Human Resources Business Partner

PT Kalbe Farma, Tbk; Metro Manila; On-site; PHP 900,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Kalbe Ecossential International – Philippines is seeking an experienced HR professional to lead HR and General Affairs for our PH operations. You will manage the full employee lifecycle, implement policies, ensure labor law compliance, and oversee office administration to drive operational excellence.

The role requires 5+ years in HRGA/HRBP within pharma or FMCG, plus strong stakeholder management and localized labor-law expertise.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience as an HRGA Manager, HR Manager, or HR Business Partner in pharma or FMCG.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine labor laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Act as the HR Business Partner by managing the entire employee lifecycle for the Philippines.
• Implement HR policies and programs while ensuring compliance with local labor laws and company policies.
• Plan and coordinate employee engagement, learning and development, and welfare activities.
• Oversee General Affairs operations, including office administration, facilities management, and supplies.
• Partner with business leaders to support organizational effectiveness and people initiatives.
• Support HR reporting, manpower planning, and other HR projects as required.

Skills

HRBP

Labor laws

Stakeholder mgmt

Employee lifecycle

Policy implementation

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/Business Admin

Job description

HR Business Partner & General Affairs Manager

Kalbe Ecossential International – Philippines

About the Job

We are seeking an experienced HR professional to lead Human Resources and General Affairs functions for our Philippines operations. This role is responsible for managing end-to-end HR processes, supporting business leaders, ensuring compliance with labor regulations, and overseeing office administration to drive operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the HR Business Partner by managing the entire employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to employee separation, for the Philippines organization.
• Implement HR policies and programs while ensuring compliance with local labor laws and company policies.
• Plan and coordinate employee engagement initiatives, learning and development programs, and employee welfare activities.
• Oversee General Affairs operations, including office administration, facilities management, and office supplies.
• Partner with business leaders to support organizational effectiveness and people-related initiatives.
• Support HR reporting, manpower planning, and other HR projects as required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• At least 5 years of experience as an HRGA Manager, HR Manager, or HR Business Partner within the pharmaceutical or FMCG industry.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine labor laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Willing and able to support both commercial operations in Manila and distribution operations in Pasig.

Company Overview

Founded in 1966, PT. Kalbe Farma Tbk. (holding for Kalbe International Pte Ltd) is the largest publicly-listed pharmaceutical company in Southeast Asia. Kalbe Farma’s main business focus rests on four divisions: prescription pharmaceuticals, consumer health products, nutrition, and distribution and logistics. On the international stage, Kalbe has established a strong presence in ASEAN countries, as well as regions spanning East and South Asia, the Middle East, and Africa. This solidifies Kalbe’s position as a prominent national pharmaceutical company with a competitive edge in the global export market.

Kalbe International Philippines is a subsidiary company of Kalbe International Pte. Ltd. focuses on established to expand Kalbe Farma's global presence and distribution of the company's diverse health products.