VP/SVP, HR Business Partner

GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor, we Work at the Point of Impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.

Human Resource & Organization Department

We drive GIC’s talent strategies, and shape the organisational culture to sustain GIC’s long-term performance.

What impact can you make in this role?

You will be part of a team that champions the people agenda for GIC.

What will you do as a VP/SVP, HR Business Partner?

You will be part of the HR Business Partners team, responsible for co-creating the talent initiatives alongside the leadership team of the department/s that you are partner to. You will act as a coach and consultant to senior managers on key talent practices to enable business performance goals. There is an art and science to this role. You are expected to be a proactive communicator and change agent, who can successfully balance employee needs with business objectives to create integrated solutions. You are also expected to contribute to policy formulation as thought partners, enabling HR policies and practices that will lead to higher employee engagement and desired business outcomes.

• Strategic and trusted advisor to senior leadership, aligning HR strategies with organizational goals and contributing to organizational development efforts.
• Lead people agenda and initiatives in partnership with Department Heads to drive workforce performance and meet future talent needs and business objectives. To be an advocate representing business needs to the wider HR community.
• Partner with policy/ program teams and line managers in talent acquisition, talent management, DEI, performance management, rewards and recognition, so as to enable business teams to build future-ready capabilities and a strong bench of talent.
• Work with the GIC School and line managers and encourage the growth and career development of staff through learning and development programs.
• Provide insights on employee engagement from the ground and other channels including workplace surveys, as part of wider culture building efforts.
• Provide guidance on employee relations issues and support line managers in conflict resolution and grievance management, in compliance with labor regulations and market best practices.

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?

• Results-oriented professional committed to delivering robust and proactive HR practices in a fast-paced environment.
• 10+ years of HR experience ideally gained in multinational companies with proven experience in partnering with senior leadership and influencing strategic decisions.
• Able to think strategically, analyse issues and recommend appropriate course of actions.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the temperament and skills to build relationships founded on solid trust and mutual respect and to be adept at influencing both business executives and broader HR team.
• Exercises good judgment and is resourceful, able to deal effectively with a variety of challenging situations.
• Self-starter and able to work independently while being a team player.

Work at the Point of Impact

We need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-term Investor. Join our ambitious, agile, and diverse teams - be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas, share your views, and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence, which guides us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact.

Flexibility at GIC

At GIC, our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection. At the same time, we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus, our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in-person collaboration, but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.

GIC is an equal opportunity employer

GIC is an equal opportunity employer, and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.

Please email grphrodtaops@gic.com.sg at any point of the application or interview process if adjustments need to be made due to a disability.

Learn More

Learn more about our Human Resource & Organization Department here: https://gic.careers/group/human-resource-organization/