Who We Are

Applied Materials is a global leader in materials engineering solutions used to produce virtually every new chip and advanced display in the world. We design, build and service cutting-edge equipment that helps our customers manufacture display and semiconductor chips – the brains of devices we use every day. As the foundation of the global electronics industry, Applied enables the exciting technologies that literally connect our world – like AI and IoT. If you want to push the boundaries of materials science and engineering to create next generation technology, join us to deliver material innovation that changes the world.

What We Offer

Location:

Bundang,KOR

You’ll benefit from a supportive work culture that encourages you to learn, develop, and grow your career as you take on challenges and drive innovative solutions for our customers. We empower our team to push the boundaries of what is possible—while learning every day in a supportive leading global company. Visit our Careers website to learn more.

At Applied Materials, we care about the health and wellbeing of our employees. We’re committed to providing programs and support that encourage personal and professional growth and care for you at work, at home, or wherever you may go. Learn more about our benefits.

We are seeking a dynamic HR Business Partner to join our organization in one of the most advanced and fast-growing industries — the semiconductor industry
As a strategic partner to the business, this role goes beyond traditional HR responsibilities. You will work closely with leadership to drive business growth, proactively initiate impactful HR projects, diagnose organizational challenges, and deliver effective, data-driven solutions.
We are looking for someone who is not afraid to challenge the status quo — a forward-thinking HR professional who continuously explores new approaches, improves existing processes, and collaborates with stakeholders to build a stronger, more agile organization together.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively shape HR BU/Function strategies and priorities to align to BU strategy and changing needs to help shape the appropriate culture.
• Diagnose and provide appropriate interventions to optimize business performance to execute against strategy goals generally at the BU/Function leadership level. Balance enterprise-wide and business unit specific needs with local requirements.
• Conduct organizational & talent assessments; develop talent strategy and pipeline to staff and build workforce capability. (e.g., selection, assessment, development, succession)
• Design and implement change management, communication and engagement strategies within the BU/Function.
• Actively partner, coach & develop executive leadership and management. (e.g., coaching, counseling, career development, disciplinary actions, performance management).
• Effectively leverage and partner with COE & HR Ops in the delivery of initiatives to deliver the HR strategy for BU/Function. Balance enterprise-wide and business unit specific needs with local requirements.
• Leverage tools and systems e.g.; Workforce Dashboard, Workday to perform analytics in support of business strategy
• Partner with core team and regional HR on projects, programs, processes and initiatives to integrate the acquisition with the BU/Function.
• Participate in at least one HR initiatives annually at segment, enterprise and/or region levels.

Key Requirements

• Minimum 10+ years of relevant HR experience, preferably in fast-paced or technology-driven industries
• Fluency in both Korean and English (written and verbal)
• Proven ability to partner with business leaders and drive organizational impact
• Strong problem-solving skills with experience in diagnosing issues and implementing effective HR solutions
• Experience in initiating and leading HR projects aligned with business priorities

Functional Knowledge

• Regarded as the technical expert in their particular field
• Demonstrates in-depth and/or breadth of expertise in own discipline and broad knowledge of other disciplines within the function

Business Expertise

• Anticipates business and regulatory issues; recommends product, process or service improvements

Leadership

• Leads projects with notable risk and complexity; develops the strategy for project execution

Problem Solving

• Solves unique and complex problems with broad impact on the business; requires conceptual and innovative thinking to develop solutions

Impact

• Impacts the direction and resource allocation for program, project or services; works within general functional policies and industry guidelines

Interpersonal Skills

• Communicates complex ideas, anticipates potential objections and persuades others, often at senior levels, to adopt a different point of view

Additional Information Time Type:

Full time

Employee Type:

Assignee / Regular

Travel:

Yes, 20% of the Time

Relocation Eligible:

No

Applied Materials is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law.