HR Business Partner

Join to apply for the HR Business Partner role at Thales Location: Singapore, Singapore Thales is a global technology leader trusted by governments, institutions, and enterprises to tackle their most demanding challenges. From quantum applications and artificial intelligence to cybersecurity and 6G innovation, our solutions empower critical decisions rooted in human intelligence. Operating at the forefront of aerospace and space, cybersecurity and digital identity, we’re driven by a mission to build a future we can all trust. In Singapore, Thales has been a trusted partner since 1973, with 2,000 employees across three local sites, delivering solutions across aerospace (including air traffic management), defence and security, and digital identity and cybersecurity. We’re shaping the future by enabling customers to make pivotal decisions that safeguard communities and power progress. Missions and responsibilities : Organizational Analysis & Design Conduct workforce analytics and organizational health diagnostics to identify gaps and opportunities. Support organization design, restructuring, and workforce planning initiatives. Develop and deliver insights on span of control, layers, FTE optimization, and capability requirements. HR Business Partnership Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, providing counsel on talent, culture, and engagement. Partner with leadership teams to translate business strategies into HR priorities. Support change management efforts for reorganizations, mergers, or new operating models. Talent & Workforce Planning Collaborate with COEs (Talent Acquisition, Learning, Rewards) to align talent supply with business needs. Identify critical roles, successors, and capability gaps using data-driven insights. Support leadership development and succession planning processes. Data Analytics & Insights Leverage HR systems, dashboards, and analytics tools to create actionable workforce insights. Track key metrics such as turnover, engagement, diversity, productivity, and cost-to-hire. Present findings and recommendations to business leaders with clear narratives. Employee Experience & Culture Monitor organizational climate through surveys and pulse checks. Partner with managers to address engagement issues and improve team performance. Champion diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging initiatives. Build effective relationships with all levels of the organization, providing guidance and coaching on employee relations, performance, and development. Program management Work with Country HRBP to lead transversal HR programs. Job Requirements Good degree, preferably with a Graduate Diploma in Human Resources Management / organizational development. More than 10 years of HR business partner or organization development experience, preferably in a complex large organization or MNC. Excellent consultation skills, including the ability to work with several layers of management to discern challenges and opportunities and arrive at effective, responsive solutions. Ability to execute companywide initiatives with excellence in a fast-paced, global collaborative environment, commitment to innovation and continuous improvement. Strong knowledge of HR practices and demonstrated ability to provide HR solutions in a fast-paced and complex environment. Experience in workforce analytics, HR reporting, or organization design preferred. Professional certification (e.g., OD certification) is an advantage. Experience on company restructure; M&A; Carve Out; integration would be preferred. Project Management experience. Able to work under pressure, multi-task, and handle diverse issues. Desired Skills And Experience Coaching, Excellent Communication Skills, Talent Management, Leadership, Talent Acquisition, Change Management, Workforce Planning, Business Partnering, Succession Planning, Human Resources, Stakeholder Management, Employee Relations, Performance Management Key Skills & Competencies Strong analytical ability with experience in HR analytics or organizational research. Business acumen with ability to translate data into actionable strategies. Excellent facilitation, consulting, and influencing skills. Proficiency in HRIS, workforce analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Workday), and Excel. Understanding of organizational design principles and change management frameworks. At Thales, we’re committed to fostering a workplace where respect, trust, collaboration, and passion drive everything we do. Here, you’ll feel empowered to bring your best self, thrive in a supportive culture, and love the work you do. Join us, and be part of a team reimagining technology to create solutions that truly make a difference – for a safer, greener, and more inclusive world. Seniority level Not Applicable Employment type Full-time Job function Human Resources Industries Aviation and Aerospace Component Manufacturing and Defense and Space Manufacturing Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Thales by 2x HR Business Partner - TikTok Global Public Policy - Singapore Senior HR Business Partner, Global Revenue Assistant Manager, Strategic Human Resource Business Partnership Managing Director, Singapore Head of Human Resources Human Resources Business Partner (HRBP) – Credit & Insurance We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr