HR Manager I

Hudson RPO; Johor Bahru; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR consultancy in Johor Bahru is seeking an experienced HR leader with a focus on Employee Relations and talent management. You will collaborate with management to foster a union-free workplace and enhance employee engagement. The ideal candidate has at least 8 years of experience and is fluent in Mandarin, Malay, and English. A proactive approach to problem-solving and strong stakeholder management skills are essential. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in a multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 8 years of related experience.
• Fluent in Mandarin, Malay and English.
• Proficient in reading and writing Malay.

Responsibilities

• Build and manage an effective HR function.
• Serve as a strategic business partner for management.
• Lead Employee Relations and enhance employee engagement.
• Develop talent management and recruiting strategies.
• Ensure compliance with local programs and policies.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder management

Problem-solving

Project leadership

Detail-oriented

Education

4-year degree

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

• Work collaboratively at all levels and with key leaders to build and manage a “best in class” HR function.
• Serve as a strategic business partner and consult with local management team to identify issues, root causes and make recommendations to improve results.
• As the leader of Employee Relations, develop relationships with a multicultural workforce to help build employee engagement, evaluate and resolve issues and maintain a union free environment.
• Further professionalize the talent management initiative. Support the design and implementation of cost effective and “best in class” recruiting, employee development and retention strategies that support the business and build a culture focused on productivity, safety, service and quality.
• Develop and ensure compliance with local programs and policies that support short and long-term business goals.
• Solves complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions
• Works independently; receives minimal guidance
• Uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external business issues to improve products/services or processes
• Typically resolves complex problems or problems where precedent may not exist
• Often leads the work of project teams; may formally train junior staff
• Oversee distribution of Employer Brand, Social Media (internal and external) Diversity Efforts, and overall candidate experience to include bringing forth ideas and best practices. Partner internally with various functions in order to execute on innovative and cost-effective efforts that support talent acquisition objectives and accelerate our ability to attract and engage top talent.

What We Are Looking For

• Minimum of 8 years of related experience with a 4-year degree;
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; adept at multi-tasking, time prioritization with an eye for detail;
• Fluent in Mandarin, Malay and English communication
• Proficient in reading and writing Malay to handle local government documents and ensure compliance with regulations. Strong stakeholder management with a can-do attitude
• Works independently; receives minimal guidance