Regional HR Manager (MY & SG)

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

Regional HR Manager | Petaling Jaya | Permanent

This is a rare chance to build something that truly matters. Our client - a growing pharmaceutical and healthcare business with regional reach - is looking for an experienced HR professional ready to shape the people function from the ground up across Malaysia and Singapore. If you thrive in fast-moving environments and enjoy both strategic thinking and hands‑on execution, this could be the role you've been waiting for.

Why Apply?

You’ll have genuine autonomy to design and lead a people function with direct CEO‑level visibility, spanning two markets. This isn't about maintaining the status quo - it's about building something meaningful from scratch and making a real impact in a purpose‑driven environment.

The Role

Here’s where you’ll make your mark:

• 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)

What We're Looking For

You’ll bring the following to the table:

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

JTK Number: JTKSM 995 | Company Registration Number: 201301019088 (1048918-T)