HR Manager GBS Penang

At Swarovski, where innovation meets inspiration, our people desire to explore, experience, and create. We are looking for a HR Manager GBS Penang where you will get a chance to work in a rewarding role within a diverse team that is pushing boundaries. Be part of a truly iconic global brand, learn and grow with us. We're bold and inventive, revealing astonishing things like no one else can. A world of wonder awaits you.

In this role your responsibilities may include but are not limited to the following:

1. Responsible for all HR related matters (HR Partnering, HR Development, Compensation & Benefits, Payroll) in an efficient and effective way for entire GBS Penang (150FTE).
2. Executes HR processes according to guidelines within the location in conjunction with relevant HR Operations teams in Global Business Services.
3. Implements global people strategy on a local level and executes and maintains local people policies.
4. Drives continuous improvement agenda leveraging on best practices across borders as part of a virtual team.
5. Ensure adherence to national labor laws, regulations, and agreements, while fostering positive relationships with authorities regarding work permits for foreign employees.
6. Design and support in arranging the development trainings for employees as per organizational needs.
7. Manage HR budget for GBS Penang center.

1. Acts as trusted partner, the point of contact, advises line managers on HR related topics and acts as an ambassador for the People strategy, interacting effectively with the business always seeking solutions and inputting ideas.
2. Coaches and guides Line Managers, in the location in the provision of credible and commercial solutions for people related organizational matters.
3. Drives the local implementation of the Equality, Diversity & inclusion journey, wellbeing activities and other topics from the HR strategy.

1. Responsible for the management of all employee relations for the location, in a trusted and authentic manner.
2. Acts as gatekeeper and decision maker for critical cases of the case management system and drives consistency and risk management for the organization.
3. Ensure legal compliance and Business de-risking in conjunction with GBS Centers teams.

1. Drives/supports the performance of the Service Level Agreements with external partners, secures the integration of new processes, programs, tools services and guarantees compliance with local legislation and labor law.
2. Ensures the delivery of People processes in the organization are constantly improved and consolidated.
3. Ensures HR activities of the Employee Life Cycle are aligned with business objectives, legal framework and in line with the regional and global HR strategy.

We are looking for a unique and amazing talent, who brings along the following:

1. Demonstrated experience of 5+ years in a similar role within an international setting.
2. Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
3. International HR experience (legislation and exposure) and experience within a Shared Service Centre or a Global Business Services environment is a preference.
4. Excellent interpersonal skills.
5. Demonstrate commercial acumen and judgement with experience of working within a demanding, competitive, commercial environment.
6. Accomplished HR practitioner with significant track record operating across the HR spectrum demonstrating a sound knowledge of leading HR principles, practices and the application in meeting business requirements.
7. Strong collaborator.
8. Fluency in English in speaking and writing, any additional language skills are beneficial.

You Can Expect a Range Of Benefits, Including:

1. Swarovski products discounts
2. Employee Assistance Program
3. Volunteering leave
4. Learning and development programs

Masters of Light Since 1895
Swarovski creates beautiful crystal-based products of impeccable quality and craftsmanship that bring joy and celebrate individuality.

Founded in 1895 in Austria, the company designs, manufactures and sells the world's finest crystal, gemstones, Swarovski Created Diamonds and zirconia, jewelry, and accessories, as well as crystal objects and home accessories. Swarovski Crystal Business has a global reach with approximately 2,400 stores and 6,700 points of sales in around 140 countries and employs more than 18,000 people. Together with its sister companies Swarovski Optik (optical devices) and Tyrolit (abrasives), Swarovski Crystal Business forms the Swarovski Group. A responsible relationship with people and the planet is part of Swarovski's heritage. Today this legacy is rooted in sustainability measures across the value chain, with an emphasis on circular innovation, championing diversity, inclusion and self-expression, and in the philanthropic work of the Swarovski Foundation, which supports charitable organizations bringing positive environmental and social impact.

Swarovski is an equal opportunity employer. We give our people the guts to celebrate individuality and pride ourselves on creating a workplace where people feel involved, respected, valued, connected, and heard. A place where anyone/everyone belongs. All aspects of employment including the decision to hire, promote, discipline, or discharge, will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under the law of the countries we operate in.