People & Culture Business Partner (HRBP)

AB Mauri; Kajang Municipal Council; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global company in Malaysia is seeking a People & Culture Business Partner (HRBP) to serve as a liaison between HR and the business, implementing HR initiatives and ensuring effective practices. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of experience including 3-5 years in manufacturing, alongside a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration or Human Resources. Strong knowledge of labor laws and excellent coaching and stakeholder management skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• At least 8 years’ experience as HR Business Partner with 3-5 years in manufacturing.
• Strong knowledge and application of labour laws.
• Proven ability to self-develop and leverage knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Liaison between HR and the business for effective HR practices.
• Workforce planning in line with business goals.
• Manage employee relations and grievances effectively.

Skills

Coaching

Talent Management

Stakeholder Management

Employee Relations

Knowledge of labour laws

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or Human Resources

Job description

People & Culture Business Partner (HRBP)

Liaison between HR and the business, working closely with leaders to identify and address people-related needs, implement HR initiatives, and ensure effective HR practices are in place

Partner with business to understand the business goals, Annual Operating Plan and 5 YP & overall country’s vision

Intervene and support building right OD as per the strategy playbook which delivers long term goals

People advocacy to build the culture of the employee’s voice is heard and their interest is protected

Be a coach for People Manager and team on both personal and interpersonal competencies

Provide thought leadership and assistance during all initiatives in these functions that require organizational change management expertise

2. Talent Management

Workforce planning as per the OD and sign off with Country GM and People & Culture Director along with business unit head

Ensure the business is staffed with right people in a timely manner

Involve and contribute in team’s objectives settings, performance reviews and assessment in a timely and fair manner

Regular talent review along with People Manager’s to identify the challenges including performance & leadership/behavioural gaps, mitigation plan & execute action,

Identify HiPO’s & execute IDP and career progression plan

Custodian of Talent metrics and insights; MIS to business stakeholders, People & Culture Director and GM

Lead the TNI and execute the Training & Development as per the business plan

Accountable for recognition programme in alignment with People & Culture Director

Through continual discovery, assist leadership in ensuring an effective work force in place that meets business strategies

3. Employee Relations

In partnership with Operations Director and People & Culture Director, build and execute the employee & industrial relations strategy at plant

Handle & manage the local stakeholders for ensuring seamless operations

Build and maintain a positive Unionized environment,

Independently addressing all employee/ worker grievances proactively

In partnership with HR Enablement team, manage and resolve employee relations issues, ensuring a positive and productive work environment

Holding work committee meetings, closing the loop on discussed actions, managing the discipline and productivity related situations on the shopfloor

Accountable for collective bargaining agreements and process.

Ensure team has robust induction/orientation in partnership with People & Culture Enablement team; detailed orientation on the company values & culture for all new joiners

Build multiple communication & engagement tools; participate in operation strategy review meetings

Communication and training on any policy or benefits amendments

Regularly monitor the employee query tool and ensure queries are addressed on time

4. Stakeholder Management

Manage multiple stakeholder’s expectations by setting clear priorities and communicate for their alignment

Regular communication on progress of people actions and highlight challenges in a timely manner

Be a true partner and build the trust & confidence among stakeholders

5. Operation/Administration

Hands on approach to perform duties both strategic and operational level

6. Projects

Lead People & Culture Projects/new initiatives execution for operations

Other projects will be assigned by People & Culture Director as per People & Culture Strategy

REQUIREMENT

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration or equivalent; Human Resources would be advantageous

At least 8 years’ experience as HR Business Partner including 3-5 years in manufacturing

Strong knowledge and application of labour laws

Experience with coaching, directing, and motivating staff

Solid process orientation, with understanding of resource management and allocation

Ability to multi-task and manage multiple streams of work simultaneously

Ability to effectively partner with all levels of leadership

High level of knowledge and applicable experience with traditional HR functions such as Benefits, Payroll, Compliance, recruiting, hiring, and learning and development

Ability to display strong self-initiative and support recommendations with sound thinking and fact-based evidence (data, research, best practices, etc.)

Proven ability to self-develop and leverage knowledge to become a thought leader