Assistant Manager - HR

Maersk; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent logistics company in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Compensation & Benefits Specialist to manage HR analytics and employee data processes. This role involves administering employee documentation, supporting the entire employee lifecycle, and ensuring compliance with company policies. Candidates should have 5+ years in a similar role, preferably in an MNC environment, with strong analytical skills and proficiency in Workday and Excel. The company values diversity and fosters an inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years in Compensation & Benefits specialization, preferably in MNC environments.
• Experience working with HRIS systems, with a strong focus on data accuracy.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end employee lifecycle, from onboarding to exit processes.
• Prepare employee-related documentation, including transfer and termination letters.
• Maintain accurate employee data in Workday, ensuring compliance and integrity.

Skills

Compensation & Benefits specialization

HR analytics

Data management

Analytical skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Tools

Workday

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Opportunity

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we are redefining the boundaries of possibility, continuously setting new standards for efficiency, sustainability, and excellence.

At Maersk, we believe in the power of diversity, collaboration, and continuous learning and we work hard to ensure that the people in our organisation reflect and understand the customers we exist to serve.

With over 100,000 employees across 130 countries, we work together to shape the future of global trade and logistics.

We Offer

This role supports the organisation by delivering structured, data-driven Compensation & Benefits and People Operations across the employee lifecycle. The position focuses on HR analytics, rewards administration, employee data management, and HR documentation, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the end-to-end employee lifecycle, from onboarding through to employee exit processes.
• Prepare and administer employee-related documentation, including transfer letters, salary adjustment letters, and termination letters.
• Administer annual salary review processes, allowances, and reward programmes in line with company policies and guidelines.
• Maintain accurate and up-to‑date employee data in Workday, ensuring data integrity and compliance at all times.
• Deliver HR analytics, workforce insights, and people cost reporting to support informed decision‑making.
• Support employee-related costing activities and contribute to workforce planning insights.
• Drive continuous improvement and automation of HR processes, enhancing efficiency, accuracy, and data quality.
• Apply established HR policies and procedures, escalating complex or non‑routine matters where appropriate.

What we are looking for

• Minimum 5+ years in Compensation & Benefits specialisation, preferably with experience in MNC environments
• Strong interest or experience in Compensation & Benefits operations, HR analytics, or people data management.
• Experience working with HRIS systems, preferably Workday, with a strong focus on data accuracy.
• Strong analytical and numerical skills, with attention to detail and data integrity.
• Ability to work independently while adhering to established policies and processes.
• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Maersk is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we embrace different styles of thinking. Maersk is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applicants without regard to race, colour, gender, sex, age, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy or parental leave, veteran status, gender identity, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
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