Senior Executive, Human Resource

JOHRA JEWELS SDN. BHD.; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Malaysian employer is seeking a Human Resources Executive to lead recruitment processes, administer payroll, and enhance employee development programs. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related fields, strong interpersonal skills, and experience in HR compliance. This role will play a vital part in fostering a positive work environment while ensuring adherence to labor laws and internal policies. Competitive salary and benefits provided.

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of HR policies and processes.
• Experience with employee onboarding and offboarding.
• Previous experience in administrative roles is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-cycle recruitment including sourcing and interviewing.
• Oversee employee onboarding to ensure smooth transitions.
• Manage performance appraisal cycles and improvement initiatives.
• Plan and execute training and development programs.
• Administer payroll and ensure compliance with labor laws.

Skills

Interpersonal and communication skills

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Organizational skills

Proficient in MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (HR certification is an added advantage).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport across all levels of the organization.
• Proficient in MS Office applications.
• Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail.
• Discreet and professional in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills; able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team.
• Previous experience in administrative roles or office management will be an added advantage.

Talent Acquisition & Management

• Lead full‑cycle recruitment, including sourcing, interviewing, selection, and hiring.
• Oversee employee onboarding and offboarding to ensure smooth and compliant transitions.
• Manage performance appraisal cycles and support continuous performance improvement initiatives.

Employee Development & Relations

• Plan, execute, and monitor training, learning, and development programs to enhance workforce capabilities.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive and productive work environment.
• Address employee concerns and facilitate fair and timely conflict resolution.

Compensation, Benefits & Compliance

• Administer payroll, benefits, and statutory contributions accurately and in a timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulatory requirements, and internal HR policies.
• Maintain accurate HR records, documentation, and audit‑ready reports.

HR Strategy & Operations

• Develop, review, and implement HR policies, SOPs, and best practices.
• Utilize HR metrics and analytics to support data‑driven decision‑making.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency.

Preferred: Strong knowledge of (ESD) processes, including work permit applications and renewals via the FWCMS system, as well as compliance requirements. Experience in handling government‑related matters will be an added advantage.

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Your application will include the following questions:

• Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Malaysia?
• What's your expected monthly basic salary?
• Which of the following types of qualifications do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have as a Human Resources Executive?
• How many years of recruitment experience do you have?
• How many years' experience do you have in Human Resources (HR)?
• How many years of payroll experience do you have?
• Which of the following Microsoft Office products are you experienced with?

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