HR People Partner - Data Team

About the Team

The Data Team at ByteDance is central to developing and enhancing the infrastructure platforms powering products globally. Utilizing ByteDance's advanced intelligent technologies, this team focuses on creating innovative solutions that impact both domestic and international markets. These technologies enable diverse teams to achieve strategic goals and fuel business expansion across ByteDance's broad product portfolio.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop an in-depth understanding of business functions, team dynamics, and organizational goals to provide tailored HR support aligned with operational needs.
• Act as a reliable intermediary connecting employees, leadership, and strategic HR Business Partners to facilitate clear communication and efficiently manage employee lifecycle events.
• Oversee the daily people operations activities such as managing employee relations, onboarding, probation reviews, internal and external transfers, contract and entity transition processes, as well as coordinating intern and vendor engagements and exit procedures for specified employee groups.
• Implement HR policies and procedures in partnership with HR Business Partners, promptly escalating high-risk or sensitive issues when necessary.
• Lead initiatives aimed at designing standard operating procedures, enhancing processes, and achieving operational excellence to increase efficiency, service quality, and employee satisfaction.
• Assist in developing operational metrics, dashboards, and conducting data analysis to detect trends, identify organizational challenges, and augment service efficiency.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure all people programs comply with legal, regulatory, tax, and employment standards in Singapore and Southeast Asia.
• Promote a positive workplace culture by supporting an effective working environment within associated teams.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience in Human Resources or similar roles.
• Exposure to employee relations, onboarding and probation management, mobility or transfer processes, offboarding, training operations, performance support, or culture-focused projects.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management capabilities across diverse functions.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to identify operational bottlenecks, streamline workflows, and convert insights into actionable improvements.
• Knowledge of Singapore’s employment legislation, labor regulations, and compliance obligations is essential.

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of employment regulations and HR practices within Southeast Asia.
• Experience working in fast-paced sectors like internet or technology companies.
• Skills in process improvement, SOP development, operational excellence, or optimizing workflows.
• Proficiency using data visualization tools or business intelligence software to monitor service and operational performance.

About ByteDance

Founded in 2012, ByteDance strives to inspire creativity and enhance lives through its extensive range of products, including TikTok, Lemon8, CapCut, and Pico among others. In addition, they serve platforms focused on the Chinese market like Toutiao, Douyin, and Xigua, facilitating easier and richer content connection and creation worldwide.

Why Join ByteDance?

ByteDance prioritizes inspiring authentic expression and connections through innovative products developed by diverse global teams. The company values curiosity, humility, and impactful contributions in a fast-growing environment and encourages a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Employees are passionate about creating meaningful breakthroughs communally in line with the company's mission.

Diversity & Inclusion

Committed to cultivating an inclusive workplace, ByteDance values the unique experiences and viewpoints of its employees. The company actively celebrates diversity and fosters a workplace environment reflective of the global communities it serves.