Senior Executive, Human Resources

Informa Plc; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global events company in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a motivated Senior HR Executive to enhance employee engagement and compliance. The role involves supporting recruitment, managing employee relations, and ensuring HR strategies align with organizational goals. Ideal candidates will have 3-5 years of HR experience in a fast-paced environment and knowledge of Malaysian labor laws.

Benefits

Flexible personal benefits

Private medical cover

Career development opportunities

Annual leave plus birthday leave

Opportunity to work remotely for four weeks a year

Community events and diversity initiatives

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive HR experience in an MNC or fast-paced environment.
• Good knowledge of Malaysian labor laws and HR best practices.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and detail-oriented skills.

Responsibilities

• Support recruitment activities including job postings and onboarding.
• Manage employee relations and maintain employee records.
• Ensure HR compliance with local labor laws and company policies.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Problem-solving skills

Confidentiality handling

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management or related field

Job description

Company Description

Informa Markets, a division within Informa, creates global platforms for industries. We organise over 500 large-scale branded and transaction-oriented events in 14 specialist markets. These are typically not-to-be-missed annual events where buyers and sellers build relationships, see and show products and do business. We also provide year-round online platforms where companies showcase their businesses and products and buyers conduct research, generating valuable leads, and we provide data and digital content that supports the flow of knowledge and transactions in markets

Job Description

This role is based in our Sunway VISIO Tower office

We are seeking a motivated and experienced Senior HR Executive to join our dynamic Human Resources team. This role supports the HR Manager in delivering effective HR solutions aligned with our organizational goals. You will be a key player in driving HR initiatives that enhance employee engagement, compliance, and operational efficiency in our multicultural, fast-paced MNC environment. Assist the HR Manager in implementing HR strategies, policies, and processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Support recruitment activities including job postings, interview coordination, and onboarding.
• Manage employee relations by addressing queries, facilitating communications, and maintaining employee records.
• Assist in organizing training and development programs that align with business and employee needs.
• Ensure HR compliance with local labour laws and company policies.
• Participate in HR projects such as employee engagement activities, surveys, and process improvements.
• Prepare HR reports and assist with HR metrics tracking for management review.
• Act as a liaison between employees and management to promote a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of progressive HR experience, preferably in an MNC or fast-paced organization.
• Good knowledge of the Malaysian labor laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
• Self-motivated with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Team player with a proactive and customer-oriented approach.

Benefits

We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding, supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Here’s some of what you can expect when you join us. But don’t just take our word for it – see what our colleagues have to say at LifeAt.Informa.com

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events, our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active diversity and inclusion networks
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer, with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning, mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When it’s time for the next step, we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: annual leave plus a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
• A flexible range of personal benefits to choose from, plus company funded private medical cover
• A ShareMatch scheme that allows you to become an Informa shareholder with free matching shares
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance, mental health first aiders and more
• Recognition for great work, with global awards and kudos programmes
• As an international company, the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

Additional Information

We’re not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up, join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most – although not all – of the skills and experience listed, we welcome your application.

If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and, or in the advertised position, please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. At Informa, you'll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments, we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses, including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.

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