Generalist, People & Culture

Konecranes; Klang City; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An international manufacturing firm is seeking a People and Culture Generalist in Klang City, Malaysia, to oversee end-to-end HR operations. This includes managing recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, employee administration, and training initiatives. Ideal candidates will have at least 5 years of HR experience in a multinational environment, a strong understanding of Malaysian labor laws, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills. This role offers a dynamic work environment where your HR expertise can thrive.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of HR experience in a multinational corporation.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian labor laws and HR best practices.
• Hands-on experience in recruitment, onboarding, offboarding, and HR administration.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle including screening and selection.
• Coordinate exit processes and ensure compliance with policies.
• Maintain employee records and prepare HR reports.
• Identify training needs and support performance management.
• Plan and implement employee engagement initiatives.
• Ensure HR processes comply with Malaysian labor laws.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Proactive mindset

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

HRIS

MS Office

Job description

People and Culture Generalist

The People and Culture Generalist will manage end-to-end HR operations in Malaysia, focusing on talent acquisition, onboarding and offboarding, employee administration, training and development, and engagement initiatives. This role requires a proactive HR professional with at least 5 years of experience in a multinational corporation (MNC), capable of driving HR best practices while supporting business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Onboarding

• Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including job posting, screening, interviewing, selection, and offer management.
• Develop and maintain relationships with recruitment agencies and other talent sources.
• Facilitate onboarding programs for new hires, ensuring smooth integration into the company culture and compliance with HR policies.

2. Offboarding

• Coordinate exit processes, including clearance, exit interviews, and knowledge transfer.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and statutory requirements during offboarding.

3. HR Administration

• Maintain accurate employee records and HRIS systems.
• Prepare HR reports and metrics for management review.
• Support payroll processing, leave management, and other HR administrative tasks.

4. Training & Development

• Identify training needs and coordinate internal or external learning programs.
• Support performance management processes and employee development plans.

5. Employee Engagement & Culture

• Plan and implement employee engagement initiatives to promote a positive work environment.
• Support internal communication and HR campaigns that reinforce company values and culture.

6. Compliance & Policies

• Ensure HR processes comply with Malaysian labor laws and company policies.
• Assist in the development, communication, and enforcement of HR policies.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of HR experience in a multinational corporation, preferably in manufacturing or engineering sectors.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian labor laws and HR best practices.
• Hands‑on experience in recruitment, onboarding/offboarding, HR administration, training, and engagement.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS and MS Office applications.
• Proactive, detail‑oriented, and solutions‑focused.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities.