Human Resources Executive

Woh Hup (Private) Limited; Johor; On-site; MYR 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in Malaysia is seeking an HR Executive to support HR operations including payroll processing and employee lifecycle activities. The ideal candidate should have 2–3 years of HR experience, a relevant degree, and good communication skills. This role also involves planning employee engagement initiatives. Salary and benefits are competitive.

Qualifications

• 2–3 years of experience in HR operations and payroll processing.
• Familiarity with Malaysia labor laws and statutory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update employee records in HRIS and physical files.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Collate and verify monthly payroll inputs.
• Support planning of employee engagement activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Interpersonal skills

Communication abilities

Time management

Education

Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management or related field

Tools

HRIS systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Location: 1 Kuala Lumpur and 1 Johor

Overview

We are looking for a proactive and detail-oriented HR Executive to join our Human Resources team. This role is primarily responsible for supporting HR operational functions, managing employee lifecycle activities, processing payroll, and assisting in the coordination of employee engagement initiatives. The ideal candidate will be organized, people-focused, and capable of handling multiple HR tasks efficiently.

Responsibilities

HR Operations

• Maintain and update employee records in HRIS and physical files.
• Prepare HR-related documents such as employment contracts, letters, and reports.
• Support HR compliance and audit requirements by ensuring proper documentation and record-keeping.
• Assist in the implementation and improvement of HR policies and procedures.

Employee Lifecycle Support

• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes, including orientation, documentation, and exit interviews.
• Manage probation and confirmation tracking, contract renewals, and employee status changes.
• Respond to employee queries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.

Payroll Processing

• Collate and verify monthly payroll inputs (e.g., attendance, leave, claims, overtime).
• Ensure accurate and timely payroll execution.
• Support statutory contributions and submissions (e.g., EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB).
• Assist in generating payroll reports and reconciliation.

Employee Engagement

• Support the planning and execution of employee engagement activities such as town halls, wellness programs, festive celebrations, and team-building events.
• Coordinate logistics, communications, and vendor management for engagement initiatives.
• Gather feedback and assist in evaluating the effectiveness of engagement programs.

Qualifications

• Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in HR operations and payroll processing.
• Familiarity with Malaysia labor laws and statutory requirements.
• Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong attention to detail, confidentiality, and time management skills.
• Good interpersonal and communication abilities.