People Business Partner - APAC

Do you want to make an impact close to both people and business in a complex, fast-moving logistics environment? This is an opportunity to take on a broad People Business Partner role across APAC Logistics, partnering with leaders across multiple markets and sites while helping shape practical, scalable People ways of working. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO 

As People Business Partner, you’ll play a key role in enabling business performance across APAC Logistics by delivering broad HR support and partnering closely with leaders across markets, functions and sites. You’ll help translate business needs into people priorities, ensuring that local legislation, policies and H&M Group’s harmonised HR processes are understood and applied in a practical, consistent way. 

In this role, you will: 

• Partner with Logistics leaders to implement people plans that align with the business strategy and drive performance across APAC 
• Provide broad HR support across the employee lifecycle, balancing operational delivery with longer-term people priorities 
• Use data, insights and business understanding to coach leaders, support decision-making and strengthen team effectiveness 
• Design, coordinate and facilitate learning and development initiatives based on business needs, data and insights 
• Ensure compliance with local labour law, internal policies and HR practices across different markets and operating contexts 
• Lead and support HR initiatives, employee engagement activities and follow-up actions that strengthen the employee experience 
• Secure accurate HR data, reporting and system processes in collaboration with local HR contacts and superusers 
• Drive clear and effective communication on HR topics, processes and change initiatives across stakeholder groups 
• Monitor operational HR performance, identifying risks, gaps and practical improvement opportunities 
• Act as an ambassador for H&M Group’s culture and values across APAC Logistics 

WHO YOU’LL WORK WITH 

You’ll work closely with Logistics function managers, DC managers, Trade & Transport stakeholders and leaders across APAC, as well as local HR communities and Global Logistics HR. This role connects with stakeholders across different layers, countries and work cultures, requiring strong partnership, cultural awareness and the ability to create alignment in a complex regional setup. 

WHO YOU ARE 

We are looking for people with… 

• A relevant university degree within human resources, behavioural science, business administration or a related field 
• Solid HRBP experience, ideally from a regional, multi-market or operational environment such as logistics, supply chain, retail operations or similar 
• Strong knowledge of HR core processes, including employee relations, performance management, talent, engagement, onboarding and offboarding 
• Good understanding of labour law, HR compliance and how to work effectively across different local contexts 
• Experience supporting leaders, driving people-related initiatives and facilitating learning or development activities 
• Strong HR data and system literacy, with the ability to translate insights into clear recommendations and actions 
• Strong communication, facilitation and stakeholder management skills across different levels, countries and cultures 

 
And people who are… 

• Self-starting and proactive, with the confidence to take ownership in a role where not everything is already defined 
• Collaborative and inclusive, with a strong focus on building trusted relationships across cultures and stakeholder groups 
• Confident in influencing, coaching and challenging stakeholders when needed 
• Structured and solution-oriented, with the ability to balance operational topics, strategic priorities and changing needs 
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity, spotting opportunities and turning ideas into practical actions 
• Passionate about people, culture, learning and continuous improvement 

WHO WE ARE 

H&M Group is a global company of strong fashion brands and ventures. Our goal is to prove that there is no compromise between exceptional design, affordable prices, and sustainable solutions. We want to liberate fashion for the many, and our customers are at the heart of every decision we make.  

We are made up of thousands of passionate and talented colleagues united by our shared culture and values. Together, we want to use our power, our scale, and our knowledge to push the fashion industry towards a more inclusive and sustainable future.  

WHY YOU’LL LOVE WORKING HERE 

At H&M Group, we are proud to be a vibrant and welcoming company. We offer attractive benefits and extensive development opportunities across a global organisation where you can grow, learn and make an impact.  

You’ll be part of a purpose-driven company where your contribution directly supports business success, people development and strong regional collaboration in a key operational area. 

JOIN US 

This is a fulltime permanent position, based at our Office in Shanghai, China.  Apply by sending in your CV in English as soon as possible. Applications will be reviewed continously. This role will be reporting to the APAC Regional Logistics HR Manager. 

Our uniqueness comes from a combination of many things – our inclusive and collaborative culture, our strong values, and opportunities for growth. But most of all, it’s our people who make us who we are.  

Take the next step in your career together with us. The journey starts here.  

We are committed to a recruitment process that is fair, equitable, and based on competency. We therefore kindly ask you to not attach a cover letter in your application.