Expression of Interest: People Generalist

CBRE Asia Pacific; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

CBRE Asia Pacific, based in Kuala Lumpur, seeks a People Generalist to partner with managers and employees on employee relations, performance management, and policy guidance. This role covers the full employee lifecycle and requires strong collaboration with the business to ensure compliant, consistent people practices.

The role emphasizes investigating workplace matters, advising on performance improvements, and driving engagement initiatives within a dynamic, matrixed environment in Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business Admin, Psychology, or related field.
• 3–6 years in HR Generalist/Employee Relations roles.
• Experience handling employee relations matters and investigations.
• Good understanding of employment legislation and HR practices.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• HR professional certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary HR contact for employee relations matters.
• Manage employee relations cases, investigations, grievances, and performance issues.
• Advise managers on performance management, coaching, and PIPs.
• Interpret and apply HR policies and employment laws.
• Support onboarding, transfers, promotions, and offboarding.
• Analyze people metrics to support decision-making.
• Support engagement, retention, culture-building initiatives.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and other People teams.
• Maintain accurate HR documentation and records.
• Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Skills

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Conflict Resolution

Employment Law & HR Compliance

Stakeholder Management

Employee Engagement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology, or related discipline

Job description

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Job ID\

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298738\

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Posted\

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30-Sep-2026\

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Service line\

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Corporate Segment\

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Role type\

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Full-time\

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Areas of Interest\

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People/Human Resources\

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Location(s)\

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Kuala Lumpur - Wilayah Persekutuan Kuala Lumpur - Malaysia\

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EOI: Expression Of Interest (Generating Talent Pipeline for future hiring, only shortlisted applicant will be notified)\

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Location:\

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• CBRE KL BSO, Bangsar South\
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About The Role\

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The People Generalist serves as a trusted advisor to managers and employees, with a strong focus on employee relations, performance management, and workplace issue resolution. This role partners closely with the business to foster positive employee experience, ensure the consistent application of HR policies and employment practices, and support people’s initiatives across the employee lifecycle.\

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What You'll Do\

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• Act as the primary HR contact for employee relations matters, providing guidance and support to managers and employees.\
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• Manage employee relations cases, including workplace investigations, grievances, misconduct, disciplinary actions, conflict resolution, and performance-related concerns.\
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• Advise managers on performance management matters, including coaching, documentation, performance improvement plans (PIPs), and employee lifecycle decisions.\
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• Interpret and apply HR policies, employment legislation, and company procedures to ensure fair, consistent, and compliant people practices.\
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• Support employee lifecycle activities, including onboarding, transfers, promotions, organizational changes, and offboarding.\
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• Analyze employee relations trends and people metrics to identify risks, recommend solutions, and support business decision-making.\
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• Support employee engagement, retention, recognition, and culture-building initiatives to enhance the overall employee experience.\
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• Partner with Talent Acquisition and other People team functions to support workforce planning and talent objectives.\
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• Maintain accurate HR documentation and records, ensuring compliance with internal policies and applicable employment laws.\
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• Participate in HR projects and continuous improvement initiatives that enhance people processes, efficiencies, and service delivery.\
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• Build strong stakeholder relationships and serve as a trusted advisor to managers and employees.\
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• Model behaviors consistent with CBRE's RISE values and contribute to an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performing culture.\
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Core Competencies\

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• Employee Relations & Workplace Investigations\
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• Performance Management\
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• Conflict Resolution\
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• Employment Law & HR Compliance\
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• Stakeholder Management\
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• Employee Engagement\
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What You'll Need\

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• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related discipline.\
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• Minimum 3 to 6 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in a Human Resources Generalist, Employee Relations, or employee-facing HR advisory role.\
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• Demonstrated experience managing employee relations matters, workplace investigations, and performance management processes.\
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• Good understanding of employment legislation and HR best practices.\
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• Strong stakeholder management, communication, consultation, and problem-solving skills.\
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• Ability to analyze people data and provide practical recommendations to support business outcomes.\
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• Experience working in a matrixed, dynamic, or fast-paced environment is preferred.\
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• Professional HR certification (e.g., CIPD, SHRM, PHRi, MIHRM) is an added advantage.\
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Why CBRE\

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When you join CBRE, you become part of the global leader in commercial real estate services and investment that helps businesses and people thrive. We are dynamic problem solvers and forward-thinking professionals who create significant impact. Our collaborative culture is built on our shared values — respect, integrity, service and excellence — and we value the diverse perspectives, backgrounds and skillsets of our people. At CBRE, you have the opportunity to chart your own course and realize your potential. We welcome all applicants.\

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Applicant AI Use Disclosure\

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We value human interaction to understand each candidate's unique experience, skills and aspirations. We do not use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to make hiring decisions, and we ask that candidates disclose any use of AI in the application and interview process.\

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About CBRE Group, Inc.\

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CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE: CBRE), a Fortune 500 and S&P 500 company headquartered in Dallas, is the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm and a premier provider of critical infrastructure services. The company has more than 155,000 employees serving clients in more than 100 countries. CBRE serves clients through four business segments: Advisory (leasing, sales, debt origination, mortgage servicing, valuations); Building Operations & Experience (facilities management, property management, flex space & experience, critical infrastructure); Project Management (program management, project management, cost consulting); Real Estate Investments (investment management, development). Please visit our website at www.cbre.com .\

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