Assistant HR Manager, Industrial Relations

Dentsu Aegis Network; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Dentsu Aegis Network is seeking an Assistant HR Manager specializing in Industrial Relations in Kuala Lumpur. The role involves providing HR advice, managing employee relations, and ensuring compliance with Malaysian labor laws.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in a similar role and a postgraduate education. Proficiency in handling disciplinary issues and a collaborative approach are essential. The position is full-time and focused on sustaining a harmonious workplace environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a similar capacity with specialization in Industrial Relations matters.
• Sound knowledge of Malaysia Employment Act 1955 and Industrial Relations Act 1967.
• Experience conducting domestic inquiry sessions and report writing.

Responsibilities

• Provide advice and resolution to managers on employee issues and policy integration.
• Manage disciplinary issues and conduct domestic inquiries.
• Support resolution of employee relations issues through investigations.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Tactful communication

Multitasking

Analytical thinking

Education

Postgraduate education and HR professional accreditation

Job description

Assistant HR Manager, Industrial Relations

Full-time position.

Dentsu Aegis Network is a leading global communications network with a strong presence in the Asia Pacific. We provide integrated media, digital and creative services across 110 countries.

Role A human resource partner who builds and maintains a harmonious industrial relations climate through strategic collaboration with employees and management, specializing in Industrial Relations while supporting general HR operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide advice, counsel and resolution to managers on a broad range of employee issues, policy integration and interpretation, work conditions and employee development in compliance with the Labor Law.
• Manage disciplinary issues, recommending appropriate action and conducting domestic inquiries, drafting show cause letters and related disciplinary documentation.
• Support resolution of employee relations issues by conducting investigations, scheduling events, identifying witnesses, collecting information, selecting panel members and preparing exhibits.
• Identify and implement positive employee relations programs to promote an efficient and motivated workforce.
• Establish strong relationships with industry players, legal practitioners and relevant government and non-governmental agencies.
• Maintain awareness of changes to HR legislation and judicial precedents affecting Industrial Relations.
• Manage the hiring process from requisition and sourcing through interview and offer stages, supporting talent acquisition initiatives aligned with business needs.
• Ensure continuity of HR operations, including timely payroll function execution and accurate, up-to-date employee records in HRIS.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years in a similar capacity with specialization in Industrial Relations matters.
• Postgraduate education and HR professional accreditation.
• Sound knowledge of Malaysia Employment Act 1955 and Industrial Relations Act 1967.
• Experience conducting domestic inquiry sessions, report writing and, preferably, attending cases at the court level.
• Strong interpersonal skills, tactful communication, multitasking ability and analytical thinking beyond prima facie.
• Proactive, detail-oriented and collaborative approach.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.