Senior Lead, People Partner

ASM
South Korea > Hwaseong, South Korea
On-site

Who this role is best for

Strong fit for HR professionals with global experience who can build relationships and drive change in a high-tech semiconductor environment.

Best fit for

  • HR professionals with global experience in high-tech semiconductor environments
    — “Experience in the semiconductor, high-tech, engineering, manufacturing, or related industry is preferred.”
  • Individuals who can navigate complex organizational change and employee relations challenges
    — “Demonstrated experience managing complex employee relations matters and organizational change initiatives.”
  • Candidates with a history of advising leaders and fostering high-performance cultures
    — “Build strong relationships with leaders and employees, serving as a trusted advisor on people-related matters.”

Things to consider

  • Geographic focus is on South Korea, requiring local presence or adaptability
    — “report to the Country People Head, Korea.”
  • Fluency in English is a mandatory requirement for this role
    — “Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.”

How to stand out

  • Highlight experience in aligning people strategies with business outcomes
    — “Strong business acumen with the ability to connect people strategies to business outcomes.”
  • Showcase leadership in driving organizational transformation and change initiatives
    — “Support leaders in driving organizational change and transformation initiatives.”
  • Emphasize data-driven decision-making and actionable insights in your resume
    — “Utilize people insights and data to identify trends, provide recommendations, and support informed decision-making.”
  • Demonstrate your ability to partner effectively across multiple levels of an organization
    — “Proven track record of influencing and partnering effectively with stakeholders at different levels of the organization.”
  • Demonstrate experience in fostering inclusive and collaborative workplace cultures
    — “Inclusive and collaborative mindset.”
Pace · SteadyCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Company

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What success looks like

  • developing and implementing people strategies
  • providing guidance and coaching on talent management
  • facilitating talent reviews and succession planning
  • supporting organizational change initiatives
Typical background
10+ years of experience in a People Partner, HR Business Partner, or similar strategic people role

Skills & requirements

Required

People PartnershipTalent ManagementWorkforce PlanningEmployee EngagementPerformance ManagementOrganizational Effectiveness

Preferred

Semiconductor IndustryGlobal OrganizationEmployee RelationsOrganizational Change

Stack & domain

People StrategiesTalent ManagementWorkforce PlanningEmployee EngagementPerformance ManagementOrganizational EffectivenessEmployee RelationsPeople InsightsData AnalysisProject ManagementPrioritizationHRBusinessPsychologyTrusted AdvisorInfluencingPartneringAccountabilityInclusionCollaborationContinuous ImprovementSemiconductorHigh-techEngineeringManufacturing

About the role

Original posting from ASM

Step into a career with ASM, where cutting edge technology meets collaborative culture. ​

For over 55 years ASM has been ahead of what’s next, at the forefront of innovation and what’s technologically possible. With more than 4,500 ASMers representing 70 nationalities, our people and our advanced semiconductor devices are playing a crucial role in trends such as 5G, cloud computing, AI, and autonomous driving.  But we’re more than just a tech company. We value diversity, inclusion and sustainability as we strive to make a positive impact on the world.  Our development programs help support your growth, shaping your future and pushing the boundaries of innovation to unleash potential.  

As a People Partner at ASM, you will be part of the Global People Team and report to the Country People Head, Korea.

In this role, you will partner closely with business leaders and managers to align people strategies with business objectives, strengthen organizational effectiveness, and foster a high-performance culture. You will act as a trusted advisor to leaders and employees, providing guidance on a broad range of people-related topics while supporting business growth and transformation.

This role requires a balance of strategic thinking and hands-on execution in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities

Partner with business leaders and managers to develop and implement people strategies that support business priorities and organizational goals.

Provide guidance and coaching on talent management, workforce planning, employee engagement, performance management, and organizational effectiveness.

Build strong relationships with leaders and employees, serving as a trusted advisor on people-related matters.

Support leaders in driving organizational change and transformation initiatives.

Facilitate talent reviews, succession planning, and leadership development discussions to build future organizational capability.

Partner with managers to foster a culture of accountability, inclusion, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Support employee relations matters, ensuring fair, consistent, and compliant people practices.

Utilize people insights and data to identify trends, provide recommendations, and support informed decision-making.

Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and other People team colleagues to deliver seamless people solutions and employee experiences.

Champion ASM's culture, values, and leadership expectations across the organization.

Ensure compliance with local employment legislation and company policies.

Requirements / Experience

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology, or a related field.

10+ years of experience in a People Partner, HR Business Partner, or similar strategic people role.

Experience supporting leaders in a fast-paced, global, and matrixed organization.

Experience in the semiconductor, high-tech, engineering, manufacturing, or related industry is preferred.

Strong business acumen with the ability to connect people strategies to business outcomes.

Proven track record of influencing and partnering effectively with stakeholders at different levels of the organization.

Demonstrated experience managing complex employee relations matters and organizational change initiatives.

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights.

Excellent project management and prioritization skills.

Fluent English communication skills, both written and verbal.

Personal Skills

Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.

Trusted advisor with strong influencing and coaching capabilities.

Inclusive and collaborative mindset.

Pragmatic, solution-oriented, and results-driven approach.

Strong organizational awareness and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to work effectively in a multicultural and dynamic environment.

Self-starter with high levels of ownership and accountability.

Clear and concise communicator with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Apply today to be part of what’s next.

We make the tech that enables the chips in devices which improve lives around the world. We do this with an eye to the future, pushing the boundaries of what’s possible through cutting-edge innovation, and driving the next wave of technological breakthroughs that shape how we live, work, and connect.

To learn more about ASM, find us at asm.com and on LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, X and YouTube.

ASM is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, nationality, social or ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify or expression, marital status, pregnancy, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Source: ASM careers

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