Assistant Manager HR Business Partnering

About the role

The Assistant Manager, Human Resources serves as the primary HR partner for DKSH Brunei, leading end‑to‑end HR operations that empower employees, managers, and business leaders to perform at their best.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the trusted HR partner for employees and managers in Brunei, providing timely guidance on people‑related matters.
• Partner with Malaysia HR Centers of Excellence to ensure consistent delivery of HR services and implementation of Group policies.
• Oversee end‑to‑end employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, promotions, transfers and off‑boarding.
• Lead local recruitment activities in collaboration with the Malaysia Talent Acquisition team.
• Drive performance management processes such as probation confirmation and performance review cycles.
• Manage employee relations matters and escalate complex cases to the Malaysia HR Business Partner.
• Ensure full compliance with the Brunei Employment Order and advise on statutory requirements.
• Maintain relationships with government agencies, labour departments and immigration authorities.
• Handle foreign employee work‑pass applications, renewals and labour quota administration.
• Analyse HR data, prepare reports and support workforce planning.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of HR Generalist experience covering recruitment, employee relations and HR operations.
• Experience partnering with business leaders on HR matters, preferably in a regional or matrix environment.
• Strong knowledge of HR principles, employment legislation and the Brunei Employment Order.
• Ability to interpret and provide practical guidance on local HR practices and statutory requirements.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to build trusted relationships at all levels.
• Excellent organizational and problem‑solving abilities to manage multiple priorities.
• Professional handling of confidential information with discretion.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications and HR systems.