HR Assistant Manager - Industrial Relations

Genting Malaysia Berhad; Kampung Chamang; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading hospitality and entertainment company is seeking an HR Assistant Manager specializing in Industrial Relations. This role involves formulating HR policies, managing employee grievances, and ensuring compliance with the Employment Act. The ideal candidate will have at least 4 years of experience in HR and strong knowledge of Malaysian labor laws, with excellent communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia. Knowledge of Mandarin is an advantage. This position is based in Malaysia, Pahang.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in Industrial Relations or HR Generalist roles.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian Employment Act and related laws.
• Ability to independently manage Industrial Relations matters.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and review IR policies to promote industrial harmony.
• Lead and motivate a diverse team in managing grievances.
• Ensure compliance with Employment Act during disciplinary actions.
• Conduct Industrial Relations related training.
• Serve as Company representative in Industrial/Labour Court.

Skills

Leadership qualities

Negotiation skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication in English

Communication in Bahasa Malaysia

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Law or related fields

Job description

HR Assistant Manager - Industrial Relations

Formulate and review IR policies and guidelines to promote industrial harmony.

Lead, guide, develop, coach and motivate a diverse team in managing any grievances, disputes and disciplinary cases towards a prompt and amicable resolution.

Ensure disciplinary actions taken are in compliance with Employment Act 1955.

Advise and direct line managers accordingly on the appropriate disciplinary actions consistent with the Company’s policy and procedures.

Conduct Industrial Relations related training.

Initiate effort that promotes good faith and mutual respect in terms of relationship with the Union.

Serve as Company’s representative in Industrial/Labour Court.

Assist in revision of Collective Agreement.

Job requirements:

Possess a Bachelor's Degree in Law, Human Resources Management, Business Studies or related discipline.

At least 4 years of working experience specializing in Industrial Relations or HR Generalist with working experience in Industrial Relations related field.

Strong knowledge of Malaysian Employment Act 1955, Industrial Relations Act 1967, Trade Union Act 1959 and current labour law practices.

Ability to handle Industrial Relations matters relating to employee discipline, domestic inquiries and grievances independently.

Strong leadership qualities, negotiation and effective interpersonal skills.

Able to work under pressure with minimum supervision.

Excellent written and oral communication skills in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Able to speak in Mandarin will be an added advantage.

Exposure/working in a unionized environment will be an added advantage.