Senior HR Executive

Private Advertiser; Petaling Jaya; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Private Advertiser in Malaysia seeks an experienced HR Generalist to manage day-to-day HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, payroll, employee relations and performance management. You will work with management and project teams to provide robust HR support for both office staff and project site personnel.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, organized, and adaptable, contributing to HR initiatives that support business growth, workforce planning, and operational excellence.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HRM/BA required.
• Experience in payroll, recruitment, employee relations and HR administration.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian Employment Act and labour regulations.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Independent, multi-tasking, deadline-driven and confidential.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compensation & benefits, performance management, and engagement.
• Oversee monthly payroll administration and ensure accuracy and timely processing.
• Ensure HR policies are compliant with labour laws and statutory requirements.
• Manage employee lifecycle: hiring, confirmation, promotion, transfer, resignation, and exit processes.
• Provide guidance and support to managers on HR-related matters.
• Coordinate performance appraisals and support talent development initiatives.
• Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation and reports.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, policies and efficiency.
• Support management in implementing HR initiatives and organizational development.

Skills

HR Generalist

Recruitment

Payroll

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management or Business Administration

Job description

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing day-to-day HR operations, including recruitment and talent acquisition, payroll administration, employee relations, performance management, compensation and benefits, and HR compliance. The role will work closely with management and project teams to ensure effective HR support for both office-based employees and project site personnel.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, organised, adaptable, and capable of contributing to HR initiatives that support business growth, workforce planning, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Manage the full spectrum of HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, compensation and benefits, performance management, and employee engagement.

Oversee monthly payroll administration and ensure accuracy and timely processing.

Handle HR policies, procedures, and ensure compliance with applicable labour laws and statutory requirements.

Manage employee lifecycle activities, including hiring, confirmation, promotion, transfer, resignation, and exit processes.

Provide guidance and support to managers and employees on HR-related matters.

Coordinate performance appraisal exercises and support talent development initiatives.

Maintain accurate employee records, HR documentation, and HR reports.

Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, policies, and operational efficiency.

Support management in implementing HR initiatives and organizational development activities.

Perform other HR-related duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

Minimum 5–7 years of relevant HR working experience, preferably in a generalist capacity.

Strong knowledge of Malaysian Employment Act 1955 and applicable labour regulations.

Hands-on experience in payroll, recruitment, employee relations, and HR administration.

Good understanding of statutory contributions and compliance requirements (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, and PCB).

Strong communication, interpersonal, analytical, and problem-solving skills.

Able to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet deadlines.

Proactive, mature, resourceful, and possesses a high level of integrity and confidentiality.