Human Resource Manager

Wangsa Holdings Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Wangsa Holdings Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced Human Resource Manager to lead the full HR spectrum in Kuala Lumpur. The role partners with the executive team to drive strategic people initiatives, while safeguarding policy and culture across the organization.

The ideal candidate will oversee recruitment, payroll, policies, employee relations, and training, ensuring ethical, compliant, and high-performing HR operations aligned with business goals.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an HR Manager or in a senior HR leadership role.
• Industry experience in the Food and Beverage (F&B) sector is advantageous.
• Strong understanding of labor laws, payroll processing, and HR management best practices.
• Experience in budget creation and financial tracking for HR departments.
• Exceptional conflict resolution and negotiation skills.
• Highly ethical and upright with confidentiality and integrity.
• People-centric with strong emotional intelligence and empathy.
• Strategic thinker who aligns HR initiatives with organizational goals.
• Resilient in handling tough conversations and sensitive terminations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes to attract, hire, and retain top talent.
• Create and monitor budgets for hiring, training, and department operations.
• Oversee the HR division and ensure smooth day-to-day operations.
• Manage Payroll Team and ensure accurate, compliant compensation.
• Develop, implement, and maintain company policies and SOPs for compliance.
• Continuously optimize HR processes to improve efficiency.
• Manage employee relations and disciplinary actions professionally and legally.
• Design and manage employee incentive programs to boost morale and productivity.
• Implement peer evaluation systems for fair performance reviews.
• Identify skill gaps and create effective training and development programs.

Skills

People management

Strategic thinking

Emotional intelligence

Negotiation

Job description

Reports To: Executive Team / Board of Directors

Job Type: Full-time

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced, ethical, and upright Human Resource Manager to lead and oversee our entire HR division. The ideal candidate is an exceptional people manager who can act as a strategic partner to our directors while advocating for our team members. You will be responsible for the full spectrum of HR operations, from recruitment and payroll management to policy creation, employee relations, and fostering a high-performance culture.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Hiring: Lead the end-to-end recruitment process to attract, hire, and retain top talent.

Budget Management: Create comprehensive budgets for hiring, training, and department operations. Strictly monitor and adhere to the approved budget.

HR Operations & Leadership

Division Leadership: Manage and oversee the entire HR division, ensuring smooth day-to-day operations.

Payroll Management: Oversee and manage the Payroll Team, ensuring accurate, compliant, and timely compensation for all employees.

Policy & SOP Creation: Develop, implement, and maintain company policies and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure legal compliance and operational consistency.

Process Optimization: Continuously evaluate and improve HR processes to maximize team efficiencies across the organization.

Employee Relations & Conflict Management

Stakeholder Management: Confidently manage relationships across all levels of the company, serving as a trusted advisor to both company directors and general team members.

Disciplinary Action & Terminations: Handle delicate employee relations, including managing difficult employees, conducting disciplinary hearings, and executing employee terminations professionally and legally.

Performance & Development

Incentive Programs: Design and manage employee incentive programs to boost morale and productivity.

Peer Evaluation: Implement and oversee internal peer evaluation systems to ensure fair and constructive performance reviews.

Training Programs: Identify skill gaps and create impactful training and development programs to foster continuous learning for team members.

Qualifications & Requirements

Proven experience as an HR Manager or in a senior HR leadership role.

Industry Experience: Background in the Food and Beverage (F&B) industry is highly advantageous.

Strong understanding of labor laws, payroll processing, and best practices in HR management.

Experience in budget creation and financial tracking for HR departments.

Exceptional conflict resolution and negotiation skills.

Highly Ethical & Upright: Possesses a strong moral compass, maintaining the highest levels of confidentiality, integrity, and fairness.

People-Centric: Exceptional people management skills with a high degree of emotional intelligence and empathy.

Strategic Thinker: Able to align HR initiatives with the company’s broader operational and financial goals.

Resilient: Capable of handling tough conversations and managing difficult situations with grace and professionalism.

Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• How many years' experience do you have as a human resources manager?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?