HRBP

A leading multinational manufacturing organisation in Penang is seeking a Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) to join their onsite team.

This HRBP role offers you the opportunity to contribute to shaping the human capital strategy while partnering closely with HR leaders and Centres of Excellence to deliver impactful HR initiatives. You will play an important role in providing guidance across various HR functions such as talent management, employee engagement, and change management.

The organisation values inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, offering a supportive environment where your contributions will help foster a positive workplace culture. If you are passionate about supporting talent development and building strong relationships within a global context, this is an excellent opportunity to grow your career.

You will have the chance to work closely with site-level leadership teams to support workforce planning and talent strategies. The organisation provides flexible working opportunities and ongoing training programmes designed to enhance your HR capabilities and professional development.

You will be joining a knowledgeable team that values co-operation, dependability, and inclusive practices while driving business success.

What you'll do:

As an HRBP in Penang’s thriving manufacturing sector, you will support the execution of human capital strategies by aligning HR initiatives with business needs. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include collaborating with managers 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 supporting change management projects aimed at improving organisational effectiveness as well as assisting in investigations into employee concerns. Success in this position requires fostering an inclusive environment where every employee feels valued while collaborating closely with both internal teams and external partners.

• Provide HR support across competency development, succession planning, talent management, labour relations, employment law compliance, employee relations, employee engagement, change management, and process improvement.
• Coach and consult with managers 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 or 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.
• Assist in change management initiatives with client group leaders to address issues that improve overall performance and strengthen human capital capability.
• Conduct initial investigations into complaints or concerns; assess severity and involve relevant stakeholders for resolution based on policy guidelines.
• Leverage HR analytics insights to inform decision-making processes that positively impact business outcomes.

What you bring:

Your experience as an HR professional enables you to bring valuable expertise in supporting strategic HR initiatives within multinational manufacturing organisations. You possess knowledge of workforce planning methodologies combined with strong interpersonal skills that allow you to connect meaningfully with both managers and employees. Your familiarity with HR analytics ensures you can make informed decisions that drive business results while supporting inclusive practices throughout the organisation.

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Management, Business Administration or any relevant field is required for this role.
• At least 5–8 years of experience in Human Resources with a minimum of 3 years in an HR Business Partner or similar capacity within multinational manufacturing environments.
• Proven ability to collaborate with leadership teams to support workforce planning initiatives and talent strategies.
• 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.
• Familiarity with modern HR systems/tools along with the ability to translate metrics into actionable strategies for continuous improvement.
• Experience supporting change management projects that enhance organisational culture.
• 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 and production 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.

What's next:

If you are ready to take your career in Human Resources Business Partnering forward within a collaborative multinational setting, this is your moment!

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

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