HR Business Partner at Smart Partners

Job Summary

• The HR Business Partner (HRBP) acts as a strategic partner to the business, aligning HR initiatives with organizational objectives.
• The role is responsible for providing HR expertise in areas such as employee relations, performance management, talent management, workforce planning, and organizational development while supporting leaders and employees to drive business success.

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with business leaders to develop and implement HR strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Provide guidance and support on employee relations, conflict resolution, and disciplinary issues in line with company policies and labor laws.
• Support workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development initiatives.
• Drive performance management processes, including goal setting, appraisals, and feedback systems.
• Work closely with managers to identify training needs and support learning & development interventions.
• Collaborate with recruitment officer to ensure timely hiring and onboarding of talent.
• Analyze HR metrics and provide insights to improve employee engagement, retention, and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with HR policies, procedures, and statutory requirements.
• Champion employee engagement, diversity & inclusion, and organizational culture initiatives.
• Act as a trusted advisor to managers and employees on HR-related matters.

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s degree or HR certification such as CIPM is an advantage).
• 6+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in an HRBP or similar advisory role.
• Strong knowledge of HR policies, labor laws, and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to influence, coach, and build strong relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Analytical mindset with ability to interpret HR data and provide actionable insights.
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Key Competencies:

• Business Acumen
• Problem-Solving & Decision Making
• Change Management
• Employee Advocacy
• Strategic Thinking
• Negotiation & Conflict Resolution.