HR Operations Manager (SEA & ANZ)

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading multinational company is seeking an HR Operations Manager to oversee HR functions across Southeast Asia and Australia-New Zealand. This role will manage onboarding, offboarding, and employee management processes while ensuring compliance with local regulations. The candidate will collaborate with various teams to enhance HR systems, streamline workflows, and drive digital transformation initiatives. This position provides an exciting opportunity to significantly impact HR operations and enhance employee experience in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in HR operations management across multiple regions.
• Strong understanding of compliance with local regulations.
• Proficiency in HR analytics and digital transformation initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day HR operations across Southeast Asia and Australia & New Zealand.
• Collaborate with Global Shared Services for employee lifecycle management.
• Manage and enhance HR systems for data accuracy and security.
• Develop and streamline HR processes to drive efficiency.
• Partner with various teams for operational excellence.
• Generate HR analytics for decision-making.
• Lead HR digital transformation projects.

Job description

About this Position As the HR Operations Manager for Southeast Asia and Australia-New Zealand, you will play a crucial role in enhancing our HR operations by delivering streamlined processes and an exceptional employee experience. This position addresses the challenges of managing diverse HR functions across multiple regions, ensuring compliance with local regulations while aligning with global standards. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including Country HR, IT, Finance, and Global Shared Services, fostering a supportive environment geared towards operational excellence. By leveraging HR analytics and insights, you will empower stakeholders to make informed decisions that align with our company’s strategic goals. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact within our dynamic team, driving innovation and digital transformation initiatives that enhance our HR capabilities across the region. Join us and be part of a mission that prioritizes excellence in every aspect of the employee lifecycle!

What you´ll do

• Oversee day-to-day HR operations across Southeast Asia (SEA) and Australia & New Zealand (ANZ), encompassing onboarding, offboarding, employee data management, and benefits administration
• Collaborate with Global Shared Services (GBS) to ensure smooth execution of employee lifecycle management, including payroll processes
• Manage and enhance HR systems, prioritizing data accuracy, security, and alignment with both global standards and local compliance requirements
• Develop and streamline HR processes and workflows to drive operational efficiency and scalability
• Partner with Country HR, IT, Finance, and GBS teams to achieve operational excellence and support key HR initiatives
• Generate HR analytics and dashboards that inform business and talent decision-making
• Lead or support HR digital transformation projects, focusing on automation and innovative solutions