Human Resources Specialist

Esco; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Esco Lifesciences Group in Malaysia is seeking a Jr HR Specialist to support the employment lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance feedback, and offboarding. You will assist with job postings, scheduling, documentation, and HR data management to ensure accurate records.

You will collaborate with the HR Manager and HRBP across countries, participate in HR projects, and help administer policies, training, and events while maintaining confidentiality and professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in HR or related field required.
• 1–2 years HR/administrative experience; internships considered.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and data entry.
• Good written and verbal communication.
• Willingness to learn and work with multinational teams.

Responsibilities

• Support HR processes across recruitment, onboarding, performance feedback, and offboarding.
• Assist with job postings, candidate coordination, and interview scheduling.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR system data.
• Prepare employment contracts and induction materials.
• Coordinate HR initiatives and documentation across countries.
• Provide office-management support and assist with events.

Skills

Administrative coordination

Attention to detail

Effective communication

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR/Business Admin/Psychology or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS usage

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Esco Lifesciences Group is improving lives through science! Headquartered in Singapore, expanded globally with factories and offices in 43 locations around the world, Esco is building a synergistic ecosystem of life science tools, diagnostics, therapies, and technologies to improve human lives.

With nearly 50 years of history and a strong foundation in Singapore, Esco is a dynamic, fast-growing, mid-sized multinational organization that bridges East and West. We offer a diverse, inclusive, and globally connected environment where you’ll collaborate with top experts and visionary clients worldwide. As we accelerate our global expansion, you’ll have the unique opportunity to grow your career in tandem with the company, driving innovation and shaping a healthier, more equitable, and resilient future.

Job title: Jr HR Specialist

Location: Malaysia

Key Responsibilities:

• Support employees throughout the employment journey, including recruitment, onboarding, performance feedback, career development and offboarding.
• Respond to employee questions regarding HR processes, policies and benefits.
• Assist with recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate coordination, interview scheduling and recruitment documentation.
• Support employees and managers with career-development and training activities.
• Assist the HR Manager with employee-relations matters and maintain accurate case documentation.
• Promote and coordinate HR initiatives across teams.
• Prepare and maintain HR documents, including job descriptions, induction materials, employment contracts, appraisal forms and training-cost agreements.
• Maintain employee records, attendance data, timesheets and HR system information.
• Help collect and organize information relating to business and workforce needs.
• Work with HR systems and other digital tools to maintain accurate employee data and reports.
• Support HR projects such as employer branding, company events, employee surveys, salary-grid updates and the development of internal policies and processes.
• Assist the HR Manager / HRBP with daily HR activities involving other countries.
• Provide office-management support, including general administration, event coordination and assistance with marketing and internal communications.
• Perform other HR and administrative duties assigned by the HR Manager.

Key Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or a related field.
• At least one to two years of experience as an HR Assistant, HR Administrator or in another relevant HR or administrative position. Fresh graduates with relevant internship experience may also be considered.
• Good administrative and organizational skills.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines.
• Ability to present information and data clearly and logically.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.
• Basic knowledge of employment law and standard HR practices.
• Professional, discreet and able to handle confidential information.
• Willingness to learn and work with employees and stakeholders from different countries.