HR Specialist, HR Services & Payroll M/F

CACEIS; Putrajaya; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global asset servicing company located in Putrajaya seeks a Payroll Administrator to lead payroll functions and support HR initiatives. The ideal candidate will have 2-5 years' experience in payroll and human resources, along with strong analytical and project management skills. Benefits include a comprehensive rewards program and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Performance-based bonuses

Flexible benefits

World-class training program

Collaborative culture

Qualifications

• 2 to 5 years in human resources and payroll administration.
• Minimum experience level: 3-5 years.

Responsibilities

• Ensure timely and accurate payroll processing and compliance.
• Oversee HR/Payroll projects and HRIS administration processes.
• Support HR Services by responding to employee queries.

Skills

Strong analytical skills

Presentation skills

Project management skills

Organization

Consulting orientation

Education

Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business, or related discipline

HR certification

Tools

Excel

VB and Macro capability

Job description

Overview

What is the opportunity?
CACEIS Malaysia has been a cornerstone of asset servicing since 2008, evolving into a trusted hub of operational excellence within the global CACEIS network. Strategically located in IOI City, Putrajaya, the company employs over 1,200 professionals, providing services to institutional clients across Europe. Services include Custody & Cash Clearing, Fund Administration, Fund Distribution, Master Data Services, Market Solutions, Group Invoicing, Reconciliations, and Private Equity & Real Estate Solutions. As a Centre of Excellence, CACEIS Malaysia drives scalability of global operations, enhances service quality, and implements standardized processes to meet client needs. The team in Malaysia is committed to delivering reliable, high-quality solutions for a dynamic financial landscape.

Working hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM

What will you do?

• Payroll Administration: Deliver and lead day-to-day payroll administration, ensuring timely and accurate processing and compliance with internal and external audit requirements.
• Support the payroll team with routine requirements including Shift Template, Overtime Template, New Hire Template, Payroll Instruction Template, etc.
• Handle statutory updates for new hires, registrations, resignations on statutory portals and tax filings.
• Perform daily checks and updates based on staff movements and changes.
• Support HR Services by assessing and responding to employee queries through the ASKHR mailbox.
• Oversee and deliver HR/Payroll projects and HRIS administration processes, including system programming changes to ensure compliance with plan design and legislative changes, meeting timelines and commitments.
• Support and lead assigned HR projects, initiatives, and process improvements with the team and business partners.

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on challenges and growth, with a culture that rewards collaboration and high performance. We offer:

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including performance-based bonuses, flexible benefits, and competitive compensation.
• Leaders who support development through coaching and opportunities.
• A world-class training program in financial services.
• A collaborative culture where personal initiative and hard work are recognized.

Qualifications and experience

• Education: Undergraduate degree in Human Resources, Business, or related discipline; HR certification preferred.
• Experience: 2 to 5 years in human resources and payroll administration.
• Minimum experience level: 3-5 years

Skills

• Strong analytical, presentation, and project management skills with high organization and a sense of business and consulting orientation.
• Knowledge of tax and labour law developments; ability to facilitate meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to assess operations for regulatory risk, report anomalies, and propose corrective actions while managing priorities.
• Effective planning and time management to meet major milestones and deadlines.

IT tools

• Experience in financial services with strong Excel skills; VB and Macro capability is a plus.

About CACEIS

CACEIS is the asset servicing banking group of Crédit Agricole and Santander, serving asset managers, insurers, pension funds, banks, private equity and real estate funds, brokers, and corporate clients. With offices worldwide, CACEIS offers a broad range of services across execution, clearing, custody, fund administration, distribution support, and more. The group is committed to diversity and inclusion and all positions are open to people with disabilities.