HR Business Partner 1

Lam Research; Batu Kawan; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lam Research is seeking an HR Business Partner to partner with leaders and employees, delivering organizational effectiveness, talent management, and HR program execution. You will advise on people solutions, collaborate with COEs, and support a range of HR initiatives.

The role emphasizes coaching, stakeholder management, and continuous improvement within a multinational manufacturing environment in Batu Kawan, Penang, Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Industrial Relations, or related field.
• 0–2 years HR experience, preferably within a multinational corporation or manufacturing environment.
• Foundational knowledge of HR practices, employment legislation, and HR processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across organizational levels.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Strategic HR partnership: support workforce plans and talent strategies aligned to business objectives.
• Talent management & development: support performance management, talent reviews, and succession planning.
• Employee relations & experience: provide first-level HR consultation and address employee concerns.
• HR operations & compliance: ensure policy compliance and collaborate with COEs for seamless experiences.
• Change & organizational effectiveness: support change initiatives and drive process improvements.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

MS Office/HR systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Administration/Psychology/Industrial Relations

Tools

Microsoft Office

HR systems

Job description

In your career, let’s prove what’s possible.

At Lam Research, we create equipmentthat drives technological advancements in the semiconductor industry. Our innovative solutions enable chipmakers to power progress in nearly all aspects of modern life, and it takes each member of our team to make it possible.

Across our organization, our employees come to work and change the world. We take on the toughest challenges with precision and accuracy. We push for the next big semiconductor breakthrough. We lead the way in one of the most critical and fast-moving industries on the planet. And we do it together, with deep connections and limitless collaboration.

The impact we have on the world is made possible by focusing on our people. So we recognize and celebrate our teams’ achievements. We strive to create an inclusive and diverse culture where everyone’s contribution and voice has value. We evaluate and evolve our offerings, so our people receive the support and empowerment to do meaningful things for their lives, careers, and communities.

Because at Lam, we believe that when people are the priority and they’re inspired to unleash the power of innovation for a better world together, anything is possible.

HR Business Partner 1

Date: Oct 13, 2026

Location: Batu Kawan, Penang, MY

Worker Category: On-site Flex

The group you’ll be a part of

At Lam Research, the HR Business Partner (HRBP) partners with leaders and employees to support organizational effectiveness, talent management, employee engagement, and HR program execution. This role serves as a trusted HR advisor for assigned client groups and works closely with managers, HR Centers of Excellence (COEs), Employee Relations (ER), Talent Acquisition (TA), and HR Shared Services to deliver people solutions aligned with business objectives.

The impact you’ll make

As a Grade 25 professional, this position is intended for an individual building foundational HRBP expertise. The individual applies professional HR concepts, supports business and talent initiatives, resolves routine to moderately complex HR issues, and develops strong stakeholder relationships while learning Lam's business, culture, and HR practices.

In this role, HR Business Partner works closely with management in the implementation of corporate policies related to human resources, organizational and employee development at the business unit or division level. Consults with employees and managers to address root causes of human resources issues, attempting to resolve employee relations issues with a systematic approach. Participates in company-wide programs and initiatives (e.g., salary review, stock renewal, workforce planning, and organizational change). Assists senior management in the development of solutions through organizational development and cultural and process-oriented perspectives. May play a role in administering talent management and succession planning activity within client organization. Key skills and abilities include coaching, influencing, facilitation, presentation, communication, process development, analysis and problem solving.

What you’ll do

Strategic HR Partnership

• Support business leaders in executing workforce plans, organizational initiatives, and talent strategies aligned to business objectives.
• Partner with managers to understand workforce needs and provide HR guidance on people-related matters.
• Analyze people data and trends to support business decision-making.
• Assist in organizational effectiveness initiatives and change management activities

Talent Management & Development

• Support annual HR processes including performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, and employee development planning.
• Assist leaders in identifying development actions for employees and teams.
• Partner with Learning & Development and business leaders to build organizational capability.
• Promote career development and internal mobility opportunities.

Employee Relations & Employee Experience

• Provide first-level HR consultation to managers and employees on HR policies, practices, and employee concerns.
• Partner with Employee Relations on investigations, corrective actions, and conflict resolution when needed.
• Support initiatives that strengthen employee engagement, inclusion, and workplace culture.
• Help identify engagement risks and recommend appropriate actions.

HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with company policies, local labor regulations and HR processes.
• Collaborate with HR Shared Services, Compensation, Talent Acquisition, and other COEs to deliver seamless employee experiences.
• Support onboarding, organizational changes, workforce reporting, and other HR operational activities.
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts to enhance HR processes and services.

Change & Organizational Effectiveness

• Support implementation of organizational changes and transformation initiatives.
• Assist leaders in communicating and adopting change effectively.
• Contribute ideas and process improvements that increase efficiency and organizational effectiveness.

Who we’re looking for

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, Industrial Relations, or related field.
• 0-2 years of HR experience, preferably within a multinational corporation or manufacturing environment.
• Foundational knowledge of HR practices, employment legislation, and HR processes.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to build effective working relationships across organizational levels.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving capability.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HR systems.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience supporting manufacturing, operations, engineering, or technical organizations.
• Exposure to employee relations, talent management, or workforce planning.
• Experience working in a matrixed global environment.
• Knowledge of Malaysia employment and labor regulations.

Our commitment

We believe it is important for every person to feel valued, included, and empowered to achieve their full potential. By bringing unique individuals and viewpoints together, we achieve extraordinary results.

Lam Research ("Lam" or the "Company") is an equal opportunity employer. Lam is committed to and reaffirms support of equal opportunity in employment and non-discrimination in employment policies, practices and procedures on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, or military and veteran status or any other category protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. It is the Company's intention to comply with all applicable laws and regulations. Company policy prohibits unlawful discrimination against applicants or employees.

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