HR Business Partner (south Asia)

HR Business Partner (HRBP) – South Asia

The HR Business Partner (HRBP) – South Asia plays a strategic role in partnering with business leaders across the Company. In this role, you will align HR initiatives with business objectives, drive organizational effectiveness, enhance employee engagement, and advise on workforce planning and development. You will collaborate with senior leadership to shape people strategies and lead cross-functional HR projects.

Reporting to the VP – Regional HRBP & Office Management APAC, you will work closely with the APAC HR team, particularly the HRBP for North Asia, to ensure consistent, high-quality HR delivery aligned with regional strategies. Partnering with Group HR functions—including Talent Acquisition, Compensation & Benefits, and Projects—you will localize and implement global initiatives.

As the HRBP, you will guide, mentor, and challenge business leaders while serving as a consultant on people initiatives. You will contribute to the development and execution of HR strategies and initiatives that advance the company's vision and mission. Additionally, you will act as the Country HR Leader for South Asia, fostering company culture across business segments and ensuring HR policies and projects are consistently applied.

Your Responsibilities Include:

Collaborate with the APAC HR team and Centers of Excellence on a wide range of HR topics and projects, serving as the key HR contact for South Asia.

Lead and contribute to cross-functional HR initiatives that support the enterprise's strategic objectives.

Drive the delivery of the people strategy in a true business partner capacity, mentoring colleagues and sharing expertise.

Implement core HR initiatives related to culture, engagement, succession planning, talent development, HR processes, and training programs.

Analyze trends, survey data, and HR metrics to recommend improvements that enhance workplace effectiveness.

Partner with local management to diagnose business and people challenges and develop actionable solutions.

Support organization design, change management, and development initiatives aligned with business strategy.

Oversee talent management processes, including performance reviews, succession planning, leadership assessments, and internal mobility.

Identify high-potential talent and build strategic plans to support business growth.

Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, addressing concerns and driving problem resolution.

Provide guidance on compensation, benefits, and training, ensuring informed decision-making.

Manage complex employee relations issues, including investigations, ensuring fair, consistent, and legally compliant outcomes.

Lead labor relations efforts and advise managers on HR policies and employment laws.

Leverage reporting and data analysis to inform recommendations, mitigate risk, and support business decisions.

Participate in designing and implementing training and development programs, optimizing investments in learning initiatives.

Oversee annual performance evaluations, salary reviews, and bonus administration.

Promote adherence to HR policies, values, behaviors, and DEI initiatives.

Ensure alignment of HR practices across countries in South Asia, staying current on legislation, trends, and HR best practices.

Oversee smooth payroll processing with external providers and manage onboarding and offboarding processes.

Every Action Has an Impact. You Will Make a Difference Here If You Have:

High emotional intelligence and the ability to build talent capability.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills.

Expertise in consulting and business partnership, influencing decision-making at all levels.

Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, including facilitation and presentation.

Ability to inspire accountability, stay organized, and meet deadlines with attention to detail.

Strong interpersonal skills and ability to navigate complex, high-pressure situations calmly.

Data-driven mindset to gather, analyze, and apply information to influence business outcomes.

Project management proficiency, managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Solid business acumen and strategic perspective.

Key Competencies to Empower Your Journey:

8–10 years of HRBP experience supporting multiple locations and remote teams.

Proven expertise in talent management, workforce planning, change management, organizational development, and other strategic HR initiatives.

Experience in large corporate environments and matrix organizations.

Demonstrated ability to drive measurable business impact in fast-paced, complex environments.

Skilled in organizational design and development to create lasting change.

Deep understanding of employment laws and the legal implications of HR practices.

Keys to Success:

Commitment to delivering high-quality results, regardless of complexity.

Ability to build collaborative relationships internally and externally.

Strong diagnostic skills to identify challenges and recommend actionable solutions.

Resilience, positivity, and adaptability in overcoming obstacles.

Continuous curiosity and commitment to professional growth, seeking and acting on feedback.

Proactive mindset, always seeking innovative ways to improve processes and outcomes.

Together, We Go Further:

At Global Blue, we believe that great work happens when talented people come together in a supportive and inspiring environment. Here's what you can look forward to:

A role in a fast-growing, international company.

Opportunities for professional development and career growth.

A truly multi-cultural workplace, collaborating with colleagues from around the world.

Inspiring team members and a dynamic, forward-thinking culture.

A range of employee benefits, including: employee referral program, team-building activities & events, annual Christmas Party and more.

At Global Blue, we foster career growth through internal mobility, a multicultural environment, and an Agile Working Model that supports work-life balance and team spirit. Committed to sustainability, we prioritize positive impacts for employees, clients, and communities. Guided by our 5 Ways of Working, we focus on client satisfaction, collaboration, innovation, and value creation. As forward thinkers, we embrace open dialogue, continuous learning, and shared success to shape the future while delivering tangible results.

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