Junior HRBP

GMG; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a proactive Junior HR Business Partner. This role involves supporting retail Business Units by delivering high-quality HR services, driving employee engagement, and managing full-cycle recruitment. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree, 3-5 years of HR experience in dynamic environments, and is tech-savvy with strong communication skills. Join us to enhance our HR policies and making an impact across our teams.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years HR experience in retail or fast-paced environments with hands-on recruitment exposure.
• Positive energy, can-do mindset, and strong communication skills.
• Organized and comfortable navigating both corporate and retail settings.

Responsibilities

• Execute HR programs, policies, and procedures to support employees.
• Support manpower planning and people budgeting for assigned Business Units.
• Partner with Hiring Managers to source and onboard talent.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Organized

Attention to detail

Tech-savvy

Education

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline

Job description

We’re looking for a proactive Junior HR Business Partner to support our retail Business Units and deliver high‑quality HR services that drive engagement, performance, and culture. This role reports to the Senior Manager, HR Business Partner and also supports full‑cycle recruitment needs for the assigned businesses.

What You’ll Do:

• Execute HR programs, policies, and procedures to support employees and drive satisfaction
• Support manpower planning and people budgeting for assigned Business Units
• Partner with Hiring Managers to source, screen, interview, and onboard talent (retail & corporate roles)
• Manage job postings, candidate pipelines, and agency stakeholders where needed
• Ensure Performance Management processes run smoothly, fairly, and in line with Group guidelines
• Assist with quarterly compensation reviews to maintain internal parity and compliance
• Support employee engagement initiatives, events, and welfare activities
• Communicate and enforce HR policies; handle employee queries and provide guidance
• Oversee employee lifecycle activities — induction, exits, terminations, documentation & exit interviews
• Handle escalated ER cases, grievances, and investigations in line with legal requirements
• Respond to employee requests on letters, policies, career development, and personal matters
• Contribute to improving HR policies, procedures, and systems to enable HR best practices

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• 3–5 years HR experience in retail or fast‑paced environments (with hands‑on recruitment exposure)
• Positive energy, can‑do mindset, and strong communication skills
• Organized, detail‑oriented, and comfortable navigating both corporate & retail floor settings
• Tech‑savvy — quick with systems, HR tools, ATS platforms, and gadgets
• Fast response style with strong problem‑solving and follow‑through