VP1, HR Business Partner

2 weeks ago

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia UOB Full time 80,000 - 120,000 per year

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values – Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities
  • Trusted Advisor: Build strong relationships with business leaders, providing expert guidance on all people-related matters and serving as the primary HR contact for assigned functions.
  • Strategic Partnering: Participate in business planning and strategy sessions, applying deep understanding of HR policies, analytics, and business dynamics to influence outcomes.
  • Workforce Management: Oversee manpower planning, productivity tracking, and recruitment, ensuring alignment with approved budgets and governance standards.
  • Performance & Rewards: Advise on performance and reward strategies, ensuring compensation is aligned with productivity and market benchmarks.
  • Talent Development: Collaborate with the Talent & Organization Development (TOD) team to identify and develop future talent, support succession planning, and drive leadership growth.
  • Change Management: Lead change initiatives related to organizational, policy, or personnel shifts, working closely with line managers and HR specialists.
  • Employee Engagement: Partner with leaders and employees to enhance engagement, promote well-being, and cultivate a values-driven culture.
  • HR Projects: Lead or contribute to cross-functional HR projects that support strategic priorities and operational excellence.
Role Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
  • Minimum 7 years of HR experience, with a strong track record in HR business partnering.
  • Proven ability to manage stakeholders and influence across all levels of the organization.
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with a collaborative and consultative approach.
  • Resourceful, resilient, and able to perform effectively under pressure.
  • Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with strong leadership capabilities.
  • Experience in banking or financial services is an advantage.

Additional Requirements

Be a Part of the UOB Family

UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.

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