HR Manager

Volo Active Resources; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Volo Active Resources in Malaysia is seeking an experienced HR Manager to lead its Human Resources function and drive strategic people initiatives. You will guide HR strategy, oversee operations, and partner with regional stakeholders to support business growth.

The successful candidate will combine hands-on leadership with regional HR exposure, anticipate organizational needs, implement improvements, and drive talent acquisition, retention and development across the organisation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related discipline.
• 8-10 years HR experience, including 3-5 years in a managerial or leadership role.
• Regional HR exposure with overseas subsidiaries or multi-country operations preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian employment laws and HR best practices.
• Proven leadership, communication and stakeholder management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the HR team across recruitment, payroll, compensation and benefits, and HR administration.
• Develop and implement HR strategies and policies aligned with business objectives.
• Oversee talent acquisition, manpower planning, succession planning and retention.
• Coordinate with overseas management and regional operations.
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian employment legislation and statutory requirements.
• Drive employee relations, performance management and engagement initiatives.
• Lead learning, talent and leadership development programmes.
• Advise senior management on organisational structure, compensation and strategic HR matters.
• Initiate and lead HR improvement, organisational development and change management projects.

Skills

Leadership

Stakeholder management

People management

Strategic thinking

Communication

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Admin

Job description

A renowned pharmaceutical company is seeking a dynamic, proactive and versatile HR Manager to lead its Human Resources function and drive strategic people initiatives.

The ideal candidate combines strong leadership with a hands‑on approach and regional HR exposure, and can anticipate organisational needs, identify improvements and deliver effective HR solutions.

In this role, you will lead the HR strategy, oversee the full spectrum of HR operations, drive talent acquisition and retention, and work closely with senior management and regional stakeholders to support business growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the HR team across recruitment, payroll, compensation and benefits, and HR administration
• Develop and implement HR strategies and policies aligned with business objectives
• Oversee talent acquisition, manpower planning, succession planning and retention
• Support HR practices across regional operations and coordinate with overseas management
• Ensure compliance with Malaysian employment legislation and statutory requirements
• Drive employee relations, performance management and engagement initiatives
• Lead learning, talent and leadership development programmes
• Advise senior management on organisational structure, compensation and strategic HR matters
• Initiate and lead HR improvement, organisational development and change management projects

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline
• 8-10 years of HR experience, including 3-5 years in a managerial or leadership role
• Proven track record leading an HR team and managing the full spectrum of HR functions
• Regional HR exposure, preferably with overseas subsidiaries or multi-country operations; experience with diverse cultures is an advantage
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian employment laws and HR best practices
• Excellent leadership, communication and stakeholder management skills
• Hands‑on and strategic, with strong ownership, problem‑solving ability and a forward‑thinking mindset
• Adaptable and able to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment
• Pharmaceutical, healthcare or manufacturing experience is an added advantage