Senior Manager, HR Business Partner – South East Asia & Singapore

Confidential Company; Selangor; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company seeks a Senior Manager, HRBP for Southeast Asia, based in Malaysia. This role involves partnering with business leaders to develop HR strategies that align with organizational goals, oversee regional HR operations, and manage talent and performance initiatives. Ideal candidates will possess 8–10+ years of HR experience, particularly in a leadership capacity, with a strong educational background in HR or Business Administration. Fluency in English and regional languages is preferred, alongside strong interpersonal skills.

Qualifications

• 8–10+ years of HR experience required.
• Minimum of 5 years in a regional HRBP or HR leadership role.
• Fluency in English; proficiency in regional languages is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategies to support business growth.
• Support HR operations across Southeast Asia countries.
• Lead talent planning and performance management processes.

Skills

Talent Management

Employee Relations

Data & Analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Role Summary

The Senior Manager, HRBP – SEA & Singapore, will act as a key HR leader supporting business growth and transformation across South East Asia, including Singapore, from a Malaysia-based hub. This role partners closely with senior business leaders and functional heads to deliver people strategies aligned to organizational goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Strategic Business Partnership
• Serve as a strategic HR advisor to business leaders across South East Asia and Singapore.
• Develop and execute HR strategies that support talent development, workforce planning, and business growth.
• Drive organizational design, change management, and culture-building initiatives.

Regional HR Oversight

• Support HR operations and business partnering activities in countries such as Malaysia, Singapore, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, and the Philippines.
• Ensure alignment of HR practices with global/regional HR frameworks and adapt to local contexts.
• Collaborate with in-country HR representatives and CoEs to implement effective solutions.

Talent & Performance Management

• Lead talent planning processes, performance reviews, and succession planning activities.
• Champion leadership development and high-potential employee programs across SEA.
• Promote an inclusive workplace and support DE&I goals.

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Guide local HR teams in managing employee relations cases and labor law compliance across SEA markets.
• Advise managers on sensitive people matters and help foster a positive employee experience.

Data & Analytics

• Utilize people data and analytics to inform HR strategies and decisions.
• Monitor HR KPIs and metrics across the region to identify trends and areas for improvement.

Qualifications:

• 8–10+ years of HR experience, with a minimum of 5 years in a regional HRBP or HR leadership role.
• Strong HR knowledge across South East Asia, with hands-on experience in Singapore and Malaysia.
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; Master's degree preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and collaborate in a matrixed, multicultural environment.
• Proven track record in talent management, business partnering, and organizational development.

Preferred Skills:

• Cross-border HR experience in a multinational setting.
• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical mindset with a strong grasp of HR metrics.
• Fluent in English; proficiency in regional languages is a plus.