Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP)

Job overview

The Human Resources and People Business Partner (HRPB) acts as a trusted advisor to university leadership, aligning HR strategies with institutional goals. This role drives employee engagement, performance excellence, and HR service delivery across academic and non-academic staff, ensuring a thriving and compliant workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Partnering

• Collaborate with leadership and department heads to shape HR strategies that support university objectives.
• Lead workforce planning, organizational development, and change management initiatives.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Foster a positive, inclusive work environment by proactively addressing employee concerns.
• Design and implement initiatives to boost staff engagement and satisfaction.
• Provide guidance on conflict resolution, grievances, and disciplinary matters.

Performance Management

• Partner with departments to set, monitor, and review performance goals.
• Support staff development through coaching, feedback, and structured performance reviews.

HR Policies & Compliance

• Advise on employment law, workplace investigations, and disciplinary processes.
• Manage Domestic Inquiry (DI) proceedings, ensuring fairness and due process.
• Liaise with authorities (Industrial Relations Department, Labor Office) on employment disputes.

HR Analytics & Reporting

• Deliver insights through HR metrics such as turnover, engagement, and workforce trends.
• Use data to recommend improvements and support evidence-based decision-making.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of HRBP or equivalent experience, ideally within a university or academic institution.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian labor laws and HR best practices.
• Proven expertise in recruitment, employee relations, performance management, and organizational development.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to engage diverse stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities independently and meet deadlines.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities.
• Analytical mindset with sound decision-making skills.
• High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.
• Change leadership and culture-building capability.
• Proficiency in HR systems and MS Office applications.