HR & Admin Lead — People Ops, Payroll & Compliance

KP Asli Sdn Bhd; Simpang Ampat; On-site; MYR 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Casual dress code

Medical & Hospitalisation Leave

5 Working Days

Training Provided

EPF / SOCSO / PCB

Job summary

KP Asli Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced HR & Admin Assistant Manager to support the HR Manager across all HR operations and people management. The role involves payroll verification, policy development, recruitment for mid- to senior-level roles and managing foreign worker matters.

You will lead a small HR team, ensure compliance with Malaysian labour laws, and drive training initiatives and HR reporting. This position is on-site in Penang, Malaysia.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HRM, Business Admin or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years HR experience with supervisory/managerial responsibilities.
• Proficient in English, Bahasa Malaysia and Bahasa Cina.
• Solid knowledge of Malaysian Employment Act and statutory requirements.
• Strong leadership, planning, organisation and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily HR operations and ensure compliance with Malaysian Employment Act and labour laws.
• Develop and implement HR policies, initiatives and SOPs.
• Review monthly payroll and statutory contributions (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB).
• Supervise and develop junior HR team members.
• Handle employee relations, grievances and disciplinary matters.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment for mid- to senior-level positions and oversee onboarding.
• Manage employee benefits, medical claims and personnel insurance.
• Plan training programmes and oversee HRD Corp grant applications.
• Manage foreign worker matters and liaise with JTK, KDN, Immigration and relevant agencies.
• Prepare monthly HR reports and analytics.

Skills

Leadership

Communication skills

Planning & organisation

English

Bahasa Malaysia

Bahasa Cina

Education

Bachelor's Degree in HR Management or Business Administration

Job description

KP Asli Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced HR & Admin Assistant Manager to support the HR Manager across all HR operations and people management. The role involves payroll verification, policy development, recruitment for mid- to senior-level roles and managing foreign worker matters.

You will lead a small HR team, ensure compliance with Malaysian labour laws, and drive training initiatives and HR reporting. This position is on-site in Penang, Malaysia.