Senior HR Business Partner (Client Facing) - Penbrothers Openings
Job Title: Senior HR Business Partner (Client Facing)
Contract Type: FULL-TIME
Preamble

About Penbrothers

Penbrothers is an HR & remote talent management partner and one of the fastest growing companies in the Philippines. We provide talented Filipinos with global opportunities in high-growth startups and dynamic companies, from the comfort of their own homes.

About the Role

The Senior HR Business Partner is a strategic HR professional who collaborates closely with business leaders and key stakeholders to drive HR initiatives that enhance the overall employee experience. This role requires a strong understanding of HR functions, policies, and employee engagement strategies while ensuring compliance with labor laws and company guidelines.

The Senior HRBP plays a critical role in advising leadership, resolving HR challenges, and optimizing processes to create a high-performing and engaged workforce. With a deep knowledge of business needs and people strategy, they act as a trusted advisor, delivering value-added HR solutions that minimize risk, increase efficiency, and support continuous improvement.


Responsibilities

What you’ll do

  • Coaching and Consulting Leadership on HR Matters
    • Act as a strategic advisor and consultant to leadership, providing guidance on people management while empowering leaders to handle HR matters effectively.
    • Conduct weekly or bi-weekly meetings with business leaders to provide HR insights, advice, and support.
    • Stay up to date on employment laws, regulations, and legal requirements to ensure compliance across the organization.
    • Guide and coach managers on handling complex HR issues, including performance management, employee relations, and total rewards.
    • Provide strategic advice on organizational development, team effectiveness, change management, and employee engagement initiatives.
    • Collaborate with HR teams to communicate and educate business leaders on policies, procedures, and compliance.
  • Strategic Leadership and Planning
    • Partner with leadership to drive strategic workforce planning, ensuring the organization has the right size, skillset, and agility for future success.
    • Identify reskilling and upskilling needs, aligning training programs with business objectives in collaboration with the Learning & Development (L&D) team.
    • Develop and implement succession planning strategies to ensure a strong talent pipeline for critical roles.
  • Building a Competitive Organization
    • Conduct ongoing performance management guidance for line managers, including mentoring, career planning, and coaching.
    • Support line managers in addressing organizational, people, and change-related challenges.
    • Optimize organizational design to improve business productivity and performance.
    • Collaborate with HR teams to develop innovative and inclusive recruitment strategies to attract top talent.
    • Assist in designing and executing a future-proof compensation and benefits strategy.
    • Implement reward and recognition programs that enhance employee engagement and drive business results.
  • Championing Company Culture and Employee Experience
    • Provide recommendations for culture-building initiatives, including cultural transformation strategies.
    • Implement HR interventions focused on employee wellness, diversity and inclusion, and talent management.
    • Partner with leadership and employees to resolve conflicts, foster positive employee relations, and build a strong workplace culture.
    • Drive initiatives to improve morale, enhance employee satisfaction, and reduce unwanted turnover.
  • General Administrative Tasks
    • Prepare and maintain employee relations reports such as attrition reports, headcount reports, and other HR metrics.
    • Draft and manage case documents, including Notice to Explain, Progressive Counseling Forms, Performance Improvement Plans, and Notices of Decision.
    • Ensure the accuracy of HR data, including HRIS records, attrition data, and other key HR metrics.
    • Execute performance management tasks as required.
    • Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements and increased efficiency within the HR department.
    • Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor or manager.
Qualifications

What You Bring

  • Minimum 5 years of experience as an HR Business Partner (HRBP), with a proven track record in strategic HR management and business alignment.
  • Strong knowledge of Philippine labor laws, employment regulations, and compliance standards, with the ability to interpret and apply them effectively.
  • Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Psychology, Behavioral Science, or a related field. A master’s degree or HR certification is a plus.
  • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Google Workspace apps, with the ability to analyze HR data and generate reports.
  • Quick to adapt and learn HR systems, HRIS platforms, and other digital tools relevant to the role.
  • Strong time management, multitasking, and organizational skills, with the ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to effectively convey complex HR concepts, influence stakeholders, and deliver sensitive information with professionalism.
  • Ability to thrive in ambiguous and fast-paced environments, demonstrating flexibility, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach to challenges.
  • High level of professional maturity and discretion in handling confidential and sensitive employee matters.

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