Senior Human Resources Business Partner

A leading multinational manufacturing and production organisation in Penang is seeking a Senior Human Resources Business Partner to join their onsite team.

This role offers you the opportunity to play a pivotal part in shaping the human capital strategy, partnering closely with HR leaders and Centres of Excellence to deliver impactful HR initiatives. You will be empowered to provide guidance and direction across a broad spectrum of HR functions, including talent management, succession planning, employee engagement, and change management. The organisation values inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, offering a supportive environment where your expertise will help drive organisational effectiveness and foster a positive workplace culture. If you are passionate about nurturing talent and building strong relationships within a global context, this is an exceptional opportunity to advance your career.

• You will have the chance to influence strategic HR decisions at a site level, working directly with senior leadership teams to shape workforce planning and talent strategies.
• The organisation provides flexible working opportunities and ongoing training programmes designed to support your professional development and enhance your HR capabilities.
• You will be joining a knowledgeable team that values co-operation, dependability, and inclusive practices, ensuring equal and fair treatment for all employees while driving business success.

What you'll do:

As a Senior Human Resources Business Partner in Penang’s thriving manufacturing sector, you will be entrusted with guiding the execution of human capital strategies through alignment of HR initiatives. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include partnering with senior leaders to drive workforce planning efforts while ensuring consistent application of policies across the organisation. You will coach managers on people strategies that enhance morale and performance while facilitating workforce development programmes tailored to organisational needs. By leveraging data-driven insights from HR analytics systems, you will translate metrics into actionable strategies that support business goals. Your role also involves leading change management projects aimed at improving organisational effectiveness as well as conducting thorough investigations into employee concerns. Success in this position requires you to foster an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued while collaborating closely with both internal teams and external partners.

• Provide comprehensive HR leadership and direction across competency development, succession planning, talent management, talent acquisition, labour relations, employment law compliance, employee relations, employee engagement, change management, and process improvement.
• Coach and consult with management on matters affecting morale, performance, development, and organisational effectiveness by identifying root causes and recommending appropriate next steps.
• Ensure consistent application of company policies and procedures by consulting with managers to promote equal and fair treatment for all employees.
• Partner with HR Centres of Excellence to address client group requirements effectively and align HR initiatives with business objectives.
• Present, train, and facilitate workforce development programmes that enhance skills and build organisational capability.
• Support communication on performance management tools and processes as well as compensation and rewards programmes to ensure clarity and transparency.
• Lead change management initiatives with client group leaders to address issues that improve overall performance and strengthen human capital capability.
• Conduct investigations into complaints or concerns that may have legal ramifications; assess severity, involve relevant stakeholders, and facilitate appropriate action based on policy.
• Apply knowledge of key business drivers when making decisions related to human capital strategy for the organisation.
• Leverage HR analytics and insights to inform decision-making processes that positively impact business outcomes.

What you bring:

Your extensive experience as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner will enable you to bring proven expertise in strategic advisory roles within multinational manufacturing organisations. You possess deep knowledge of workforce planning methodologies combined with strong interpersonal skills that allow you to connect meaningfully with both senior leaders and frontline staff. Your familiarity with advanced HR analytics ensures you can make informed decisions that drive business results while supporting inclusive practices throughout the organisation. You are adept at coaching managers on people strategies that foster engagement as well as leading transformative change management projects. Your understanding of employment law compliance coupled with your ability to implement effective talent management solutions makes you an invaluable asset.

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Management, Business Administration or any relevant field is required for this role.
• At least 15 years of experience in Human Resources with a minimum of 7 years in an HR Business Partner or strategic HR advisory capacity within multinational manufacturing environments.
• Proven ability to partner with senior leadership teams to drive workforce planning initiatives, talent strategies, and organisational effectiveness across diverse settings.
• Strong background in employee relations including coaching managers on people strategies that promote engagement and positive workplace culture.
• Demonstrated success implementing HR initiatives aligned with business objectives while maintaining compliance with employment laws.
• Skilled in utilising data-driven decision-making approaches through HR analytics systems to influence business outcomes effectively.
• Familiarity with modern HR systems and tools along with the ability to translate complex metrics into actionable strategies for continuous improvement.
• Experience leading change management projects that transform organisational culture and enhance human capital capability.
• Excellent interpersonal skills enabling effective communication across all levels of the organisation as well as external partners.

What sets this company apart:

This multinational manufacturing organisation stands out for its commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace where collaboration is at the heart of everything they do. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities tailored to individual needs alongside generous training programmes designed for continuous professional growth. The company’s supportive leadership style encourages open communication across all levels while promoting equal treatment for every team member regardless of background or role. With access to cutting-edge technology platforms for HR analytics as well as robust internal networks dedicated to sharing best practices globally, you’ll find yourself surrounded by knowledgeable colleagues who value dependability and co-operation above all else. The organisation’s dedication to nurturing talent extends beyond traditional boundaries—offering mentorship opportunities that empower employees at every stage of their careers. Their focus on communal achievement ensures everyone shares in collective successes while enjoying a pleasant work environment built on trust and mutual respect.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career in Human Resources Business Partnering to new heights within a collaborative multinational setting, 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