HR Business Partner

Location: Singapore, Singapore

In fast changing markets, customers worldwide rely on Thales. Thales is a business where brilliant people from all over the world come together to share ideas and inspire each other. In aerospace, transportation, defence, security and space, our architects design innovative solutions that make our tomorrow's possible.

Thales established its presence in Singapore in 1973 to support the expansion of aerospace-related activities in the Asia-Pacific region. Throughout the last four decades, the company grew from strength to strength and is today involved in the primary businesses of Aerospace (including Air Traffic Management), Defence & Security, Ground Transportation and Digital Identity & Security. Thales today employs over 2,100 people in Singapore across all its business areas.

As an HR Business Partner for our diverse engineering teams in Singapore, you'll be at the forefront of our strategic initiatives, driving HR solutions that resonate with our business objectives. In this key role, you’ll craft and implement innovative HR strategies that not only support our operational goals but also nurture a vibrant workplace culture. Join us in making a significant impact as we empower our people and shape the future of our organization!

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Partnership

• Actively contribute to business strategy, delivery, and decisions, ensuring that HR issues and consequences are considered at the earliest possible point in decision-making.
• Coach and advise business leaders in shaping the leadership skills and competencies required for the business.

Stakeholder Management

• Build strong relationships with key stakeholders across the organization, facilitating open communication and collaboration to drive HR initiatives that meet both employee and business needs.

Employee Relations

• Provide advice and consultancy to line managers on people management topics, including performance management, disciplinary actions, and grievances.
• Focus on employee retention by listening to feedback and proposing effective retention strategies for the business.

Talent Management

• Workforce planning, including talent management and succession planning, while maintaining an account of employee skills.
• Actively involved in recruitment activities, selecting and interviewing candidates to find the right fit for the roles.

Change Management

• Support organizational change initiatives by implementing effective HR solutions and fostering team cohesion.

Ideal Candidate Prerequisites:

The ideal candidate will be a proactive and assertive HR professional, dedicated to driving results and fostering a collaborative environment. You should possess a strong customer-oriented mindset, with the ability to build meaningful relationships and influence stakeholders effectively.

• Experience: At least 7-10 years of relevant HR experience, demonstrating a solid track record in strategic HR roles.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or a related field; equivalent experience will also be considered.
• Skills:
• Hands-on approach to problem-solving and project execution.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to navigate complex situations with confidence and clarity.

If you’re a go-getter ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply!

At Thales we provide CAREERS and not only jobs. With Thales employing 80,000 employees in 68 countries, our mobility policy enables thousands of employees each year to develop their careers at home and abroad, in their existing areas of expertise or by branching out into new fields. Together we believe that embracing flexibility is a smarter way of working. Great journeys start here, apply now!