Senior Human Resources Business Partner

A leading multinational medical 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 make a significant impact by supporting the execution of the Human Capital Strategy and aligning HR initiatives with business objectives. You will be empowered to partner closely with HR leaders and Centres of Excellence, providing guidance and direction across a broad spectrum of HR functions. The organisation values your expertise in fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace culture, where employee engagement and development are at the forefront. With flexible working opportunities, generous pension contributions, and ongoing training programmes, this position is ideal for someone who thrives in a communal environment and is committed to nurturing talent within a global context.

• You will play a pivotal role in shaping workforce planning, talent management, and organisational effectiveness through collaborative partnerships with senior leadership.
• The organisation offers flexible working opportunities, generous pension contributions, and access to comprehensive training programmes to support your professional growth.
• Your ability to foster an inclusive culture and drive change management initiatives will be highly valued as you help build human capital capability across the site.

What you'll do:

As a Senior Human Resources Business Partner in Penang’s thriving manufacturing sector, you will be entrusted with guiding the organisation’s people strategy through collaboration with both local teams and global Centres of Excellence. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include coaching managers on effective people strategies, facilitating workforce development programmes that nurture talent at every level, and ensuring fair treatment for all employees. You will actively participate in change management initiatives designed to enhance organisational performance while utilising data-driven insights to inform decision-making. By partnering closely with senior leadership, you will help shape the future of workforce planning and talent management. Your role will also involve managing sensitive employee relations matters with empathy and professionalism. Success in this position requires a commitment to building an inclusive culture where every individual feels supported and valued.

• Provide 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 issues affecting morale, performance, development, and organisational effectiveness by determining root causes and recommending appropriate next steps.
• Offer guidance to client groups ensuring consistent, equal, and fair treatment of all employees while consulting managers on adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Partner with HR Centres of Excellence to address strategic needs of client groups and ensure alignment with broader business objectives.
• Present, train, and facilitate workforce development programmes that enhance skills and capabilities throughout the organisation.
• Support communication on performance management tools and processes as well as compensation and rewards programmes to ensure transparency and fairness.
• Lead change management initiatives with client group leaders to address issues that enhance overall performance and build human capital capability.
• Conduct investigations into complaints or concerns that may have legal ramifications; assess severity, involve appropriate individuals, and facilitate action based on policy.
• Apply knowledge of key business drivers when making decisions related to human capital strategy for the site.
• Leverage HR analytics and insights to influence business outcomes by translating metrics into actionable strategies.

What you bring:

Your extensive experience as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner equips you with deep knowledge of strategic HR practices tailored for multinational manufacturing environments. You bring proven expertise in partnering with senior leaders to drive impactful workforce planning initiatives that align closely with business goals. Your interpersonal skills enable you to coach managers effectively on people strategies while maintaining sensitivity towards diverse employee needs. You are adept at leveraging HR analytics for informed decision-making that supports organisational transformation. Familiarity with advanced HR systems allows you to translate complex metrics into practical solutions that benefit both employees and the business. Your track record includes successful implementation of change management projects that foster growth leadership while nurturing an inclusive workplace culture.

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Management, Business Administration or any relevant field is required for this position.
• At least 15 years of experience in HR roles within multinational manufacturing environments is essential for success.
• A minimum of 7 years’ experience specifically in HR Business Partner or strategic HR advisory roles is necessary.
• Proven ability to collaborate with senior leadership teams to drive workforce planning, talent strategies, and organisational effectiveness is highly valued.
• Strong background in employee relations including performance management and coaching managers on people strategies is expected.
• Demonstrated success implementing HR initiatives aligned with business objectives within complex organisations is important.
• Skilled in data-driven HR decision-making using analytics and insights to influence business outcomes is required.
• Familiarity with HR systems and tools along with the ability to translate metrics into actionable strategies is advantageous.
• Experience leading change management initiatives within manufacturing settings will set you apart from other candidates.

What sets this company apart:

This multinational manufacturing organisation stands out for its commitment to creating an inclusive environment where every team member feels valued. Employees benefit from flexible working opportunities that accommodate personal needs alongside professional responsibilities. Generous pension contributions provide long-term financial security while comprehensive training programmes support continuous learning and career advancement. The company’s supportive leadership style encourages collaboration across departments so you can share ideas freely within a networked community. With a focus on nurturing talent at all levels—especially those from under-represented backgrounds—the organisation prioritises empathy, kindness, and inter-personal connection as core values. You’ll find yourself part of a dependable team dedicated not only to operational excellence but also to personal growth within a global context.

What's next:

If you are ready to make a meaningful impact as a Senior Human Resources Business Partner in Penang’s vibrant manufacturing sector, this is your chance!

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
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