Assistant Manager, Human Resources

KLK LAND SDN BHD; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

KLK Land Sdn Bhd in Malaysia is seeking an Assistant Manager, Human Resources to oversee end-to-end monthly payroll, recruitment, HR systems administration, and compensation and benefits.

The role supports HR operational efficiency, compliance, and employer branding initiatives, with responsibilities across payroll processing, HRMS, recruitment, employee engagement and industrial relations.

Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and at least 6 years of HR experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin or equivalent.
• At least 6 years of HR experience with payroll and employee relations.
• Strong knowledge of payroll statutory contributions and payroll reconciliation.
• Experience with HRMS systems and data reporting.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Managing end-to-end monthly payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely processing.
• Administering and maintaining the HRMS, ensuring accurate records and timely updates.
• Supporting the implementation and improvement of HRMS processes and system enhancements.
• Managing and coordinating end-to-end recruitment process to fill vacancies.
• Administering compensation and benefits matters per policy.
• Preparing HR reports, payroll reports, and HR analytics.
• Coordinating employee engagement activities and welfare programmes.
• Handling industrial relations matters including grievances and counselling.
• Supporting employer branding initiatives to attract and retain talent.
• Monitoring HR processes for accuracy and efficiency.
• Assisting HR audits and compliance reviews.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR operations

Employee relations

Recruitment

Compensation & benefits

HRMS

Data reporting

Employee engagement

Industrial relations

Employer branding

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR or related field

Tools

HRMS

HRIS

Job description

Assistant Manager, Human Resources managing end-to-end monthly payroll processes, recruitment, HR systems administration, compensation and benefits, employee engagement, and industrial relations matters. This role supports HR operational efficiency, compliance, and employer branding initiatives.

Key responsibilities

Managing the end-to-end monthly payroll process, ensuring accurate and timely processing of monthly payroll, including attendance, overtime, allowances, deductions, statutory contributions and other payroll-related matters

Administering and maintaining the Human Resource Management System (HRMS), ensuring accurate employee records, data integrity and timely updates of employee information

Supporting the implementation and improvement of HRMS processes and system enhancements to improve HR operational efficiency and reporting

Managing and coordinating the end-to-end recruitment process, including manpower requisition, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, offer preparation and onboarding, to ensure timely filling of approved vacancies and critical positions

Administering compensation and benefits matters, including salary adjustments, allowances, benefits, claims and other employee-related entitlements in accordance with company policies

Preparing HR reports, monthly payroll reports, manpower data and other HR analytics to support workforce planning

Coordinating and implementing employee engagement activities, welfare programmes, staff events and initiatives to promote employee engagement and a positive workplace culture and to align company core values

Handling and supporting industrial relations matters, including employee grievances, disciplinary cases, counselling, domestic inquiries and other employee relations issues in accordance with company policies and applicable legislation

Supporting and driving employer branding initiatives to strengthen KLK Land's image as an employer of choice, including employee engagement campaigns, internal communications, career events, social media content and other initiatives to attract and retain talent

Monitoring HR operational processes and identifying opportunities for improvement to enhance accuracy, efficiency and service delivery

Supporting HR audits, statutory requirements and compliance reviews relating to payroll, employee records, benefits and employment practices

About you

Minimum of a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or equivalent

At least 6 years of relevant HR experience, with strong hands-on experience in payroll, HR operations and employee relations

Strong knowledge and experience in end-to-end payroll processing, including statutory contributions, overtime, allowances, deductions and payroll reconciliation

Good knowledge of compensation and benefits, HR policies, employment practices and relevant labour laws

Experience in handling industrial relations matters, including employee grievances, disciplinary processes, counselling and workplace investigations

Proficient in HRMS and HR systems with the ability to manage HR data, generate reports and support system enhancements

Strong communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work effectively with internal employees and stakeholders at all levels

High level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential employee and payroll information

KLK Land Sdn Bhd is a subsidiary of Kuala Lumpur Kepong Berhad, a diversified multinational corporation listed in Bursa Malaysia, with interests in Plantations, Oleochemicals and Property Development. In the last decade, KLK Land has established a niche for building quality townships. Among its best known showpieces are Desa Coalfields and Bandar Seri Coalfields located in Sungai Buloh and provides residents all the elements of a contemporary urban sanctuary close to the city. KLK has large tracts of plantation landbank located in Selangor and Johor already earmarked for development.