Manager, People Operations & Rewards ( HR Manager)

Prestige Carcare; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing automotive service provider in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a strategic and hands-on Manager of People Operations & Rewards. This role involves building a scalable HR foundation, overseeing HR systems, payroll, and compliance across multiple subsidiaries. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of HR experience, including at least 2 years in a managerial role, and a strong understanding of Malaysian labour law and HR best practices. A Bachelor's degree and hands-on experience with HRIS and ATS tools are essential. Join to empower teams and drive operational excellence.

Benefits

Transparent and accountable culture

Opportunities for professional development

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 years of HR experience, including 2 years in a managerial role.
• Comfortable working with numbers and data.
• Experience in HR system implementation or migration is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Build a scalable HR foundation across all subsidiaries.
• Oversee HR systems, payroll, total rewards, and compliance.
• Manage HR dashboards and reporting for insights.

Skills

HR experience

Strong analytical skills

Hands-on experience with HRIS

Understanding of Malaysian labour law

Experience in automotive and retail

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

HR2000

HRIS

ATS

Job description

Manager, People Operations & Rewards ( HR Manager)

About Us

Prestige Carcare Group Sdn Bhd is a fast-growing automotive service provider in Malaysia, specializing in vehicle maintenance, detailing, diagnostics, and premium carcare solutions. With multiple branches and subsidiaries under our Group, we serve a wide and diverse customer base while continuously expanding our capabilities and service offerings.

As we scale into new markets, new business lines, and additional subsidiaries, we are building a modern, technology-enabled workforce that prioritizes operational excellence, people development, and customer-first service standards.

At Prestige Carcare, we believe in a culture of teamwork, ownership, and continuous improvement. We move fast, embrace innovation, and empower our people to grow alongside the organization.

Why Join Us?

Purpose That Drives Performance

We aim to become one of Malaysia’s leading automotive service groups. Our standards for service, quality, and workforce excellence are high. If you are passionate about building strong HR foundations and improving company-wide people practices, this is the place for you.

As a rapidly expanding Group, new opportunities, new roles, and new systems are constantly emerging. You will have the chance to lead transformation projects and build frameworks that impact every subsidiary within the organization.

A Culture That Empowers

We value transparency, respect, accountability, and collaboration. No corporate politics—just real work and real results. If you thrive in an environment where you can build, lead, and make meaningful impact, you’ll fit right in.

The Role

We are seeking a strategic and hands‑on Manager, People Operations & Rewards to build a scalable HR foundation across all Prestige Group subsidiaries. This position oversees HR systems, payroll, total rewards, compliance, and people analytics, ensuring smooth operations and strong alignment across all business units.

You will lead a team, partner with business leaders, and shape HR frameworks that support both HQ and all branch operations.

Main Responsibilities

1. People Operations & Systems

• Own and optimize the Group’s HR systems (HRIS, ATS, payroll systems).
• Drive automation, data accuracy, and efficiency across onboarding, confirmations, transfers, and offboarding.
• Maintain consistent HR processes and documentation standards across all subsidiaries.
• Strengthen employee lifecycle workflows for scalability.
• Oversee accurate, timely payroll processing for all employees across all subsidiaries and branches.
• Maintain compensation structure, salary ranges, and Group‑wide benefits programs.
• Lead annual performance appraisal and salary review cycles.
• Conduct pay equity audits and manpower cost forecasting.
• Partner with Finance for workforce planning, budgeting, and cost modelling.

3. People Analytics

• Manage HR dashboards and reporting for headcount, attrition, labour cost, productivity, and branch‑level insights.
• Provide data‑driven guidance to support leadership decisions and improve staffing strategies.

4. Compliance & Policy

• Ensure full compliance with Malaysian labour law across all subsidiaries.
• Develop, update, and enforce Group‑wide HR policies, SOPs, employment contracts, and disciplinary frameworks.
• Support investigations, disciplinary actions, and risk mitigation.
• Lead HR audits for attendance, payroll accuracy, documentation, and branch compliance.
• Handle and oversee all Subsidiaries HR Function and HR systems across all subsidiaries under Prestige Group, ensuring consistency, accuracy, and compliance for the entire group of companies.
• Evaluate, negotiate, and manage service providers for cost efficiency and performance quality.
• Standardize HR tools, systems, and workflows across subsidiaries for seamless Group‑wide alignment.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high‑performing HR operations team.
• Work closely with business leaders, branch managers, and subsidiary heads to ensure HR alignment and proactive support.
• Advise senior leadership on HR strategy, workforce planning, compensation decisions, and organisational risks.
• Promote a strong internal culture of accountability, professionalism, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum 6 years of HR experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Experience in automotive, retail, workshop operations, or fast‑paced SMEs is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of Malaysian labour law and HR best practices.
• Hands‑on experience with HRIS, ATS, Ipayroll systems (HR2000), and digital HR tools.
• Experience in HR system implementation or migration is highly preferred.
• Strong analytical skills, especially in manpower planning and HR metrics.
• Bachelor’s degree; comfortable working with numbers and data.

You Should Have / Be

• Strategic Partner: Able to align HR strategies with business needs and growth plans.
• Systems Thinker: Designs structured, scalable HR processes for multi‑subsidiary operations.
• Operational Excellence: Ensures accuracy, compliance, and high standards in payroll and HR operations.
• Strong Communicator: Able to influence, guide, and support managers across all levels.
• Data‑Informed: Uses HR analytics to drive decisions, identify gaps, and improve outcomes.
• Builder’s Mindset: Thrives in a growing, fast‑changing organisation; enjoys creating systems and frameworks.
• High Integrity: Handles sensitive and confidential matters with professionalism and fairness.
• People Developer: Able to coach managers and grow HR team capabilities.
• Culture Champion: Promotes Group values and reinforces strong workplace culture across all subsidiaries.

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