Executive recruitment company Monroe Consulting Group is currently hiring for a Head of People on behalf of our reputed insurance industry client. Reporting to the Head of People Function, this role will be pivotal in driving the People Function, crafting a localized People Strategy in alignment with global standards and ensuring an exceptional employee experience across the entire employee lifecycle.
Job Responsibilities
People Leadership & Business PartneringLead the People Function at the company by establishing the team and providing strategic leadership and direction.
Act as the senior HR advisor to the business, addressing all People-related topics along the People Value Chain, including recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, engagement, compensation, performance management, promotions, well-being, and safety.
Build strong partnerships with executives and offer leadership coaching as needed.
Develop and implement the People Strategy for the company, ensuring alignment with regional and global standards and contributing to the company's business goals.
Collaborate with the Head of People Function to optimize the HR operating model for Malaysia, ensuring compliance with global processes and the delivery of high-quality HR services that meet business needs.
Leverage HR data to provide actionable insights that support business objectives.
Manage the provision of HR services from both internal and external vendors, including contract negotiations, service level agreements, and vendor relationship management.Talent Management, Rewards & PerformanceCollaborate with local and global Rewards & Performance/People Centers of Expertise to define the local talent and rewards strategy.
Lead the implementation of the company's talent management, performance management, and compensation adjustment processes in Malaysia.HR ProjectsSupport business transformation projects by leading People-related initiatives and ensuring effective deployment of local HR resources.
Contribute to regional and global HR projects and initiatives as needed.Employee EngagementPartner with the business to implement action plans following the Annual Employee Engagement Survey to foster high levels of employee engagement.Workforce PlanningCollaborate with managers to assess current and future talent needs, working with Strategic Workforce Planning to create and execute a workforce strategy aligned with business objectives.Job Requirements
Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant field.
8-10+ years of HR experience, with a strong focus on organizational transformation and leadership.
Proven experience advising C-suite executives, with the ability to influence at the highest levels through assertiveness and strategic insight.
Strong reputation as a trusted HR advisor who can shape organizational direction.
In-depth knowledge of Malaysian labor laws.
Strong business acumen and comprehensive understanding of the HR value chain.
Experience working in a multinational, matrixed environment with multiple reporting lines.
Leadership experience, with a proven ability to define and implement people strategy.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills in fast-paced, ambiguous environments.#J-18808-Ljbffr