Junior People Business Partner

Junior People Business Partner

Intrepid Asia · Mandaluyong City, Philippines (Hybrid) · — · Posted 2026-08-04

Workplace: hybrid

Department: People

Description

Who we are

Intrepid Asia is a leading Ecommerce and Digital Solutions Provider in South East Asia. We offer end-to-end omni-channel ecommerce management, Livestreaming, Video production & Affiliate Management for Social Commerce plus full funnel Digital Marketing Services and advanced Market Intelligence, all powered by state of the art inhouse Technology to our client base of leading international brands across all key marketplaces and social platforms in all 6 SEA countries. Brands love our regional presence, our excellent data-driven and growth-focused services which are enabled by the strongest team in the industry, and our advanced marketing and tech capabilities. 

We are growing rapidly and as the exclusive partner of Flywheel in SEA,  we offer many exciting opportunities to work with leading brands across multiple categories and key industry players. By joining us, you will work on the cutting edge of digital and social commerce in SEA, and experience what it takes to drive a successful ecommerce business end-to-end.

The team you will be part of

Our Talent & People Team is the heartbeat of our organization - championing a culture where people thrive and potential is unlocked. From attracting top talent and shaping employee experiences to driving development, engagement, and retention, the team plays a strategic role in building and maintaining a high-performing, empowered workforce. We are here to grow with the business and for the people behind it.

The part you will play

Reporting to the Senior Regional HR Manager, the HR Business Partner will be a key player who supports business growth and builds a unique and strong people-oriented culture in our Manila office. As an advocate of our group’s HR initiatives, you will enjoy the benefits and satisfaction of supporting a wide range of functional teams through their growth and drive their evolution as the business scales up. You will champion Intrepid’s corporate culture in your business partnering practices and delivery of HR initiatives through our people managers in a timely, accurate, and compliant manner.

As a Junior People Business Partner, you will take charge of 

• Build trustful and credible working relationships with the business stakeholders through regular catch-ups, timely interactions, and proactive participation in on-going people and business discussions to deliver impact against priorities that will benefit both the business and employees
• Provides direction and coaching on HR programs, policies and processes, including and not limited to performance management, compensation, talent retention, learning and development, and career development roadmap
• Respond to employee relations issues, such as employee complaints, harassment allegations, and civil rights complaints
• Create and drive change management and thoughtful learning programs to further enhance organisational health
• Manage succession planning by administering accurate talent evaluation information through talent management.
• Foster a company culture of open, transparent communications, and high standards of behaviour and ethical conduct throughout the organization.
• Facilitate setup of Employee Engagement activities, including but not limited to Company and Country Townhalls, games nights, AMAs etc
• Manage staffing plans and manpower deployment in assigned business unit Handle onboarding, offboarding and transfer administration for all people movements (e.g. new hires, promotions, transfers, re-designation, resignations/terminations etc
• Support new joiners’ onboarding and offboarding process, including collating staff movement announcements, planning and executing teams orientation and other engagement programs such as office welcome tour, interns community program
• Generate and analyse HR reports to improve efficiency and effectiveness of people decisions

Requirements

What we are looking for - the ideal profile

• University graduate in Human Resources, with exposure to and demonstrated competence in all functional areas, and ideally some experience in high-growth companies and/or transformation projects
• Demonstrated ability both to engage with stakeholders on strategic conversations, and to coach new managers on HR topics, especially in hybrid set-up
• Strong service mentality and able to effectively and quickly build relationships and establish trust, respect, competence, and confidence
• Solutions-focused, able to sort through information and develop concise and clear solutions quickly
• Familiar with the local employment regulations and HR practices in the Philippines.
• Detail oriented with a logical and methodological approach to problem solving
• Comfortable to work in fast-paced environment with high degree of autonomy
• Excellent written & verbal communication skills in English
• Open to fresh graduates eager to grow within a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

In return, you will be getting

• Tackling the sophisticated people's challenges in the rapidly evolving e-commerce landscape with data insights and innovative solutions.    
• You will be joining an all-star People Team that consistently raises the bar by combining the systems and processes of a small multinational with the collaborative, innovative, and agile spirit of a startup in an ever-evolving world.
• With our team’s rapid growth and the People Team launching new initiatives to enhance both employee experience and performance, you willl benefit from a wide range of opportunities for development. Our structured learning programs covering both functional skills and broader growth are designed to support you at every stage of your journey
• Our supportive culture and close collaboration between regional and local teams create a close-knit work environment which many in our team love and thrive in

We also offer

Best of Both Worlds

We are a scale up: the sophistication of a small multinational, with the agility of a start-up. This means you get to work on cutting-edge projects, and besides your 'standard' job description, we love to see you show entrepreneurial initiative and want to see your take on how you can take your role and our company to the next level. Good ideas get implemented. You are the master of your own destiny.

Culture that Brings Out the Best

At Intrepid, culture is not just a buzzword, it is what we practice at work every day. We believe in collaboration over competition, transparency over politics, and willingness to learn over ego. You will be part of a team where people genuinely support one another, celebrate wins together, and face challenges head-on as one. We put our all into the work but we balance it with fun, whether that is through team lunches, after-work hangouts, events or shared laughter in the office. This is a place where you can thrive professionally while having a great time.

Grow Without Limits

Learning at Intrepid is constant and dynamic. You will have access to formal training through face-to-face sessions, coaching and our very own Intrepid Academy. On top of that, real-world experience such as leading clients, working with advanced tech, and mastering best-in-class processes will accelerate your growth every step of the way. Surrounded by a talented team that raises the bar daily, in a rapidly growing and ever-expanding business, the opportunities for your development are endless.

Rewarding You Right

We believe great work deserves great rewards at Intrepid. That’s why we offer competitive compensation and generous benefits, including comprehensive insurance and ample leave, to support you both in and out of the workplace. We want you to feel valued, cared for, and empowered to bring your best self to work every day.

Note: We will not be accepting any unsolicited resumes or CVs from headhunting or recruitment agencies at this point. Any CVs or profiles shared with us will not be entertained, and in the event of dispute, Intrepid will not be liable for any material compensation to third parties 

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