HR Business Partner at Igloo

Kuala Lumpur, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Jul, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Apr, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

HR Business Partnering, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, HR Operations, Payroll Processing, Statutory Compliance, Labor Law, HRIS, ATS, People Analytics, Performance Management, Employer Branding, Stakeholder Management, Process Automation, Budgeting

Industry

Insurance

Description

About Igloo Igloo (formerly Axinan) is the first full-stack insurtech firm to emerge from Singapore. With offices across Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand, the Philippines, Vietnam, Malaysia, China and India, Igloo is fueled by a mission of making insurance accessible and affordable for all. Igloo's innovation solutions empower companies to eliminate operational risk, drive new revenue streams and optimise and enhance their existing products and services. With a successful Pre-Series C fund round of US$36 million in Dec 2023, Igloo has now raised over US$100 million. The leading regional insurtech firm looks to expand regionally with strategic acquisitions and hiring great talent. As a passionate team building meaningful solutions to make an impact, we are looking for like-minded individuals to join us at Igloo. At our core, we prioritise teamwork and foster a culture built on strong collaboration and we are looking for talented people like you. About the role We are looking for a dynamic HRBP to support Malaysia team and regions. This role is a unique blend of regional talent acquisition, employee relations, and HR Operations. You will be the backbone of our regional people operations, ensuring that our systems run smoothly and our employees are supported across borders. Key Responsibilities Regional Recruitment: Drive end-to-end hiring strategies for Singapore, Malaysia, and India. Employee Relations: Serve as the trusted advisor for managers and employees in Malaysia, ensuring local labor law compliance. Payroll and compliance: Conduct meticulous final reviews of payroll processing for regional entities. Ensure statutory compliance and timely filings across all jurisdictions. Liaise with finance teams to ensure budget accuracy and reporting. Ensure data integrity across all platforms and generate regional people analytics/reports. Build a strong employer brand within Igloo markets. Act as the primary contact point for employee grievances, performance management, and labor law inquiries across the regions. Develop and implement HR initiatives that foster a positive company culture and high employee retention. Experience: 3+ years in an HR Generalist or HRBP role, preferably with regional exposure to Southeast Asia and India. Systems Proficiency: Proven experience managing HRIS and ATS platforms (e.g., Hibob, Workable, or Greenhouse). Technical Literacy: Strong understanding of payroll cycles and statutory requirements in Malaysia and India. Communication: Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to influence stakeholders across different cultures and time zones. Problem Solver: A "tech-forward" mindset with a knack for improving manual processes through system automation.

Responsibilities

The HR Business Partner will manage regional recruitment, employee relations, and HR operations across Singapore, Malaysia, and India. They are responsible for ensuring statutory compliance, payroll accuracy, and fostering a positive company culture through effective people initiatives.