HR Manager/ Senior Manager /HR Director

Upscale Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Malaysia seeks an HR Manager/Senior Manager/HR Director to oversee HR functions and support business needs. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in recruitment, compliance, and team support within the construction or service industries. This role involves working closely with business leaders to enhance organizational effectiveness and promote diversity while ensuring compliance with labor laws.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years supporting HR functions in employee relations and recruitment.
• Proficient in HR software and systems.
• Knowledge of labor laws relevant to SEA markets.

Responsibilities

• Partner with client groups to optimize human resources.
• Lead the recruitment cycle and manage agency relationships.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and implement HR projects.

Skills

Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills

Strong organizational skills with multitasking ability

Effective verbal and written communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management

Tools

HR software (e.g., Infotech)

Job description

About the job HR Manager/ Senior Manager /HR Director

JOB DESCRIPTION HR MANAGER

Location: Taman Desa Petaling, (may require travel to Aloe Setar or Johor to familiarize with the team initially; travel will be infrequent afterward)

Position is open to HR Manager, Senior HR Manager, HR Director
Organization size: approximately 150 employees

*Malaysian, Chinese Female candidates preferred
Working in office environment

• Senior Manager: RM15K Max
• HR Director: RM18K Max

Seeking a dedicated professional with proven skills and experience across the full spectrum of human resource functions, including recruiting, staffing, vendor management, and general HR management.

Preference for candidates with experience in construction, development, or service industries.

Dependable with the ability to succeed under pressure, deliver excellence, and build genuine relationships. A team player with effective interpersonal communication skills and a strong work ethic. The ideal candidate should possess broad HR knowledge and handle general administrative responsibilities.

Capable of working autonomously and efficiently to manage HR projects and operations end-to-end. Familiarity with HR software and tools is essential. Ultimately, the candidate should contribute to achieving the HR department's and organization’s goals.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Partner with assigned client groups to optimize human resources in support of business needs.
• Provide comprehensive HR support to business and country leaders, including branches with HR staff and sites across states.
• Lead the recruitment cycle, including partnering with hiring managers, managing agency relationships, sourcing candidates, conducting interviews, and administering offers and onboarding.
• Conduct employee relations and investigations, providing corrective action recommendations based on objective criteria and legal standards.
• Manage employer branding and recruitment processes from job description creation to candidate sourcing, interviewing, feedback, and onboarding.
• Develop proactive recruitment strategies for long-term staffing needs in collaboration with managers.
• Educate and counsel managers on interviewing and selection best practices.
• Recommend compensation packages that comply with internal band structures, promotion guidelines, and market competitiveness, within five business days.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and recruitment best practices, promoting diversity in candidate sourcing.
• Implement HR-related projects to enhance organizational effectiveness, including HR systems, payroll, and benefits platforms.
• Provide accurate HR reports promptly.
• Conduct orientation and ongoing training for new and existing employees.
• Support and promote corporate policies, especially those from the US, through interactions with business units.
• Advise business units on employment law matters and collaborate with HR management on policies.
• Collect and analyze exit interview data on voluntary terminations.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

Standard office setting; some domestic travel may be required.

SKILLS:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to verify and evaluate general and statistical information
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills
• Strong organizational skills with multitasking ability
• Proficiency with standard office equipment
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Ability to maintain confidentiality

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 5 years supporting managers in employee relations, recruitment, performance management, and coaching roles
• Experience with HR software and systems, such as Infotech, and quick learner of new HR tools
• Knowledge of labor laws and regulations relevant to SEA markets

EDUCATION:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent work experience in a related field