EA People Business Partner

Arup • Full Time • Hong Kong, HK • 7h ago

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach have set us apart for 80 years, guiding how we shape a better world

The Opportunity

The EA People Business Partner (BP) supports the delivery of the People Plan across EA by translating agreed business and people priorities into practical actions. The role works closely with EA leaders and the wider People team to coordinate workforce planning, capability development, cyclical people activities, and a positive member experience.

The BP provides practical people advice and support to EA leaders on performance, capability, organisation, and culture. They coordinate key activities, use available data and insight to inform recommendations, and work with APAC and COEs to ensure agreed outcomes are delivered consistently and in line with Arup’s values.

The role requires a people professional who can build effective relationships, manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgement, and take ownership for the timely and high-quality delivery of people activities across EA.

What Success Looks Like

Success is reflected in reliable delivery, effective support to EA leaders, and positive people outcomes across the geography:
EA leaders value the BP as a responsive and reliable source of practical people advice
Agreed people priorities are translated into clear actions that support EA business needs
Talent, performance, reward, and workforce activities are well coordinated and supported across EA
People matters are handled promptly and carefully, with appropriate escalation and specialist input where required
Data and feedback are used to identify themes and support improvements in capability, engagement, and member experience
Actions are followed through, with effective collaboration across EA, APAC and COEs.
Business Leadership Partnership
Build effective relationships with EA leaders and provide practical advice on performance, capability, organisation, and culture
Translate agreed EA priorities into clear people actions, milestones, and follow-up
Support workforce planning by coordinating data, identifying gaps and themes, and helping leaders progress agreed actions
Provide timely, evidence-based advice and escalate higher-risk or complex matters, supporting EA leaders to navigate trade-offs and make informed decisions
Support leaders to apply people processes and tools effectively, providing guidance and constructive feedback
Shaping People Decisions & Outcomes
Coordinate cyclical people processes across EA, including talent, performance, reward, and workforce planning, ensuring accurate and timely delivery
Prepare and coordinate key EA activities such as talent reviews, succession discussions, and performance outcomes
Support leaders with data, process guidance, and documentation for fair and consistent decisions on pay, progression, and performance
Apply global and APAC approaches and tools consistently, while reflecting relevant EA requirements
Integrating the People Plan
Connect relevant People processes and COEs’ input to provide coordinated support for EA
Use EA data and feedback to identify themes, risks, and areas requiring follow-up
Support a consistent and high-quality member experience across the employee lifecycle, with a focus on engagement, belonging, and wellbeing
Provide guidance on people matters and involve senior People colleagues or specialists for complex and sensitive cases
Monitor actions, maintain accurate information, and work with EA leaders and People colleagues to address identified themes and risks

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives and ideas.

You will have the opportunity do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve.

Is this role right for you?

Degree or above in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or related discipline
At least 10 years of relevant experience from sizable companies. Regional experience is preferred
Good understanding of Human Resources operations, strong analytical skills, and experience with HR metrics and reporting
Excellent analytical, project management, and problem-solving skills
Strong client servicing mindset and solution consulting orientation
Strong in negotiation, communications, interpersonal skills and influence; solutions-oriented problem-solving.
Proficiency in written and spoken English and Chinese

What We Offer You

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together.

Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognises the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Different people, shared values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

Our Application Process

To understand what to expect next, please visit https://www.arup.com/careers/recruitment-process/

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