Human Resources Business Partner, SEA

Description

You will be the first line of defence for data integrity in SuccessFactors and payroll systems, drive process improvements across Asia, and support organisational change and engagement programs.

• Act as first line of defence for data cleanliness and accuracy in SuccessFactors and payroll systems; conduct periodic audits and remediate issues fast.
• Actively champion and implement the organization’s policies on health & safety, environment, energy, quality, information security, and business continuity, ensuring adherence to incident reporting, legal, and regulatory requirements.
• Work closely with Country HRBPs (India, Japan, Korea) to share practices, align standards. We aim for Globally consistent wherever possible but ensuring local compliance
• Coordinate CSR initiatives aligned to company values (RISER), with thoughtful local adaptations.
• Work alongside TA and hiring managers to attract, select and onboard high‑calibre talent.
• Partner with project teams, General Affairs, HR Operations and Corporate Communications to ensure day‑1 readiness, smooth logistics, and consistent onboarding communications.
• Partner with Talent & Engagement to deploy employee engagement activities, pulse checks, and recognition programs across SEA.
• Provide practical, risk‑aware advisory to leaders; escalate appropriately to CHRO/Legal when needed.
• Maintain strong governance on case logs, approvals, documentation and timely follow‑through on actions.
• Collaborate with HRBPs across Asia, HR Operations and Digital HR to identify and execute process improvements that lift efficiency and the employee/manager experience.
• Support org design and change initiatives (team moves, restructures, role clarity, communications) in partnership with the CHRO
• Ensure compliance with local labour laws and internal HR policies across SEA countries; maintain up‑to‑date country playbooks and SOPs.
• Serve as the primary HRBP for Singapore, Thailand, Philippines and additional SEA markets as we scale.
• Support reporting and insights that help leaders make informed decisions.
• Independently manage ER matters: investigations, disciplinary processes, performance management, grievance handling, and manager coaching—ensuring timely, fair, and compliant outcomes.

Requirements

We’re seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support our growth across Southeast Asia. Based in Singapore HQ and reporting to the CHRO, you will partner with business leaders across Singapore, Thailand, Philippines, and other SEA markets to deliver day-to-day HR Business Partnering and Employee Relations, enabling growth plans through credible advice, robust processes, and a seamless employee experience.

Process Excellence, Systems & Data Integrity

• Hands on experience with SAP SuccessFactors (employee data, workflows, reporting); comfortable with payroll processes and related administration.
• Expertise in managing ER cases: investigations, documentation, and fair process.
• Clear, concise communication skills; able to simplify complexity for different audiences.
• HR Business Partner experience across SEA markets (Singapore, Thailand, Philippines as a minimum).
• Strong prioritization and organizational skills to balance urgent cases and long-term initiatives.
• Strong interpersonal skills; empathetic and solution oriented.
• Credible knowledge of country labour laws, ER processes and HR best practices.
• Thai language ability is advantageous; other SEA languages a plus.
• Background from real estate, data centres, construction or engineering related industries (or comparable environment with field operations) would be advantageous.

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance