Senior Manager HRBP

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Manager, HR Business Partner to lead the HR function for a pharmaceutical manufacturing client of mine undergoing a major transition. This role is pivotal in supporting site leadership, driving HR transformation, and establishing robust people practices ensuring a smooth integration and long-term operational stability.

You will serve as the primary HR leader - balancing strategic influence with deep, hands‑on execution across all HR functions. This includes a strong focus on labour relations, union engagement, government liaison, workforce planning, and building a high‑performance culture within a regulated manufacturing environment. This is a rare opportunity to influence strategy while staying close to ground operations in a high‑growth, high‑impact sector.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Lead HR strategy for the Singapore manufacturing site and partner closely with the Site Leadership Team
• Champion HR transformation during a site transition, embedding strong processes and governance
• Oversee all on‑site HR operations - performance management, employee relations, talent, capability building, and workforce planning
• Manage labour relations and union engagement, including negotiations and post‑transition IR strategy
• Serve as the primary liaison with Singapore government agencies
• Drive culture, engagement, and organisational development initiatives across the site
• Lead and develop the on‑site HR team to ensure consistent, high-quality HR delivery.

Key Requirements

• 10 - 15 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in HR leadership within Singapore manufacturing sector
• Strong track record in industrial relations and union management
• Deep knowledge of Singapore employment law and statutory requirements
• Experience in pharmaceuticals, chemicals, or large‑scale manufacturing (highly preferred)
• Proven success leading HR during transition or transformation
• Strong stakeholder management, influencing, coaching, and communication skills
• A hands‑on leader with resilience, integrity, and operational agility

If you believe you fit the requirements for the role, please click APPLY NOW or you can email your CV to mohit.surana@ambition.com.sg

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