Regional HR Manager

Businesslist; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Businesslist is seeking a Regional HR Manager in Kuala Lumpur to lead end-to-end talent acquisition across Malaysia, Singapore, and other ASEAN markets. You will source top talent via LinkedIn, networks, and executive search, conduct competency-based interviews, and advise hiring managers on recruitment strategy.

The role requires 8+ years of HR experience, strong Labour Law knowledge, and hands-on leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business or related field with minimum 8 years HR experience.
• Proven track record in recruiting technical, specialist and commercial talent.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian Labour Law; experience with Singapore/ASEAN regs is a plus.
• Hands-on leader with business acumen and proactive stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end regional talent acquisition strategies across MY, SG and other ASEAN countries.
• Source and attract high-calibre candidates through LinkedIn, networks, direct sourcing, and executive search.
• Conduct competency-based interviews and provide recruitment advisory to hiring managers.
• Monitor recruitment KPIs such as time-to-hire and quality-of-hire.
• Drive employer branding to strengthen talent pipeline.
• Partner with department heads on workforce planning and capability gaps.
• Develop HR policies, governance frameworks, performance management KPIs, and appraisals.
• Lead succession planning and leadership development initiatives.
• Manage employee relations, disciplinary matters, and compliance with local/regional laws.
• Advise management on compensation, benefits, and HR strategies aligned with growth.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Stakeholder management

People leadership

Strategic HR

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business or related field

Job description

Regional HR Manager Posting Date : 03 Sep 2026 | Close Date :02 Dec 2026

• Lead end-to-end regional talent acquisition strategies across MY, SG and other ASEAN countries


• Source and attract high-calibre candidates through LinkedIn, professional networks, direct sourcing, and executive search agencies.


• Conduct competency-based interviews and provide recruitment recommendations and advisory support to hiring managers.


• Monitor and manage recruitment KPIs, including time-to-hire, quality-of-hire, and overall recruitment effectiveness.


• Drive employer branding initiatives to strengthen the company’s talent pipeline and market positioning.


• Partner with department heads on workforce planning, organisational development, and capability gap assessments.


• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, governance frameworks, performance management systems, KPIs, and appraisal processes.


• Lead succession planning and leadership development initiatives to strengthen the organisation’s management pipeline.


• Manage employee relations, disciplinary matters, grievances, domestic inquiries, and compliance with Malaysian and regional employment regulations.


• Advise management on strategic compensation, benefits, talent management, engagement, retention, and HR strategies aligned with business growth objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in HR, Business or related field with minimum 8 years of HR experience


• Proven track record in recruiting technical, specialist and commercial or business development talent, ideally within Manufacturing, Commodities or Recycling industries.


• Strong knowledge of Malaysian Labour Law; experience with Singapore or other ASEAN employment regulations is a strong plus.


• Hands-on leader with strong business acumen, high proactiveness and excellent stakeholder management skills.

Sub Specialization : Human Resource;HR Generalist;Business Partner Type of Employment : Permanent Minimum Experience : 8 Years

Work Location : Kuala Lumpur