Business Partner - Australia & SEAI

People Business Partner - Australia & SEAI

Location:

Sydney, NSW, Australia
Date Posted:
Jul 7, 2026
Category:
Human Resources

We are in search of a talented and strategic People Business Partner (PBP) to join our esteemed global People Business Partner organization, with a primary focus on the Australia and SEA (Singapore, Malaysia, Philippines) regions. This pivotal role presents a remarkable opportunity to drive substantial impact within our organization. The ideal PBP will excel both at hands‑on execution and strategic planning, striving to cultivate an exceptional experience for all Meltwater employees and leaders.

The primary objective will be to craft a People Strategy that prioritizes scalability, proactive advisory services, and seamless alignment with the business objectives specific to the ANZ & South East Asia region. Successful candidates should embody exceptional HR Business Partnering skills, characterized by strong interpersonal abilities, sharp business acumen, and an extensive understanding of diverse HR functions, including employee relations, employment law, organizational development, change management, training, talent management, manager coaching, and performance evaluation.

Previous exposure to benefits, compensation, staffing, and recruitment will be advantageous.

Success in this role hinges on quickly establishing credibility as a trusted partner capable of delivering exceptional HR services and forging strong alliances with the Management Team and employees. You will champion our company culture, embodying our values of moro, enere, respect, and mer.

• Collaborate with business leaders across ANZ & SEA to drive an effective people strategy and ensure the implementation of innovative HR solutions.
• Drive regional talent processes and frameworks on a local level, coach managers to improve their understanding and adoption of the talent frameworks, proactively identify improvement areas, and consult management on this front.
• Implement regional strategies and drive a range of people‑related local initiatives such as Wellness, DEI, CSR, Engagement, Hybrid Work, and related programs.
• Consult closely with Legal, Accounting, and other internal teams to uphold high standards of professional and ethical conduct throughout the company.
• Work as an active colleague and partner ensuring smooth handling of employee matters and projects as well as the rollout of new employee programs.
• Support employee relations matters by collaborating with managers to handle employee disputes, performance improvement plans, disciplinary actions, and terminations.
• Facilitate effective communication on all HR matters and coordinate the flow of information and feedback as appropriate.
• Represent Meltwater with professionalism and integrity, both internally and externally.

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in the field of HR.
• 3‑5 years of HR experience, preferably within high‑tech sectors, with a focus on ANZ and South East Asia region.
• Hands‑on experience with HRIS, preferably Workday.
• Genuine interest in Meltwater's business and the ability to effectively communicate its value proposition to various stakeholders.
• Passion for collaborating with sales organizations, and understanding sales language, compensation plans, techniques, and methodologies.
• Ability to navigate effectively in a global company, demonstrating agility in a fast‑moving environment, and building strong relationships with key stakeholders.
• Proven problem‑solving skills, with the ability to handle multiple tasks and thrive in a dynamic environment.
• Enthusiasm for being part of a dynamic global company and contributing to its success.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English; knowledge of Chinese and/or Japanese highly desirable; additional languages are a plus.
• Willingness to embrace a hybrid work schedule; this role requires office presence three days a week.
• The ability to legally work in the country of hire is required.

• Flexible paid time off options for enhanced work‑life balance.
• Employee assistance programs covering mental health, legal, financial, wellness, and behaviour areas.
• Complimenta…