Regional HR Leader: Build & Scale People Function

Ambition; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Ambition is seeking a Regional HR Manager in Petaling Jaya to shape the people function across Malaysia and Singapore. You will design and implement a regional HR strategy with autonomy and CEO-level visibility in a fast‑moving pharmaceutical/healthcare context.

You will lead recruitment, payroll, compliance, and employee relations while building scalable HR processes and capabilities for two markets. This is a ground‑up build with strategic impact.

Qualifications

• 7-12 years of progressive HR experience, including 3-5 years in a senior HR Manager or HRBP capacity.
• Experience building HR functions in standalone or greenfield settings.
• Solid understanding of Malaysian and Singapore employment legislation.
• Background in pharmaceutical, healthcare, or a regulated sector is a strong advantage.
• Degree in HR, Business Admin, or related field; CIPD or SHRM certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Craft and execute a people strategy aligned to regional business objectives.
• Streamline HR policies, governance frameworks, and compliance structures across Malaysia and Singapore.
• Lead end-to-end recruitment and contribute to employer branding efforts.
• Manage employee relations, engagement initiatives, and disciplinary processes.
• Design and implement performance management and talent development programmes.
• Oversee payroll processes and statutory compliance across both markets (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, CPF).

Skills

People strategy

Recruitment

Employer branding

Employee relations

Performance management

Talent development

Payroll

Compliance

Education

Degree in HR or related field

CIPD or SHRM certification

Job description

Ambition is seeking a Regional HR Manager in Petaling Jaya to shape the people function across Malaysia and Singapore. You will design and implement a regional HR strategy with autonomy and CEO-level visibility in a fast‑moving pharmaceutical/healthcare context.

You will lead recruitment, payroll, compliance, and employee relations while building scalable HR processes and capabilities for two markets. This is a ground‑up build with strategic impact.