Senior HR Business Partner (SEA) – Malaysia
Location: Malaysia (On-site)
Experience Level: 10+ years in HR with 5+ in leadership roles
Job Type: Full-time | Permanent
Industry: Global Multinational | High-Growth | Fast-Paced
Salary: US$250K per annum
About the Role:
Are you an experienced HR leader looking to shape people strategy across Southeast Asia? Spinwell is recruiting a Senior HR Business Partner (SHRBP) to work with a world-class multinational organisation. You will align business priorities with strategic HR solutions, partner with senior stakeholders, and drive performance, culture, and engagement across the region.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the implementation of HR strategies and people plans aligned with SEA business goals.
- Advise leadership on performance, succession, compensation, and organisational design.
- Partner with Talent Acquisition to develop creative recruitment strategies.
- Oversee employee lifecycle programs – onboarding, development, retention.
- Handle employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary matters with care and compliance.
- Drive continuous learning, change management, and a culture of high performance.
- Ensure compliance with Malaysian employment laws and regional HQ standards.
- Oversee HR operations and Centres of Excellence (COEs) for the region.
- Use HR metrics to identify and implement business improvements.
- Coach and support senior managers to elevate leadership across the business.
Requirements:
- Degree in Human Resources, Business, or related field.
- Minimum 10 years in HR management, with 5+ years in a senior leadership role.
- Experience in fast-paced, high-growth multinational environments.
- In-depth knowledge of Malaysian employment law (Employment Act 1955, IR Act 1967).
- Track record in strategic business partnering and stakeholder engagement.
- Hands-on experience with policy development, employee relations, and performance frameworks.
- Strong project management and coaching capabilities.
- Data-driven approach to HR metrics and performance KPIs.
Why Join?
- Opportunity to make a lasting impact across a dynamic Southeast Asia region.
- Work closely with influential senior leaders and shape organisational culture.
- Join a respected global company through Spinwell’s trusted recruitment partnership.
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