HR EXECUTIVE

myNews; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading news company in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, is seeking an HR professional to manage recruitment processes, prepare salary proposals, and oversee onboarding and offboarding of new employees. Candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Business or Human Resource Management and at least 2 years of relevant experience. Strong command of English and BM, along with knowledge of the Employment Act 1955, is required. The position offers opportunities to engage in company activities and support various HR functions.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in HR or related field.
• Strong understanding of the recruitment process.
• Ability to prepare salary proposals and offer letters.

Responsibilities

• Manage the MRF process and ensure timely submission.
• Shortlist candidates and assist in interviews.
• Prepare and manage onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Support HR functions including performance appraisals and policy improvements.

Skills

English proficiency

BM proficiency

Knowledge of Employment Act 1955

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Studies/Administration/Management or Human Resource Management

Job description

Responsibilities

• Manage Manpower Requisition Form (MRF) process – ensure submission and approval before job posting.
• Handle recruitment activities: shortlist candidates, arrange interviews, prepare documents, and attend interviews with Hiring Managers.
• Prepare salary proposals with benchmarking and draft offer letters upon approval.
• Coordinate pre‑onboarding arrangements with IT, Admin, and HR; oversee new joiner orientation and communication.
• Update HRIS with new joiners/resignees; monitor confirmations and send reminders.
• Manage offboarding process including resignation acceptance, exit forms, checklists, and interviews.
• Maintain organization charts, employee directory, and public holiday list.
• Support HR functions including performance appraisals, correspondence, reporting, policy improvements, and HRIS records.
• Participate in company activities, employee engagement programs, CSR, career fairs, and meetings.
• Assist in ad hoc HR tasks as required.

Must have

• Candidate must possess at least Bachelor's Degree in Business Studies/Administration/Management, Human Resource Management or equivalent.
• Well versed in Employment Act 1955.
• Good command in English and BM.
• At least 2 years of working experience in the related field is required.

Good to have

• Hands on experience with various selection processes.