Assistant Manager, Human Resources

KLK Land; Selangor; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

KLK Land in Malaysia is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager, Human Resources to manage end-to-end payroll, recruitment, HRMS administration, compensation and benefits, employee engagement, and industrial relations. The role supports compliance, operational efficiency, and employer branding initiatives.

The candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in HR or related field and at least 6 years of hands-on HR experience, including payroll and employee relations, with strong communication and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field.
• 6+ years of relevant HR experience.
• Hands-on payroll, HR operations and employee relations experience.
• Knowledge of labour laws and compensation & benefits.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end monthly payroll processing ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Administer and maintain the HRMS with data integrity.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Handle compensation, benefits, allowances and payroll deductions per policy.
• Prepare HR and payroll reports & analytics for workforce planning.
• Coordinate employee engagement activities and employer branding initiatives.
• Address industrial relations matters including grievances and investigations.
• Support HR audits, compliance, and reporting requirements.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR operations

Employee relations

Data reporting

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRMS

Payroll system

Job description

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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