Define your future at HL Bank Singapore

The incumbent is required to:

• Act as the intermediary person between Business and Human Resource, who implements and manages end-to-end human resource strategies and initiatives besides day-to-day activities
• Plan and execute recruitment activities including placing job advertisements, resume screening, candidates shortlisting and interviewing to support manpower needs in line with the Bank and business objectives
• Respond effectively to fast changing market environment and the Bank’s demands for people with innovative recruitment programs
• Guide line Managers in identifying successor/talent selection process and manage career development methodologies

Responsibilities:

1) Involvement in Business Planning

The HRBP is expected to understand the function and business direction:

• Contribute to business strategy by supporting the business line in identifying, prioritizing and building people capabilities, structure and improve processes.

2) Workforce Management (include manpower management and recruitment)

The HRBP is responsible for the governance of manpower set out by the approved budget and provide theapproved justifications for exceptions when required.

• Guide line managers in forecasting and planning their talent pipeline requirement in line with the function / business strategy. Highlight and where appropriate recommend solutions to address any resulting issues.
• Establish the line’s manpower issues and needs and make timely recommendation to address the issues.
• Advise the line on headcount management within the allocated budget.
• Perform Hiring, Transfer and Exits activities.
• Establish the sourcing strategies for cost effectiveness of the hiring process and be accountable for vacancy fulfilment.
• Conduct joint interview with the line where possible in ensuring the right candidate for the right position.
• Assist line in defining the position requirements and core competency requirements and performance management of the position.

3) Talent & Staff Development Management

The HRBP will be required to have the first-hand knowledge of who are the talents within their function and partner with the Head of HRBP / Head of Talent Management for driving management of talent development with the Head of Department.

• Guide the line manager in successor/talent selection process, if any.
• Guide the line managers and staff on managing career development methodologies.

4) Change Management

The HRBP is responsible for identifying issues and work with the line managers and Centre of Expertise whether anticipatory or antecedent that require change management interventions resulting from organizational / unit, policy, people changes, etc.

• Provide guidance to line manager in understanding the need for change, identify the change requirements and to support continuous improvement.
• Undertake ad-hoc functional or cross functional change management projects, where assigned.
• Support change initiatives that affect the business and advice on people management aspect.
• Support culture and team buildings for the functions/areas.

5) Learning & Development

• HRBP to source for relevant training courses / program for Registered Representative (RNF holder) &, Non-registered representative to ensure completion of the yearly CPD / KRA hours requirement.
• Responsible for new staff orientation

6) General Administration and General Services

• Assist with any general administration functions, as required or when assigned by the head of Department

Requirements:

• Degree or above
• At least 7 – 10 years’ relevant experience in Human Resources
• A hands-on and self-motivated individual who works well independently and as a team
• Strong communication skills, able to articulate to all business levels and build strong rapport with internal clients
• HRIS (Human Resource Information System) in Workday preferred

About HL Bank Singapore
HL Bank Singapore is the Singapore branch of Hong Leong Bank, a premier regional financial services leader headquartered in Malaysia with a rich heritage of over 120 years. Listed on Bursa Malaysia and a key member of the extensive Hong Leong Group, we operate a robust network of approximately 250 branches across Malaysia, with a strategic regional presence in Singapore, Hong Kong, Vietnam, Cambodia, and China.

As a Full Bank in Singapore, we serve as a vital hub for the Group’s regional ambitions. A cornerstone of this strategy is our sophisticated "advisory-first" wealth proposition through HLB Private Bank and HLB Priority. By combining our deep Asian market roots with a landmark strategic alliance with Swiss private bank Lombard Odier, we provide world-class wealth architecture and bespoke solutions for our clients.

Beyond our wealth focus, we deliver excellence through four core business pillars: Business & Corporate Banking, Personal Financial Services, Private Wealth Management, and Global Markets. This "Integrated Approach" allows our talent to collaborate seamlessly across segments, ensuring we effectively meet the multifaceted needs of high-net-worth individuals, business founders, and corporate enterprises alike.

At HL Bank Singapore, our people are central to our success, and as a recognized Human Capital Partner (HCP) by TAFEP, we are committed to progressive workplace practices and your professional development. We seek digitally inclined, customer-centric performers who thrive in a technology-focused environment, where we empower our teams with AI-enhanced tools and next-generation platforms to lead the industry. As part of a large, diversified conglomerate, we offer unrivaled opportunities to explore new grounds and build a challenging career path within a rapidly expanding regional landscape. Join us to be part of a proven value-creation story and shape the future of your own story at HL Bank Singapore.