Lead HRBP

Air Liquide; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Liquide is seeking a Lead HRBP for Malaysia (Petaling Jaya) to align people strategy with business goals. The role involves leading strategic workforce planning, talent acquisition, and performance management across the local operations in a multinational context.

You will partner with leadership to drive capability building, organizational design, and change management while ensuring governance and compliance within local labor laws.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience in MNC or international settings.
• Experience in HR transformation is an advantage.
• Bachelor or Master degree in any discipline.

Responsibilities

• Strategic workforce planning to forecast talent needs.
• Oversee Talent Acquisition, onboarding, and integration of new hires.
• Performance & talent management, succession planning and leadership development.
• Oversee compensation, benefits, and governance aligned with policy.
• Drive learning, leadership development, and capability-building initiatives.
• Manage employee relations, engagement, and union collaboration.
• Update HR policies and ensure compliance with local regulations.
• Oversee HR data governance, analytics and reporting for decisions.
• Act as an advisor to the MD and Management Committee on people strategy.

Skills

HR Strategy

Stakeholder mgmt

Leadership coaching

People analytics

Education

Bachelor/Master degree

Tools

HRIS

Job description

Lead HRBP page is loaded## Lead HRBPlocations: Malaysia, Petaling Jayatime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R10101986Air Liquide began operations in Malaysia in 1927 and is one of the pioneers of the gas industry in Malaysia. Operating in 11 locations in Malaysia, comprising both sales offices and production facilities, Air Liquide supports our customers through providing innovative solutions at every step of their production, including industrial and specialty gases, energy solutions, application technologies and services. With a strong workforce of 400 employees and business growth through our recent acquisition with nationwide presence, this will provide an exciting experience and journey with the opportunity that is unique yet challenging to gauge the integration and synergy processes that will change the entire competition landscape in Malaysia.Drive strategic alignment between business goals and human capital priorities to strengthen organizational performance and culture. Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership by integrating people strategy into business decision-making and enabling high-impact talent and organizational development initiatives. Champion a performance-driven, inclusive, and future-ready workforce through strong leadership, effective communication, and a focus on capability building. Oversee internal communications and CSR programs that reinforce engagement, collaboration, and the company's strategic objectives.* Strategic Workforce Planning: Partner with leadership to forecast talent needs, structure workforce plans, and align organization design with business objectives.;* Talent Acquisition & Onboarding: Liaise with CoE TA team to ensure the timely hiring of qualified talent, implement effective onboarding programs, and ensure new hires integrate successfully into the company culture.;* Performance & Talent Management: Liaise with CoE TD team to establish and monitor performance management systems, succession planning, and career development programs that build leadership pipelines and enhance employee potential.;* Compensation & Benefits: Liaise with CoE TR team to ensure Indonesia has competitive remuneration and incentive frameworks aligned with company policy, market benchmarks, and internal equity to drive motivation and retention;* Learning & Development: Champion capability-building initiatives through continuous learning, leadership training, and organizational development programs that promote agility and growth.;* Employee Relations & Engagement: Maintain positive industrial relations through collaboration with union representatives, foster open communication, manage grievances, and strengthen employee engagement across all levels.;* Compliance & Policy Management: Ensure HR practices comply with all labor laws, local regulations, and internal standards. Lead updates to company policies and procedures reflecting regulatory and business changes.;* Culture, Communication & CSR: Reinforce company values and culture through effective internal communications, recognition programs, and corporate social responsibility initiatives that enhance brand reputation and employee pride;* HR Data & Governance: Oversee accurate HR data management, analytics, and reporting to support informed decision-making and continuous improvement;* Leadership & Advisory Role: Act as a strategic advisor to the Managing Director and Management Committee, providing insights and recommendations on people strategy, organizational transformation, and change management.* Bachelor Degree or Master Degree in any discipline.* Possesses 10 years of progressive HR experience in demonstrating consistent growth in the field MNC or International working environment.* Experience in MNCs and understanding of diverse business environments.* Expertise in HR transformation is an advantage.\\*\\*We thank you for your interest in Air Liquide. Interested applicants are encouraged to send in a detailed resume, including reasons for leaving past employment. Please be informed that only shortlisted candidates would be notified.\\*\\*#LI-SP1**About Air Liquide**A world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health, Air Liquide is present in 78 countries with approximately 64,500 employees and serves more than 3.8 million customers and patients. Oxygen, nitrogen and hydrogen are essential small molecules for life, matter and energy. They embody Air Liquide's scientific territory and have been at the core of the company's activities since its creation in 1902.**Our Differences make our Performance**At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.A world leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health.Through the passion and diversity of its people, Air Liquide leverages energy and environment transition, changes in healthcare and digitization, and delivers greater value to all its stakeholders.Join us for a stimulating experience: you'll find a world of learning and development opportunities where inventiveness is at the heart of what we do, in an open, collaborative and respectful environment.****Discover what your professional journey at Air Liquide could be** **!****We want to ensure a safe experience for everyone interested in joining Air Liquide. 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