HR Generalist (Kulim/Penang)

J&T EXPRESS (MALAYSIA) SDN. BHD.; Kedah; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

J&T Express (Malaysia) Sdn. Bhd. is seeking an HR Generalist to manage daily HR activities in Kedah. You will handle employee records, onboarding, payroll support, and statutory contributions, ensuring compliance with Malaysian labour laws.

The role requires at least 1 year of HR experience, strong communication, and proficiency in MS Office. Based in Kulim, Kedah, the position is full-time and on-site with opportunities to support training and employee engagement initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in HRM, Business Admin, Psychology or related field.
• At least 1 year HR experience.
• Good understanding of Malaysian labour laws and payroll.
• Proficient in MS Excel and Office.

Responsibilities

• Manage daily HR operations, including employee records, documentation, HR databases, and personnel files.
• Handle the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, confirmation, transfer, resignation, and offboarding.
• Prepare employment letters, HR documentation, and other employee-related correspondence.
• Ensure HR policies and procedures are properly implemented and communicated.
• Support end-to-end recruitment activities (job postings, sourcing, screening, interviews, offers).
• Coordinate onboarding for new hires and assist payroll preparation and verification.
• Administer benefits, leave, attendance, and statutory contributions (EPF, SOCSO, EIS).
• Handle employee inquiries and assist with relations, grievances, and disciplinary matters.
• Coordinate performance appraisal, training needs, and maintain training records.

Skills

HR policies

Communication

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manage daily HR operations, including employee records, documentation, HR databases, and personnel files.

Handle the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, confirmation, transfer, resignation, and offboarding.

Prepare employment letters, HR documentation, and other employee-related correspondence.

Ensure HR policies and procedures are properly implemented and communicated.

2. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

Support end-to-end recruitment activities, including job posting, candidate sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and offer management.

Work closely with hiring managers to understand manpower requirements and recruitment needs.

Coordinate onboarding arrangements for new employees.

Assist in monthly payroll preparation and verification.

Administer employee benefits, claims, leave records, attendance, and other compensation-related matters.

Ensure timely and accurate submission of statutory contributions, including EPF, SOCSO, EIS.

4. Employee Relations

Handle employee enquiries and provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and employment-related matters.

Support employee engagement activities and initiatives to enhance employee satisfaction.

Assist in managing employee grievances, disciplinary matters, and workplace issues.

5. Performance Management & Training

Coordinate performance appraisal and confirmation processes.

Assist in identifying training needs and coordinating training programmes.

Maintain training records and monitor employee development activities.

Job Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.

At least 1 year of relevant HR experience.

Good understanding of Malaysian labour laws and HR practices.

Familiarity with payroll administration and statutory contributions.

Good communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.

Able to work independently and handle confidential information with professionalism.

Willing to work in Kulim, Kedah