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People Business Partner

People Business Partner

CegalMalaysia, Malaysia
3 hours ago
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Overview

People Business Partner

We are looking for a People Business Partner to shape and embed global HR processes locally, adding value and driving performance and strategy forward, to join our regional team in Kuala Lumpur.

In this key role, you will partner with business leaders to drive performance, implement global People Experience processes locally, and support the development of a high-performing and engaged workforce across the region.

You bring a strong blend of strategic thinking and operational execution, with the ability to manage complexity and build trusted relationships in a matrix organization. You’re proactive, independent, and driven to continuously improve how we work — and how we grow as a company.

Key Responsibilities

  • HR Leadership & Business Impact
  • Act as a trusted advisor and coach to regional leadership, providing guidance on organizational design and restructuring, leadership development, and change management.
  • Champion the Growth Dialogue process and support leaders in aligning employees to business strategy through meaningful goal setting and feedback.
  • Drive employee engagement efforts in collaboration with global teams and regional leaders.
  • Lead talent and succession planning processes, including bi-annual reviews and development plans.
  • Operational HR Support
  • Provide full life-cycle HR support in the region, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and employee relations.
  • Serve as the regional SAP super-user and ensure effective localization of global HR processes.
  • Support compensation and reward activities, including annual salary reviews and bonus planning.
  • Ensure compliance with all HR-related policies and legal requirements in the region.
  • People Development & Culture
  • Identify and address training and development needs across the region.
  • Promote and embed our company values and leadership expectations through everyday interactions and key people processes.
  • Co-lead initiatives that strengthen Cegal’s culture of accountability, inclusion, and performance.
  • Analytics & HR Process
  • Conduct HR reporting and data analysis to identify trends and support decision-making.
  • Lead or contribute to regional and global People Experience projects focused on process improvement and employee experience.

Who You Are

  • A proactive, independent HR professional with a strong delivery mindset
  • Skilled at balancing strategic thinking with operational detail
  • Comfortable navigating complexity and ambiguity in a global matrix environment
  • Analytical, data-driven, and action-oriented
  • A natural relationship-builder who collaborates effectively across functions and cultures
  • Committed to continuous improvement and building a great place to work
  • Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business, or a related field
  • Minimum 10 years of senior-level HR experience, ideally within international, matrixed organizations
  • Proven success as a People Business Partner or HR leader supporting regional or global teams
  • Strong knowledge of global HR practices, as well as local labor laws and regulations
  • Experience with SAP or similar HRIS systems
  • Fluent in English and Malay
  • Why Join Us?

    You’ll play a critical role in shaping the employee experience and people strategy in a fast-paced, international company with ambitious growth plans. Cegal offers a collaborative environment where your ideas and expertise will make a real impact — on both people and performance.

    Why us?

    Because at Cegal - You matter. As a Cegalian you will be seen, heard, and appreciated. You are part of an Inclusive working environment where you can be your true self, and bring all your skills, experience and personality into the workplace. We are problem solvers who don’t hide behind technical jargon and fancy buzzwords. Instead, we make the complicated easy to understand and turn complexity into digital success stories. We call that being Fuss Fighters.

    You will work with colleagues who are Super Skilled in their fields, and experience how our diversity encourages creativity, innovation and knowledge-sharing. We are passionate about technology and have a culture of learning from others, sharing knowledge and growing.

    A balanced approach to work and personal life makes us happier and more productive. At Cegal we are dedicated to creating a work culture that is flexible, accommodating, and inclusive of diverse needs. We prioritize employee well-being and support work-life balance. You give and receive – You matter.

    What’s in it for you?

    Working in Cegal offers great opportunities for professional development and social engagement :

  • Career paths - Advance your career with trainee programs, mentorship, growth dialogue.
  • Influence - Ideal company size - global impact, yet stand out and make a difference
  • Professional growth – Benefit from a training budget and dedicated time for learning and growth, while enjoying access to digital courses and our very own certification center.
  • Fun at work - 870+ employees, 20+ social clubs, including football, game nights, wine tasting, and company trips.
  • Technology - We are passionate about new tech. Test the latest technologies and implement them in real-world scenarios.
  • Work-life balance - Enjoy a supportive and flexible work environment that enables you thrive both professionally and personally.
  • Diversity - support diversity in the tech industry through our Diversity at Cegal initiative, Women at Cegal network or our platinum partnership with the Oda Network
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    Want to join our adventure? Send your CV and a motivational letter!

    Location : Kuala Lumpur

    This is a direct company recruitment. We will not accept applications or candidates via employment agencies. As a candidate you will need to have a valid working visa for Malaysia. Cegal does not sponsor visas. Finalist candidates will be asked to consent to a background check according to our security routines. We will ask all candidates to disclose potential ties to high-risk and sanctioned countries.

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