Head of HR & People Strategy

PERSOL Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Head of Human Resources to lead the full HR function and align people strategies with organizational objectives. This role oversees payroll, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, employee relations, and compliance to ensure a motivated, compliant workforce.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership, strong communication, and a track record of building a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HRM, business administration, or related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Minimum 10 years progressive HR experience, with at least 5 in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the full HR function aligning people strategies with business goals.
• Oversee payroll, compensation and benefits administration.
• Drive talent acquisition and employee lifecycle management.
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian labour laws and company policies.
• Foster employee engagement and performance development.
• Monitor HR metrics and analytics for strategic decisions.
• Develop and manage HR budgets and resource planning.
• Support leadership with governance and risk management.

Skills

Payroll administration

Compensation & benefits

Talent management

Employment laws

Communication

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Analytical abilities

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HRM/BA or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

HRIS systems

Payroll software

Microsoft Office

Job description

PERSOL Malaysia in Kuala Lumpur seeks a Head of Human Resources to lead the full HR function and align people strategies with organizational objectives. This role oversees payroll, compensation, benefits, talent acquisition, employee relations, and compliance to ensure a motivated, compliant workforce.

The ideal candidate brings 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including leadership, strong communication, and a track record of building a high-performance culture.