
HRBP - General (Insurance & Takaful)
- Kuala Lumpur
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Strategic HR Partnership: Collaborate with senior leadership and department heads to develop and implement HR strategies that support the objectives of the General Insurance and Takaful business lines.
- Employee Relations: Foster a positive work environment by addressing employee concerns, mediating conflicts, and ensuring fair and equitable treatment in accordance with company policies and Takaful ethical standards.
- Talent Acquisition: Oversee the recruitment process for both general insurance and Takaful teams, ensuring talent pipelines align with organizational needs.
- Performance Management: Design and manage performance appraisal systems tailored to the specific contexts of General Insurance and Takaful, focusing on continuous improvement and high performance.
- Learning and Development: Identify training needs, recommend, and organize programs to upskill employees in insurance products, Takaful principles, regulatory requirements, and leadership competencies.
- Compensation and Benefits: Partner with compensation specialists to ensure competitive, compliant, and equitable reward structures for all staff.
- Change Management: Guide teams through organizational change initiatives, mergers, or restructures, ensuring minimal disruption and maintaining engagement.
- Diversity and Inclusion: Champion diversity initiatives, promoting inclusive practices that respect cultural and religious sensitivities.
- Compliance and Governance: Ensure all HR practices adhere to local labor laws, insurance industry regulations, and Shariah principles where applicable. Maintain up-to-date documentation and audit readiness.
- HR Analytics and Reporting: Leverage data-driven insights to inform HR practices, monitor key metrics, and produce regular reports on workforce trends, turnover, and engagement for leadership.
- Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field. A Master's degree or professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM, CIPD) is an advantage.
- Experience: Minimum of 8-10 years in HR roles, with at least 7 years as an HR Business Partner or similar capacity. Prior experience in insurance, financial services, or Takaful is highly desirable.
- Industry Knowledge: Familiarity with general insurance products, Takaful models, and the regulatory landscape governing both.
- Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (and other relevant languages, as required), with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
- Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving abilities, with a knack for data analysis and the application of HR analytics in strategic decision-making.
- Interpersonal Skills: High emotional intelligence, diplomacy, and the ability to navigate complex interpersonal and organizational dynamics.
- Ethical Judgment: Commitment to ethical practices, confidentiality, and respect for cultural/religious sensitivities.
- Location(s): MY - Kuala Lumpur, MY - Remote Work
- Remote working:
- Schedule: Full Time
- Recruiter name: Taren Kaur
- Closing date: