Human Resources Business Partner

Woh Hup Group; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Woh Hup Group in Malaysia is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to align people strategies with business goals. You will partner with leaders to provide advisory support, drive performance, and nurture a capable workforce across the company.

As an HRBP, you will manage employee relations, talent development, recruitment and organizational effectiveness, while ensuring policy adherence and compliance in a fast-paced, matrix environment.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin or related field.
• HR certification (SHRM/CIPD/MIHRM) is an advantage.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive HR experience (HRBP/Generalist).
• Multinational/MNC experience is a plus.
• Experience in a matrix organisation with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to translate business strategies into HR initiatives.
• Build strong relationships and provide strategic HR support across the lifecycle.
• Advise on employee relations, performance, talent development, and planning.
• Develop talent pipelines through recruitment, onboarding and leadership development.
• Coordinate performance management, salary reviews and leadership assessments.
• Ensure consistent HR policy implementation across units.

Skills

HR strategy

Stakeholder management

Communication

Independent & proactive

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Diploma in HR/Business

HR professional certification (SHRM/CIPD/MIHRM)

Job description

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) partners closely with business leaders to align people strategies with business objectives. The role serves as a trusted advisor to management on all human resource matters while supporting the development of a high-performing, engaged and capable workforce.

About the Role

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) partners closely with business leaders to align people strategies with business objectives. The role serves as a trusted advisor to management on all human resource matters while supporting the development of a high-performing, engaged and capable workforce.

Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to understand business strategies, operational challenges and workforce needs, translating them into effective HR initiatives.
• Build strong relationships with leaders and employees, providing strategic and operational HR support across the employee lifecycle.
• Act as a trusted advisor on employee relations, performance management, talent development, workforce planning and organisational effectiveness.
• Develop a strong talent pipeline by driving recruitment, onboarding, succession planning and leadership development initiatives.
• Coordinate and facilitate key HR processes, including performance management, talent reviews, calibration sessions, salary review exercises and leadership assessments.
• Ensure consistent implementation of company HR policies, procedures and initiatives across the assigned business units.
• Support organisational changes by providing change management guidance and coaching to leaders and employees.
• Coach managers on leadership, employee engagement, performance management and people-related matters.
• Partner with the wider HR team to ensure timely and effective delivery of HR programmes and services.
• Monitor employee engagement and recommend initiatives to enhance organisational culture and employee experience.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation, company policies and workplace safety requirements.

Qualifications

• Recognised Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Professional HR certification (e.g. SHRM, CIPD, MIHRM or equivalent) will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 3 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in an HR Business Partner or HR Generalist role.
• Experience in a multinational corporation (MNC) environment will be an added advantage.
• Comfortable working in a matrix organisation and able to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across all levels.
• Independent, proactive and self-driven, with the initiative to identify issues and implement practical HR solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organisational skills.

Required Skills

• Strong communication, interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate across all levels.
• Independent, proactive and self-driven.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Skills

• Professional HR certification (e.g. SHRM, CIPD, MIHRM or equivalent).
• Experience in a multinational corporation (MNC) environment.

Pay range and compensation package

Details regarding pay range or salary or compensation are not specified in the provided job description.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are committed to diversity and inclusivity in our hiring practices.