Country Head HR (Senior HRBP SEA)

about the company
A vertically integrated global manufacturer and distributor specialising in high-volume essential personal care, and commercial paper solutions. Backed by strategic international raw-material partnerships, the enterprise leverages large-scale production assets and well-established brand networks to serve consumer and B2B markets across multiple continents.

about the job

• Strategic HR Leadership & Local Ownership, serve as the strategic HR partner for regional leadership and in-country lead for Malaysia, driving people priorities through business transformation.

• Cultural Alignment & Change Management, embed refreshed values, new ways of working, and seamless change management during a joint-venture integration.

• Talent Development & Leadership Coaching, lead succession planning and executive coaching to strengthen leadership capabilities, boost performance, and develop talent.

• Data-Driven People Solutions, collaborate with specialist HR functions to leverage workforce insights and deliver tailored employee experience, career, and total rewards programs.

• Governance & Employee Relations, manage ongoing employee relations while ensuring strict adherence to Malaysian labour laws and regulatory standards

• Bachelor's degree in HR or Business, minimum 8+ years of progressive HRBP experience within a multinational environment.

• Demonstrated success in executive coaching, organisational change, and aligning HR strategy with broader business goals.

• Functional Expertise & Governance, deep knowledge of culture transformation, employee experience, and local (Malaysian) employment law and HR practices.

• Data-Driven & Commercial Acumen, high analytical capability with a solution-focused approach, using data storytelling to solve complex business challenges.

• Self-starter with exceptional communication and stakeholder management skills, thriving in performance and care-driven cultures.