HR Manager / Assistant Manager

PERSOL; Penang; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Jora Malaysia is hiring an HR Manager to oversee the full spectrum of human resources administration, including recruitment, payroll, and policy compliance. The role involves interaction with internal teams and external agencies to ensure smooth operations.

You will manage payroll accuracy, immigration and government compliance for foreign workers, and drive employee engagement while maintaining a positive working environment across departments.

Qualifications

• Candidate must possess degree in human resource management or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years working experience in the service industry.
• In-depth knowledge of the Employment Act 1955, Malaysian Labour Law, SOCSO, Industrial Relations Act 1967, Immigration, LHDN and foreign worker requirements.
• Strong understanding of confidentiality as it relates to Human Resources.
• Proficient in written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently under minimum supervision.
• Must be computer literate.
• Possess own transport.
• Organized and able to multitask on multiple issues simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversees the full spectrum of HR activities and processes, including recruitment, payroll, and HR administration.
• Manage and ensure the accuracy of payroll processing on timely basis and preparation of workers’ annual EA forms.
• Ensure immigration and government regulations are met pertaining to foreign workers including applications and permit renewals.
• Lead manpower planning discussions and provide HR advice to management.
• Review and update the Employee Handbook to align with policies and regulations.
• Lead and implement employee engagement programs and related matters.
• Nurture a positive working environment and collaborate with all departments.
• Prepare employees for assignments through orientation and training programs.
• Responsible for administration of personnel transactions including group insurance.

Education

Degree in human resource management or equivalent qualification

Minimum 5 years working experience in service industry

In depth knowledge of Labour laws and government regulations

Confidentiality and integrity in handling HR information

Computer literacy

Own transport

Bilingual: English and Bahasa Malaysia

Job description

Jora Malaysia will close on 9th September 2026. Thank you for being with us, we are cheering you on as you continue your career journey.

We are hiring HR Manager who are capable to manage all Human Resources administration. This position will have both interaction with internal and external customers.

Job Scope

• Oversees the full spectrum of HR activities and processes, including recruitment, payroll, and HR administration.
• Manage and ensure the accuracy of payroll processing on timely basis and preparation of workers’ annual EA forms.
• Ensure all Immigration and other Government bodies' regulations are met pertaining to foreign workers inclusive of foreign workers’ applications, permit renewal, medical check up.
• Strong knowledge in managing foreign quota and manpower levels.
• Manage and audit on workers’ hostels at its best maintenance and meeting government’s regulations.
• Source and maintain a reliable group of suppliers related to the welfare of staff and workers who provide good service, best rates and terms and review such provision on a regular basis.
• Responsible for the purchasing, maintenance, and efficiency of office equipment.
• Monitoring of all company vehicles’ road tax and insurance renewal.
• Be involved on manpower planning discussions and provide Human Resources advice to management.
• Review and update the Employee Handbook on a periodic basis to ensure that it is updated and according to relevant policies and regulations.
• Well versed with Malaysian Labour Laws and good working knowledge of HR practices, it is necessary to deal with the government, be familiar with and understand the relevant policies of the government.
• Lead, manage and implement the employee engagement programs and related matters, including disciplinary issues, etc.
• Nurture a positive working environment and be able to work harmoniously with all departments.
• Prepare employees for assignments by establishing and conducting orientation and training programs.
• Responsible for the administration of personnel transactions covering group insurance.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Management from time to time.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Candidate must possess degree in human resource management or an equivalent qualification.
• Minimum of 5 years working experience in service industry.
• In depth knowledge of the Employment Act 1955, Malaysian Labour Law, SOCSO, Industrial Relations Act 1967, Immigration, LHDN and foreign worker requirements.
• Strong understanding of confidentiality as it relates to Human Resources.
• Proficient in written and spoken English and Bahasa Malaysia.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently under minimum supervision.
• Must be computer literate.
• Possess own transport.
• Organized and able to multitask on multiple issues simultaneously.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.