Manager, HR Business Partner

Role Purpose

To serve as a trusted advisor to business leaders, driving people strategies that support business growth and organizational effectiveness. To lead the full employee lifecycle, foster a high-performance culture, leverage data, and digital tools to enhance decision-making, and ensure an outstanding employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

Business Partnership

• Partner with business leaders to understand organizational priorities and develop HR solutions aligned with business objectives.

• Translate business strategy into people initiatives that drive performance, engagement, and talent development.

• Provide proactive guidance on workforce planning, organizational development, and change management.

Talent & Employee Experience

• Manage the employee lifecycle from onboarding to offboarding.

• Drive employee engagement, retention, and a positive workplace culture.

• Support talent management, succession planning, and leadership development initiatives.

Data, Digitalization & AI

• Use people analytics, workforce data, and AI-enabled tools to generate insights and support business decisions.

• Promote digital HR solutions, process automation, and continuous improvement initiatives.

• Ensure high-quality HR data and effective utilization of HR systems and technology.

HR Governance & Operations

• Ensure compliance with company policies, employment legislation, and HR governance requirements.

• Partner closely with HR Centers of Expertise and Shared Services to deliver effective HR support.

• Monitor and improve HR service delivery and employee experience.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree or above in Human Resources, Business, or a related discipline.

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably within an international organization.

• Proven business partnering experience supporting leaders in a dynamic environment.

• Strong stakeholder management, influencing, and communication skills.

• Experience leading change and organizational transformation initiatives.

Key Competencies

• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking.

• Data-driven mindset with strong analytical skills.

• Digital fluency and familiarity with AI, HR technologies, and automation tools.

• Excellent communication and presentation skills in both English and Mandarin Chinese.

• Ability to work effectively across cultures, functions, and matrix organizations.

• Continuous improvement mindset with a passion for innovation and the future of work.