Associate Director / Senior Manager, HR Business Partner, APAC

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Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

Purpose Statement

Support execution of Human Capital Strategy via the application of HR initiatives, tools and processes within client group(s). Partner with client group leaders to deliver human capital solutions aligned with department/function performance goals and business strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for providing HR guidance/support to client group(s) in most of the following areas: competency development, succession planning, talent management, talent acquisition, labor relations, employment law compliance, employee relations, employee engagement, change management and process improvement
• Coach and consult with management on issues affecting morale, performance, development and organization effectiveness, helping to determine root causes and recommending appropriate next steps
• Provide guidance and direction to client group(s) to ensure consistent, equal and fair treatment of all employees. Consult with managers to ensure the consistent application of and adherence to company policies and procedures
• Partner with HR Centers of Excellence, People Services, HR Service Delivery and other teams across the business to address and satisfy client group(s) requirements. Apply knowledge of key business drivers in making decisions related to human capital
• Present, train and/or facilitate workforce development programs. Support communication on and utilization of performance management tools & processes and compensation & rewards programs
• Introduce, lead and influence change management initiatives with client group leaders to address issues that will enhance overall performance and build the overall human capital capability of the organization
• Conduct and manage investigation of complaints and concerns that could result in legal ramifications; assess the severity, involve appropriate individuals and facilitate appropriate action based on policy and practice

Specific Responsibilities

Talent Acquisition

• Partner with Talent Acquisition COE on managing the headcount approval process, reviewing job descriptions, job levelling etc. and general oversight of the end-to-end recruitment process
• Where applicable, prepare employment contract and any follow through pre-employment preparation, e.g. preparing of announcement notification, etc.
• Onboarding for APAC HQ employees located in Singapore

Talent Management

• Partner with Talent Management COE in identifying talent and leadership gaps, develop and track execution of development plans, and retention, to build a sustainable talent base

Performance Management

• Lead the implementation of effective performance planning, management and feedback/communication processes

Organization design and development

• Lead the review of span and layers, work with line leaders on organizational structure to build required capabilities and lead implementation/change management
• Implement career paths and competency development work

Learning & Development

• Identify learning needs and work with L&D to deliver programs to close skills gaps; evaluate internal/external programs for specific functional needs

Employee Engagement

• Develop and implement programs to foster a strong culture of engagement from employees. Implement culture change initiatives to support the company’s culture and business goals. Develop strong relationships with key stakeholders and provide insights into the pulse of the organization

Employment Policies and Benefits Administration /Payroll/Mobility

• Ensure all employment and benefits policies are current and updated
• Administer APAC President’s Club and Functional Excellence Programs, including managing the awards nomination and selection process, obtaining feedback from stakeholders and implementing improvements
• Provide accurate and timely payroll processing for local and expatriate employees
• Administer Global and APAC Assignment Program and provide guidance to Country HR.

HR Information Systems / Policies

• APAC HQ employees - maintain accurate and up-to-date HR information on all HRIS and maintain up-to-date HR information in Personnel files (hardcopy or system)
• Audit database accuracy for all APAC countries
• APAC HR Portal – ensure HR policies and procedures for APAC HQ are current and accessible, monitor effectiveness and recommend improvements

Drive HR operational efficiency

• Continuously strive to improve HR operations to increase efficiency in terms of time, cost and quality
• Standardize and improve HR processes and the use of Technology
• Develop and monitor KPIs for operations
• Interact effectively with external vendors of HR related services, if required
• Maintains BSC ethical and compliance standards

Management Reporting and Analytics – APAC 

• Provide reports to local authorities, as required
• Generate accurate and timely attrition and HC reports on a regular basis
• Provide reports, data analysis, customized data/reports and analysis, and ad-hoc reports as requested

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Key Qualifications

• At least 15-20 years of related experience, with relevant tertiary qualification
• Demonstrated experience and capability in a business partnering role
• A business and customer focused HR professional with strategic experience in partnering with leaders across the business and geographies in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication, stakeholder engagement and influencing skills.  Ability to engage, build and maintain trusting relationships with business stakeholders at all levels
• Effective business partner with the ability to lead HR activities across all areas and proven ability to influence change
• Demonstrated experience in supporting the business to attract and develop talent, employee engagement, organizational design and organizational effectiveness, change management, talent management etc.
• Resilient, driven, independent and adaptable professional who can deliver high quality outcomes that are business impacting
• Experience working in a dynamic, changing environment within a HR team

Requisition ID: 595418

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!