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HR Manager

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About the Role

Human Resources at Cognizant is more than 4,000 talented people globally, engaging, inspiring, and enabling our 350,000 associates to engineer modern businesses to improve everyday life. We are a trusted partner to our full business, bringing our expertise and insights to shape winning talent strategies

The HRBP - Manager role sits within Malaysia team, as a senior partner to business leaders, and the role is responsible for strategic enablement and support operational matters i.e. provide proactive day to day employee facing HR resource support to specific business practices in line with the HR strategy and business objectives.

The role is KL based and you must be willing to travel to client sites in KL from time to time.

Job Responsibilities

  • Strategic Alignment: Collaborate with business leaders to translate business goals into actionable people strategies and initiatives.

  • Support the HR Leader for a defined set of Business Units at both strategic and operational level in a fast-moving dynamic organisation.

  • Act as lead HR support to client groups of technology and business process professionals based at Client site while coordinating with the offshore HR team

  • Facilitating, coordinating, and driving HR-processes on ground based on global processes and local requirements, including cooperating with other HRBPs, colleagues in Centers of Excellence, such a Recruitment, Academy and Compensation & Benefits

  • Build effective relationships within the business, providing leaders with professional and proactive support.

  • Advise managers and associates on statutory compliance and HR best practice e.g. disciplinary, grievance, maternity etc.

  • Data-Driven Insights: Analyse HR metrics to provide actionable insights for decision-making ie identify trends and make recommendations on improvements to processes and practices.

  • Contribute to the delivery of HR implementation plans with a special focus on employee engagement

  • Actively support HR related projects e.g. induction, performance management, talent management.

  • Collaborating with an offshore administration teams to ensure a robust and smooth HR administration service is delivered to associate.

  • Actively support BU related projects and implementation from a people perspective

Job Requirements

  • Degree in HR or related discipline or equivalent.

  • Demonstrable experience of HR business partnering within a matrix organization on wide range of HR topics, providing expert advice to managers and employees preferably in a business process consultancy environment.

  • In-depth knowledge of Malaysian employment law.

  • Strong communication skills (verbal and written).

  • Mature and empathetic approach to managing people and information

Desired competencies/behaviors

  • Curious: Future focused, inquisitive and open minded; seeks out evolving and innovative ways to add value to the organization.

  • Personal credibility: Builds and delivers professionalism through combining commercial and HR expertise adding value to the organization and engaging stakeholders and peers. Is resilient and has an ability to find solutions to complex problems.

  • Collaborative: Works effectively and inclusively with a range of people, both within and outside the organization.

  • Skilled influencer: Demonstrates the ability to analyze and understand data and information quickly. Use information, insights and knowledge in a structured way to identify options, make recommendations and make robust, defendable decisions.

  • Driven to deliver: Demonstrates determination, resourcefulness and purpose to deliver the best results for the organization. Has a desire to develop and progress within the HR profession.

  • Flexible outlook: Able to deal with uncertainty and to manage a variety of different stakeholders happy to occasionally work flexibly in order to best support business objectives.


What we offer

  • The chance to work with impact. Here, you’re empowered to bring your biggest thinking to help our company and clients improve everyday life.
  • Ownership over your career. Stay at the top of your game through our award-winning learning and development ecosystem. And when your ambitions change or we offer new opportunities, we help you pivot by providing reskilling, on-the-job learning and guidance to find new roles that might be a better fit.
  • The opportunity to thrive on a high caliber team with heart. We celebrate each other’s experiences and perspectives and promote a sense of belonging through our affinity groups and diversity and inclusion initiatives.
  • A comprehensive total rewards package, including a competitive salary and a pension plan with matching contributions.
  • Flexible health and financial benefits to support you and your eligible dependents—from day one.
  • True work-life balance. Be at your best through paid time off, flexible work arrangements, volunteering opportunities, social events, and so much more.  

About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.

Other employment-related information
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, provincial or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.

Language requirements vary depending on roles, but we ask that all candidates have basic English proficiency for company-wide communications purposes. For roles based in Quebec, professional English proficiency is required, as you’ll deliver services to and collaborate with stakeholders outside the province who may not speak French.

Your path to Cognizant

Wondering what to expect after you apply? Here’s a peek at our recruitment process—and keep in mind that not all candidates advance through every step and the process may vary depending on your role and location.

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Step 1: Application

Find an open role that aligns with your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Consider joining our Talent Community if you don’t find the right opportunity.

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Step 2: Recruiter call

If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short introductory call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills align with the role.

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Step 3: Interview(s)

If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll meet with one of our hiring managers. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

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Step 4: Final decision

Our hiring team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This process may take some time because we want to get it right—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

Our teams achieve incredible things when they feel fully supported. That’s why our benefits program is built around the diverse needs of our people—so they can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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Financial wellbeing

Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation is competitive and reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, discount programs, etc.

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Physical and mental wellbeing

Physical and mental wellbeing

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

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Your career, your way

Your career, your way

With 90% of our associates building skills through GenAI training, job shadowing, industry certifications and more, you have everything you need to build a full career.

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Real-world impact

Real-world impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

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