HRBP Malaysia

Otis Elevator Co.; Selangor; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Otis Elevator Co. in Malaysia seeks an experienced HR Business Partner to align HR strategies with business goals across the employee lifecycle.

This individual contributor role requires hands-on execution, strong stakeholder management, and the ability to work with regional HR teams while traveling to meet mechanics and employees. You will advise leaders on employee relations, performance management, engagement initiatives for blue-collar staff, and ensure compliance with Malaysian labor laws.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of HR experience
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred
• Proven experience in driving employee engagement and conducting focus groups
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian labor laws and industrial relations practices
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Flexibility to travel across Malaysia as required

Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders on HR-related matters, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage employee relations, including handling unions and supporting union-related negotiations and agreements.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives, including organizing focus groups and engagement activities for blue-collar employees.
• Provide guidance on performance management, talent development, and succession planning.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and company policies.
• Work closely with different stakeholders on the ground to address operational HR needs and foster strong engagement.

Job description

• The HR Business Partner (HRBP) - Malaysia will act as a strategic partner to business leaders, providing HR guidance and support across all aspects of the employee lifecycle. This is an individual contributor role requiring strong stakeholder management, hands‑on execution, and the ability to work independently while collaborating with regional HR teams. The role involves working closely with ground-level stakeholders to support operational needs and drive engagement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders on HR-related matters, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
• Manage employee relations, including handling unions and supporting union-related negotiations and agreements.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives, including organizing focus groups and engagement activities for blue-collar employees.
• Provide guidance on performance management, talent development, and succession planning.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and company policies.
• Work closely with different stakeholders on the ground to address operational HR needs and foster strong engagement.
• Be flexible to travel across Malaysia (e.g., Penang and other locations) to meet mechanics and employees, building trust and understanding challenges firsthand.

Qualifications

• 8-10+ years of HR experience, with strong exposure to employee relations and union handling.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Proven experience in driving employee engagement and conducting focus groups.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian labor laws and industrial relations practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Flexibility to travel across Malaysia as required.