HR Manager (Kuala Lumpur)

JYJ Career; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR management firm in Kuala Lumpur is looking for an HR Manager to oversee HR operations, ensure compliance with local labor laws, and support employee relations. The role requires a Bachelor's Degree and 5–7 years of HR experience. Key responsibilities include managing recruitment, handling employee records, and fostering a positive workplace culture. The ideal candidate should have strong communication and problem-solving skills, alongside proficiency in multitasking and proactive follow-through.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of HR generalist experience is required.
• Experience in property, construction, or a fast-paced environment is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end HR administrative processes.
• Ensure accuracy of employee records and HRIS data.
• Handle monthly HR reporting.
• Coordinate full-cycle recruitment processes.
• Support workplace culture and employee engagement initiatives.

Skills

Strong knowledge of Malaysian employment laws

Good communication skills

Problem-solving skills

People management skills

Ability to multitask

Proactive with follow-through

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field

Job description

The HR Manager is responsible for managing day-to-day HR operations, ensuring smooth HR processes, and supporting the company’s people strategy. This role focuses on execution, compliance, employee relations, and coordination across HR functions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end HR administrative processes (onboarding, confirmation, offboarding, HR letters, contract renewals).
• Ensure employee records, HRIS data, and documentation are accurate and up to date.
• Handle monthly HR reporting (headcount, turnover, leave, disciplinary records).
• Coordinate full-cycle recruitment: job posting, screening, interviewing with HODs.
• Manage sourcing channels and maintain a candidate pipeline for critical roles.
• Ensure smooth onboarding and induction for new hires.
• Handle grievances, counselling, minor conflict management, and escalates when needed.
• Support initiatives to build positive workplace culture and employee engagement.
• Coordinate KPI setting and appraisal cycles with HODs.
• Monitor probation reviews and performance documentation.
• Ensure HR practices comply with Malaysian labour laws and statutory requirements.
• Maintain and update HR policies, handbook, SOPs, and HR communication.
• Handle audits, disciplinary processes, and ensure proper documentation.
• Assist in annual salary review and benchmarking exercises.
• Organize engagement activities, training sessions, and staff events.
• Coordinate training needs analysis and maintain L&D records.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field.
• Minimum 5–7 years of HR generalist experience.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian employment laws and HR compliance.
• Good communication, problem-solving, and people‑management skills.
• Able to multitask, structured, and proactive with follow‑through.
• Experience in property or construction or fast‑paced environment is an added advantage.