HR Business Partner, Group Retail

HR Business Partner, Group Retail 

The Human Resources function balances organisational aspirations and employee needs, as we accelerate and strengthen people capabilities to enable sustainable business growth at UOB. Our team of Human Resources specialists are guided by four employee commitments: do what is right, build meaningful careers, make a real difference and lead by positive example. 

Job Responsibilities 

· You will be a HR Business Partner to Group Retail business in driving and executing the people agenda through appropriate advice and delivery of best-practice service to internal clients. 

· Your key responsibilities will include proactive relationship management and providing HR advisory and support in all aspects of the business, including partnering Talent Acquisition for recruitment, performance management, talent management, compensation, training, organisational development and manpower planning. 

· You are also responsible for management of employee relations issues (either directly or in conjunction with the employee relations team) such as disciplinary, grievances, employee litigation, redundancy and terminations. In addition to implementing people management strategies, you are also responsible for ensuring that firm policies and procedures are implemented across the business area. 

· You will partner with group and country HR teams as well as other HR specialist teams on providing comprehensive and cohesive HR services to help the business meet its goals. 

Job Requirements 

· The ideal candidate has tertiary qualification and possesses at least 12 to 15 years of HR experience in large companies or in the banking industry, with experience in Group Retail environment a definite advantage. 

· A hands-on team member who works well independently and as a team, you are able to articulate to all business levels and build strong rapport with internal clients. 

· Strong analytical abilities and excellent stakeholder management skills, coupled with a good knowledge of the local labour law and HR practices and procedures is essential. 

· It is critical that you are an effective communicator, with a drive for excellence and a principled and energetic approach to partnering the business in HR related matters.