Senior Executive/ Assistant Manager - HR (Employee Engagement) (30051)

Sunway Education Group; Selangor; On-site; MYR 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An educational institution in Malaysia is seeking a Senior Executive/Assistant Manager for HR focused on employee engagement. The role involves planning and executing engagement initiatives, analyzing feedback, and enhancing workplace culture. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in HR or related fields and 2-5 years of experience in HR or event management. Excellent communication, project management, and analytical skills are crucial. This position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in fostering a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2-5 years of experience in employee engagement, HR, or event management.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives.
• Able to interpret survey data and generate actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute employee engagement activities that promote connection and well-being.
• Lead deployment of engagement surveys and analyze results for insights.
• Support culture-building campaigns and prepare engaging communication materials.

Skills

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or related field

Job description

Senior Executive/ Assistant Manager - HR (Employee Engagement) (30051)

Sunway Education Group is seeking a bright and enthusiastic individual who is passionate about delivering excellent HR services and support to join our HR team.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Engagement Initiatives

Plan, design, and execute a year-round calendar of monthly employee engagement activities that promote connection, well-being, and a positive workplace culture.

Oversee end-to-end event management including budgeting, vendor coordination, logistics, promotion, registration, and post-event evaluation.

Ensure engagement activities are inclusive and meet the needs of diverse employee groups across departments.

Engagement Surveys & Insights

Lead the deployment of engagement surveys, pulse checks, and targeted feedback mechanisms (e.g., focus groups, quick polls).

Analyse survey results and prepare clear, data-driven insights, dashboards, and recommendations for management and HODs.

Facilitate post-survey discussions with HODs to identify engagement gaps and support them in developing action plans.

Monitor progress of department-level action items and provide guidance on improving engagement outcomes.

Communication & Culture Building

Support the creation and rollout of culture-building campaigns such as recognition programmes, appreciation initiatives, and values activation.

Prepare engaging communication materials including posters, announcements, decks, videos, and newsletters to promote engagement events and key messages.

Curate employee stories, success highlights, and visuals that reinforce a culture of appreciation and belonging.

Maintain accurate documentation, reports, and archives of all engagement initiatives.

Employee Experience & Continuous Improvement

Continuously evaluate the impact of engagement initiatives using data, participation metrics, and employee sentiment.

Identify opportunities to enhance the employee experience across the employee lifecycle (e.g., onboarding experience, internal events, recognition touchpoints).

Stay updated on emerging trends in employee engagement, workplace culture, and HR practices to recommend innovative approaches.

General HR Support

Assist in other HR projects or initiatives related to employee experience, culture, well-being, and recognition.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.

Minimum 2 – 5 years of experience in employee engagement, HR, internal communications, or event management (experience range may vary depending on Senior Executive or Assistant Manager level).

Strong project management and organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple initiatives at once.

Creative, resourceful, and able to design activities that resonate with diverse employee groups.

Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

Good analytical skills with the ability to interpret survey data and generate actionable insights.

Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.

Able to work independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

High level of initiative, professionalism, and customer-centricity.

We thank all applicants for expressing their interest in this vacancy. Please note that only shortlisted applicants will be notified.

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