Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP)

The University of Nottingham in Malaysia Sdn Bhd; Kajang; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nottingham Malaysia is seeking a dynamic Human Resource Business Partner to join our team. You will work closely with managers and staff to provide effective HR support, drive engagement, and support organisational development within a vibrant academic environment.

We are looking for an HR professional with strong business acumen, excellent interpersonal skills, and a solid understanding of HR best practices who can lead strategic initiatives and drive positive change.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, psychology, business admin or related field.
• Understanding of workplace behavior and culture.
• 5–8 years in HR, talent management or organizational development is beneficial.
• Strong communication and knowledge of employment laws.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with faculty objectives.
• Advise managers on employee relations and workplace matters.
• Support talent acquisition, development, coaching and succession planning.
• Coach managers on performance management processes.
• Support organisational change and development initiatives.
• Lead HR programmes and measure their effectiveness.
• Analyse HR data to inform management decisions.
• Improve HR processes and service delivery with technology.

Skills

Employee relations

Communication

HR policies

Performance management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources

Bachelor's degree in Psychology

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

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The University of Nottingham Malaysiais seeking a dynamic HR professional to join our team as Human Resource Business Partner. This is an opportunity to play a key role in driving the HR initiatives with its overall business objectives.The role works closely with managers and employees to provide effective HR support, enhance employee engagement, promote a positive workplace culture, and support organisational development and change initiatives. The position requires a deep understanding of HR best practices, strong business acumen, exceptional interpersonal skills, and the ability to drive change within the organisation.

Job Responsibilities:

• HR Initiatives: Partner with Heads of Department/School and managers to develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives aligned with organisational and faculty objectives, using HR data and insights to identify trends and improvement opportunities.
• Employee Relations, Engagement & Compliance: Act as a trusted HR advisor to managers and employees on employee relations, performance and workplace matters, providing guidance on appropriate resolutions and supporting initiatives to strengthen employee engagement, retention and compliance.
• Talent Acquisition, Development & Management: Partner with managers and relevant HR teams to support talent acquisition, development and management activities, including recruitment, development planning, training, coaching and succession planning.
• Performance Management: Advise and coach managers on the effective implementation of performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, feedback and performance improvement, in line with HR policies and relevant requirements.
• Change Management & Organisational Development: Partner with managers to support and implement organisational change and development initiatives that enhance organisational effectiveness, team performance, talent management and career development.
• HR Programme Development & Implementation: Lead the implementation of assigned HR programmes, establishing appropriate measures to evaluate effectiveness and using data and feedback to drive continuous improvement.
• HR Data Management: Analyse and provide insights to support management decision-making, identify trends and inform improvements in HR and employee-related practices.
• HR Process Improvement & Execution: Identify and implement opportunities to improve HR processes and operational efficiency, collaborating with HR teams and relevant stakeholders to leverage technology and enhance service delivery.

Job Requirements:

• A Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Understanding of human behaviour in the workplace, group dynamics, and organisational culture.
• 5-8 years of working in human resources, talent management/acquisition, or organisational development as well as keeping abreast with best practices is beneficial.
• Strong skills in handling employee relations issues, resolving conflicts, and maintaining a positive work environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are crucial for interacting with employees at all levels and conveying HR policies and initiatives effectively.
• Knowledge and experience in performance management processes, including goal setting, performance reviews, and improvement plans.
• Strong Knowledge of employment laws and regulations to ensure HR practices align with legal requirements.

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Posted on 21st August 2026

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The University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) is described by The Times Good University Guide 2015 as "the nearest Britain has to a truly global university, with campuses in China and Malaysia modelled on a headquarters that is among the most attractive in Britain"

UNM opened in September 2000 and became the first British university to set up a campus both outside of the UK, in Malaysia and China, earning The University of Nottingham the Queen's Award for Industry (International Trade) 2006. In 2020, we were awarded with a 5-star rating for the quality of its research and innovation, making it among the highest rated international university in Malaysia in The Malaysia Research Assessment (MyRA).

Designed to reflect University Park Campus in Nottingham, UNM is a self-contained, vibrant village situated on an attractive and landscaped 125-acre site. In Malaysia, the University has about 5,500 students and around 600 teaching and administrative staff from all over the world.

The University of Nottingham is proud of its international reputation for world changing research, a reputation which extends across all of our campuses. We were rated No. 8 for research power in the latest Research Excellence Framework.

Our programmes are identical to those offered at The University of Nottingham in the UK and follow the same quality assurance processes, and students are awarded University of Nottingham degree certificates when they complete their course.

Find out more www.nottingham.edu.my.

The University of Nottingham Malaysia (UNM) is described by The Times Good University Guide 2015 as "the nearest Britain has to a truly global university, with campuses in China and Malaysia modelled on a headquarters that is among the most attractive in Britain"

UNM opened in September 2000 and became the first British university to set up a campus both outside of the UK, in Malaysia and China, earning The University of Nottingham the Queen's Award for Industry (International Trade) 2006. In 2020, we were awarded with a 5-star rating for the quality of its research and innovation, making it among the highest rated international university in Malaysia in The Malaysia Research Assessment (MyRA).

Designed to reflect University Park Campus in Nottingham, UNM is a self-contained, vibrant village situated on an attractive and landscaped 125-acre site. In Malaysia, the University has about 5,500 students and around 600 teaching and administrative staff from all over the world.

The University of Nottingham is proud of its international reputation for world changing research, a reputation which extends across all of our campuses. We were rated No. 8 for research power in the latest Research Excellence Framework.

Our programmes are identical to those offered at The University of Nottingham in the UK and follow the same quality assurance processes, and students are awarded University of Nottingham degree certificates when they complete their course.

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