HCM MANAGER

-; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global energy services company is seeking an HCM Manager in Kuala Lumpur to oversee HR systems and solutions. This role involves leading a team of HR technology professionals, developing the HR technology roadmap, and enhancing processes through automation. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and over 8 years of experience in leading technology teams. Join a community driven by innovation and core values.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience leading technology teams, preferably HR systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of HR technology professionals.
• Establish team objectives and monitor performance.
• Allocate resources to meet project deadlines.
• Collaborate with IT for system maintenance and enhancements.
• Develop and execute HR technology roadmap.
• Enhance HR processes through automation and technology.
• Champion change management initiatives.
• Ensure system integrity and data privacy.
• Enhance end-user experience through team support.
• Promote digital literacy among the workforce.

Skills

Leadership & Influence

Technical Acumen

Strategic Vision

Project Management

Analytical & Problem‑Solving

Communication

Adaptability

Ethics & Integrity

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Information Systems or equivalent

Job description

The HCM Manager is responsible for overseeing the planning, implementation, and ongoing support of HR systems and solutions across the organization. This individual leads a team of HR technology professionals – functional product owners and analysts – ensuring seamless sustainment and optimization of platforms that support talent acquisition, payroll, compensation, benefits, performance management, learning, and employee engagement.

Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop a team of HR technology professionals, fostering an environment of collaboration, accountability, and growth.
• Establish team objectives, monitor performance, and provide ongoing coaching and support.
• Allocate and oversee resources effectively to meet project deadlines and business priorities.
• Collaborate with partners in IT to deliver expected system maintenance and enhancements planning work distribution and sprint scope according to capacity of collective team.
• Develop, maintain and execute the HR technology roadmap in alignment with organizational goals and HR strategy.
• Identify opportunities to enhance HR processes through automation, system integration, and emerging technologies (e.g., AI, analytics, cloud-based platforms).
• Champion change management initiatives to facilitate adoption of new HR technology and foster a culture of innovation.
• Ensure system integrity, security, and data privacy in compliance with legal and regulatory requirements (GDPR, CCPA, etc.).
• Ensure a positive end‑user experience through responsive team support and continuous system improvement.
• Promote self‑service capabilities and digital literacy among the workforce.

Desired Skills & Competencies

• Leadership & Influence: Ability to inspire and guide a diverse team, resolve conflicts, and drive organizational change.
• Technical Acumen: Deep knowledge of HR systems architecture, integration, and emerging technologies.
• Strategic Vision: Capacity to anticipate future needs, innovate, and align technology initiatives with business priorities.
• Project Management: Skilled in planning, execution, and delivery of complex projects within scope, budget, and timeline.
• Analytical & Problem‑Solving: Aptitude for data analysis, troubleshooting, and creative solution development.
• Communication: Articulate ideas clearly to technical and non‑technical audiences, facilitate collaboration, and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Adaptability: Comfortable with ambiguity, shifting priorities, and evolving technology landscapes.
• Ethics & Integrity: Uphold confidentiality, respect diverse perspectives, and promote ethical use of technology.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Information Systems or equivalent
• 8+ years of experience leading technology teams, preferably HR systems

About Us

Weatherford is a leading global energy services company. Our world‑class experts partner with customers to optimize their resources and realize the full potential of their assets. Across our operating locations, including manufacturing, research and development, service, and training facilities, operators choose us for strategic solutions that add efficiency, flexibility, and responsibility to any energy operation.

When you join Weatherford, you instantly feel connected to something bigger – a community that is grounded by our core values and driven to create innovative solutions for our customers. We celebrate each other's successes, grow together, and learn from each other constantly. Individually, we are impressive. Together, we are unstoppable. We are One Weatherford.

Weatherford is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.