HR Manager (Financial Institution/Banking Industry Prefably) (ID: 692651)

PERSOL; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial services firm in Kuala Lumpur seeks an HR Manager to lead HR strategy and operations. Responsibilities include overseeing recruitment, managing payroll, and ensuring compliance with local labor laws. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in HR management, particularly within the banking sector, and demonstrate strong interpersonal skills. The role involves developing HR policies, enhancing recruitment effectiveness, and fostering a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in HR management, preferably in the financial institution or banking sector.
• Strong understanding of local labor laws and statutory compliance.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead overall HR strategy and operations aligned with business objectives.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment and talent acquisition processes.
• Oversee HR operations including payroll, performance management, and employee relations.

Skills

HR strategy planning

Talent acquisition

Employee relations

HR operations

Payroll management

Performance management

Job description

HR Manager (Financial Institution/Banking Industry Preferred) (ID: 692651)

Lead overall HR strategy planning, control, and operations aligned with business objectives

Develop, implement, and continuously review HR policies, procedures, and processes

Partner with senior management to translate business needs into effective HR strategies

Ensure HR practices comply with statutory requirements, local labor laws, and company values

Prepare HR budgeting, workforce planning, and forecasting

2. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

Develop short-term and mid-term recruitment strategies to support business growth

Oversee end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, selection, and onboarding

Enhance recruitment effectiveness through improved hiring channels, employer branding, and selection quality

Conduct competency-based interviews and coach hiring managers/interviewers

3. HR Operations & Administration

Manage full spectrum of HR functions including recruitment, payroll, learning & development, performance management, compensation & benefits, and industrial relation

Administer payroll, leave, medical benefits, and employee records with accuracy and confidentiality

Maintain up-to-date employee data, HR reports, and analytics for decision-makin

Ensure HR operations comply with internal SOPs and regulatory requirements

Develop and review compensation structures, benefits programs, and HR policies

Conduct market benchmarking and salary structure analysis

Manage payroll coordination, annual increment, bonus cycles, and benefits administration

Support performance appraisal cycles and provide accurate reporting to management

Develop and implement annual training plans based on Training Needs Analysis (TNA)

Coordinate internal and external training programs, including leadership and onboarding initiatives

Drive employee development and internal knowledge-sharing initiatives

6. Employee Relations & Engagement

Manage employee lifecycle including onboarding, performance management, and offboarding

Handle employee grievances, disciplinary actions, disputes, and terminations in line with labor laws

Foster positive employee relations and promote a healthy, engaged workplace culture

Conduct exit interviews and support engagement and communication initiatives

7. HR Projects & Continuous Improvement

Lead or participate in HR projects such as system enhancements, audits, and organizational restructuring

Support process improvements, policy updates, and change management initiatives

Handle ad-hoc HR assignments and represent HR in cross-functional projects