Human Resources Business Partner

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Human Resources Business Partner to join a well-established organisation in Penang, where your expertise in stakeholder management and talent acquisition will be highly valued.

This role offers you the chance to make a meaningful impact by supporting both employees and business leaders, ensuring that people strategies align with organisational goals. You will be part of a supportive team that values collaboration, open communication, and continuous learning. The company is committed to fostering an inclusive and nurturing work environment, providing flexible working opportunities and ongoing training to help you grow professionally. If you are passionate about building strong relationships, driving employee engagement, and contributing to a positive workplace culture, this is the perfect role for you.

• Play a pivotal role in shaping people strategies that support business objectives while championing employee wellbeing and engagement across all levels of the organisation.
• Enjoy flexible working opportunities and access to comprehensive training programmes designed to enhance your professional growth within a collaborative and inclusive environment.
• Work closely with stakeholders at every level, utilising your expertise in talent acquisition and management to attract, retain, and nurture top talent.

What you'll do:

As a Human Resources Business Partner based in Penang, you will play an integral role in connecting business needs with people solutions. Your day-to-day activities will involve close collaboration with managers across various departments to ensure that HR strategies are effectively implemented. You will take ownership of the full recruitment lifecycle—identifying talent needs, attracting suitable candidates, conducting interviews, managing onboarding processes—and continue supporting new hires through their journey within the company. Beyond recruitment, you will focus on developing robust talent management frameworks that encourage professional development and foster a sense of belonging among employees. By acting as a reliable point of contact for both staff members and leadership teams, you will help resolve workplace concerns promptly while maintaining compliance with relevant legislation. Your ability to analyse HR data will enable you to propose actionable recommendations that drive continuous improvement in people practices. Ultimately, your efforts will contribute significantly towards creating an engaging work environment where everyone feels supported and empowered.

• Partner with business leaders to understand their strategic objectives and provide expert guidance on all aspects of human resources management, ensuring alignment between people initiatives and organisational goals.
• Lead end-to-end talent acquisition processes including workforce planning, sourcing, interviewing, selection, onboarding, and retention strategies to attract high-quality candidates who share the company’s values.
• Develop and implement effective talent management programmes that foster employee growth, engagement, and career progression within the organisation.
• Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees by offering thoughtful solutions on performance management, employee relations issues, conflict resolution, and policy interpretation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and deliver impactful training sessions that address skill gaps and promote continuous learning throughout the workforce.
• Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives by promoting fair practices in recruitment, development, and recognition processes.
• Monitor HR metrics such as turnover rates, employee satisfaction scores, and time-to-fill vacancies; use data-driven insights to recommend improvements for HR policies or procedures.
• Ensure compliance with local employment laws and regulations by keeping up-to-date with legislative changes affecting HR practices in Malaysia.
• Facilitate regular feedback sessions with employees to gather input on workplace culture and identify areas for improvement.
• Contribute to special projects such as organisational restructuring or change management initiatives by providing HR expertise throughout the process.

What you bring:

To excel as a Human Resources Business Partner in this organisation based in Penang, you should bring substantial experience working closely with stakeholders from diverse backgrounds. Your previous roles should demonstrate your capability in managing end-to-end recruitment processes as well as implementing effective talent management systems. A deep understanding of employment legislation is essential so that you can confidently advise on compliance matters while safeguarding both employee rights and organisational interests. Your interpersonal strengths—such as empathy, active listening skills, clear communication style—will enable you to build rapport quickly with colleagues at all levels. Analytical abilities are also important since you’ll be expected to interpret HR data accurately before recommending improvements. Experience facilitating training sessions or workshops would further enhance your contribution by helping others develop professionally. Above all else, your commitment to inclusivity ensures every team member feels valued regardless of their background or identity.

• Demonstrated experience in stakeholder management within a human resources function where you have built trusting relationships across multiple levels of an organisation.
• Proven track record in talent acquisition including hands-on involvement in sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, making hiring decisions, and facilitating smooth onboarding experiences.
• Strong background in talent management encompassing performance reviews, succession planning, career development initiatives, and employee engagement activities.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate clearly, listen actively, empathise with others’ perspectives, and resolve conflicts amicably.
• Sound knowledge of Malaysian employment law along with practical experience ensuring compliance in all HR-related matters.
• Ability to interpret HR metrics using analytical thinking skills; experience leveraging data insights for process improvements is highly desirable.
• Experience designing or delivering training programmes aimed at upskilling employees or addressing specific organisational needs would be advantageous.
• A collaborative approach that emphasises teamwork over individual achievement; willingness to share knowledge openly with colleagues for collective success.
• Commitment to promoting diversity and inclusion through fair recruitment practices as well as ongoing support for under-represented groups within the workplace.

What sets this company apart:

This manufacturing and production organisation stands out for its unwavering dedication to creating an inclusive workplace where every voice is heard and respected. Employees benefit from flexible working arrangements that accommodate different lifestyles while still enabling them to achieve their best results. The company invests heavily in professional development through structured training programmes tailored to individual aspirations—ensuring everyone has access to growth opportunities regardless of their starting point. Supportive leadership fosters open dialogue between teams so ideas can be shared freely without fear of judgement or exclusion. Diversity is celebrated here not just as a policy but as a core value underpinning daily interactions among colleagues from varied backgrounds. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance alongside competitive benefits packages (where applicable), this employer provides an environment where you can thrive both personally and professionally while making meaningful contributions toward shared goals.

What's next:

If you are ready to take the next step in your human resources career within a supportive team environment that values your expertise—this is your moment!

Apply today or email me at jack.moh@robertwalters.com.my to discuss this new opportunity.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.

Agensi Pekerjaan Robert Walters Sdn Bhd
Business Registration Number : 729828-T
Licence Number : JTKSM 423C