Strategic Business HR Manager

Keysight Technologies Malaysia Sdn. Bhd.; Penang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm is seeking a Strategic Business HR Manager in Penang, Malaysia, to align HR strategies with business objectives and enhance organizational effectiveness. Ideal candidates will have at least 7 years of HR management experience in high-tech or regulated industries and a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or a related field. Strong communication, analytical thinking, and strategic planning skills are crucial for this role. Join us to drive talent development and foster a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of HR management experience, ideally in high-tech or regulated industries.
• Proven experience in strategic HR leadership, preferably in global or matrixed environments.
• Strong integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information.

Responsibilities

• Align HR strategies with business objectives by partnering closely with leadership teams.
• Drive employee engagement through effective performance management practices.
• Monitor and analyze HR metrics to assess program effectiveness.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Proven experience in strategic planning

Influencing skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Certification in HR (e.g., SHRM-CP, PHR)

Job description

Keysight is on the forefront of technology innovation, delivering breakthroughs and trusted insights in electronic design, simulation, prototyping, test, manufacturing, and optimization. Our ~15,000 employees create world‑class solutions in communications, 5G, automotive, energy, quantum, aerospace, defense, and semiconductor markets for customers in over 100 countries. Our culture embraces a bold vision of where technology can take us and a passion for tackling challenging problems with industry‑first solutions. We believe that when people feel a sense of belonging, they can be more creative, innovative, and thrive at all points in their careers.

Responsibilities

We are seeking a skilled and forward‑thinking Strategic Business HR Manager to serve as a trusted advisor and strategic partner to executive leadership teams. This role is central to driving organizational effectiveness, talent strategy, and leadership development across dynamic matrixed environments. You will lead initiatives that foster a high‑performance culture, enable scalable growth, and align people strategies with business priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Align HR strategies with business objectives by partnering closely with executive and senior leadership teams.
• Maintain deep business literacy across growth strategy, financial performance, organizational culture, and competitive dynamics.
• Provide strategic coaching and counsel to leaders to influence decisions and drive business outcomes.
• Design and implement talent management strategies to attract, retain, and develop top talent across assigned business units.
• Build robust succession plans and leadership pipelines to support long‑term organizational health.
• Champion workforce planning and capability development aligned with future business needs.
• Drive employee engagement, productivity, and development through effective performance management practices.
• Partner with country HR teams to ensure consistency and impact across geographies.
• Collaborate with Global Learning & Development to deliver targeted training programs that enhance leadership and functional capabilities.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and growth across all levels of the organization.
• Monitor and analyze HR metrics to assess program effectiveness and guide data‑driven decisions.
• Translate insights into actionable strategies that improve organizational performance.
• Partner with legal, finance, operations, and other stakeholders to ensure HR strategies are integrated, compliant, and aligned with business operations.
• Lead change management efforts to embed new processes, systems, and ways of working.

Business specific skills & experience

• Partner with supply chain and manufacturing leaders to shape and align HR strategies with transformation goals.
• Design organizational structures and resource plans to accelerate NPI velocity and enable scalable production.
• Champion talent development, and retention strategies for critical roles in R&D, manufacturing, and supply chain.
• Lead strategic workforce planning to anticipate and navigate transitions driven by technology upgrades and process digitization.
• Drive reskilling and upskilling initiatives that empower the workforce for future technology trends including AI, machine learning, 6G, and software development to enhance agility and strengthen competitive advantage.
• Cultivate a culture of agility, innovation, and continuous improvement across globally distributed teams.

Key Attributes

• Excellent communication skills for collaboration with cross‑functional teams, consulting with senior leaders, and articulating HR strategies effectively.
• Analytical thinking for monitoring HR metrics, making data‑driven decisions, and addressing complex issues.
• Strategic thinking to align HR initiatives with business objectives.
• Proven experience in strategic planning and program management.
• Proven experience in strategic HR leadership, preferably in global or matrixed environments.
• Strong integrity and discretion in handling sensitive information and enforcing company policy.
• Exceptional communication and influencing skills across all organizational levels.
• Demonstrated success in program management and organizational development.
• Adaptability and resilience to navigate changes and challenges in a fast‑paced, dynamic environment.
• Commitment to continuous learning for personal growth and designing impactful training programs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; equivalent work experience and skills are valued equally.
• Minimum of 7 years of HR management experience, ideally in high‑tech or regulated industries.
• Certification in HR (e.g., SHRM‑CP, PHR) or related areas is a plus.