Senior Human Resource Specialist - REMOTE

LESTARS MANAGEMENT CONSULTANCY; Kuala Lumpur; Remote; MYR 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading management consultancy is seeking an experienced Senior HR Specialist to join their fully remote team. The ideal candidate will have expertise across all HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, labor law compliance, and performance management. Fluency in Mandarin and English is essential, along with strong organizational and decision-making skills. This position offers a competitive salary, performance bonuses, and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and performance bonuses

Opportunities for professional growth

Flexible working hours

Inclusive and collaborative team culture

Fully remote working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum 5–7 years of HR experience, including recruitment and labor law compliance.
• Strong knowledge of international and Chinese labor laws.
• Experience working in a remote, multicultural environment.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment process for global and local positions.
• Ensure full compliance with labor laws and regulations.
• Oversee employee lifecycle processes: onboarding, offboarding, etc.
• Handle employee issues and grievances professionally.
• Assist in developing compensation structures and benefit programs.
• Partner with leadership to align HR strategy with business goals.

Skills

Fluency in Mandarin Chinese

Fluency in English

Interpersonal skills

Negotiation skills

Conflict-resolution skills

Organizational skills

Decision-making ability

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Senior HR Specialist with a strong command of Chinese (Mandarin) to join our team remotely. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise across all HR functions, including talent acquisition, employee relations, HR compliance, compensation and benefits, labor law, and performance management. This role requires a strategic thinker who can also operate hands-on in day-to-day HR operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

  • Manage end-to-end recruitment process for global and local positions.

  • Develop sourcing strategies and conduct interviews in both Chinese and English.

  • Maintain relationships with recruitment agencies and platforms.

• Labor Law & Compliance

  • Ensure full compliance with local and international labor laws and regulations.

  • Maintain and update HR policies, employee handbook, and contracts in line with legal requirements.

• HR Operations

  • Oversee employee lifecycle processes: onboarding, offboarding, transfers, etc.

  • Administer HR systems and maintain employee records.

• Employee Relations

  • Handle employee issues and grievances professionally and in compliance with legal standards.

  • Support performance management and disciplinary procedures.

• Compensation & Benefits

  • Assist in developing compensation structures and benefit programs.

  • Work with finance and payroll teams to ensure accurate and timely payments.

• Strategic HR Support

  • Partner with leadership to align HR strategy with business goals.

  • Provide coaching and support to managers on HR best practices.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master's preferred).

• Minimum 5–7 years of HR experience, including recruitment and labor law compliance.

• Fluency in Mandarin Chinese and English (written and verbal).

• Strong knowledge of international and Chinese labor laws.

• Experience working in a remote, multicultural environment.

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills.

• Strong organizational and decision‑making ability.

What We Offer:

• Fully remote working environment

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses

• Opportunities for professional growth

• Inclusive and collaborative team culture

• Flexible working hours