exposure to PRC HR practices and cross-border matters is advantageous.
• Knowledge of HK Employment Ordinance and related regulations.
• Strong ability to influence stakeholders and manage competing priorities.
• Fluent in English, Cantonese and Mandarin; strong interpersonal skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and HRIS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted HR advisor to business leaders with proactive people solutions.
• Partner with leaders on workforce planning, talent development and engagement.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment and talent pipelining initiatives.
• Coach managers on performance and employee relations matters.
• Collaborate with PRC HR to align cross-border practices and initiatives.
• Lead HR transformation, change management and data-driven improvements.

Skills

Strategic HR partnering

Stakeholder influence

People leadership

HR analytics

Data-driven decision making

Cross-border HR

Communication skills

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS platforms

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an energetic, commercially-minded and people-focused HR professional to join our Human Resources team as a true strategic business partner to our B2C telecommunications business.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced and evolving environment, enjoys influencing business decisions through a people lens, and is passionate about helping leaders build high-performing teams.

Beyond delivering HR solutions, the successful candidate will act as a trusted advisor, bringing critical thinking, sound judgement and practical recommendations to drive positive business outcomes. We are looking for an empowered HR professional eager to champion bold ideas, guide constructive conversations, and collaborate diplomatically to elevate our organization's strategy.

The role offers exposure to both Hong Kong and PRC operations and provides an excellent opportunity for a high-potential HR professional who is eager to grow, make an impact and be part of the solution.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Business Partnering

1. Serve as a trusted HR advisor to business leaders, providing proactive people solutions aligned with business objectives.
2. Partner closely with leaders to enhance organizational effectiveness, workforce planning, talent development, employee engagement and team performance.
3. Build strong relationships with stakeholders and influence people decisions through data insights and sound HR judgement.
4. Challenge conventional thinking constructively and provide alternative perspectives to support informed decision-making.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

1. Lead end-to-end recruitment activities for key business functions, ensuring the attraction and selection of high-calibre talent.
2. Partner with hiring managers on workforce planning, succession planning and talent pipelining initiatives.
3. Drive employer branding and candidate experience initiatives to strengthen talent attraction capabilities.

Employee Relations & Leadership Support

1. Coach and advise managers on performance management, employee relations matters and team effectiveness.
2. Support leaders in navigating organizational changes and people-related challenges.
3. Promote a positive, accountable and high-performance culture across the business.

Hong Kong & PRC HR Partnership

1. Lead and collaborate closely with the PRC HR support to ensure alignment of HR practices, policies and people initiatives.
2. Provide guidance on cross-border people matters and support HR initiatives from HQ where required.
3. Leverage PRC exposure and market understanding to support business operation and talent strategies.

HR Projects & Continuous Improvement

1. Lead and participate in HR transformation, change management and process improvement initiatives.
2. Utilize HR analytics and workforce insights to identify trends and make data-driven recommendations.
3. Contribute actively to initiatives that enhance employee experience, organizational effectiveness and business performance.

Requirements

1. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration or a related discipline.
2. Minimum 8 years of progressive HR experience, preferably gained in sizable, dynamic and fast-paced organizations.
3. Proven experience as an HR Business Partner or in a strategic people partnering capacity.
4. Exposure to PRC human resources practices and cross-border HR matters will be highly advantageous.
5. Strong understanding of Hong Kong Employment Ordinance and relevant employment regulations.
6. Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders at different levels and manage competing priorities with confidence and professionalism.
7. Strong critical thinking, business acumen and problem-solving skills with the courage to challenge constructively and diplomatically.
8. Self-driven, proactive and results-oriented, with a strong desire to continuously learn and grow.
9. A genuine team player who is hands-on when needed, takes ownership and actively contributes to solutions.
10. Passionate about people, business success and making the right things happen.
11. Excellent interpersonal, communication and stakeholder management skills.
12. Fluent in written and spoken English, Cantonese and Mandarin.
13. Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and HRIS platforms.