Senior Human Resources Manager

First Point Group; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global data center is seeking a Senior HR Manager to join their team in Johore. The successful candidate will provide strategic HR partnership, lead talent acquisition, manage employee relations, and ensure HR compliance. Candidates should possess a Bachelor's degree in HR and have over 8 years of progressive experience in HR management. This role is pivotal in fostering a positive work environment while aligning HR strategies with business objectives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of progressive HR experience in a leadership role.
• In-depth knowledge of legal requirements in HR management.
• Experience in managing employee relations and performance management.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the trusted advisor to the Site Director on people-related matters.
• Lead HR initiatives related to talent acquisition and onboarding.
• Manage employee relations issues and foster a positive work environment.
• Oversee performance review cycles and compensation planning.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and legal regulations.

Skills

Strategic HR Business Partnership

Talent Acquisition

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Our client, a global data center is looking to hire a Senior HR Manager to be based in Johore.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Business Partnership

• Serve as the trusted advisor to the Site Director and leadership team on all people-related matters.
• Translate business objectives into a cohesive HR strategy that addresses current and future talent needs.
• Analyze HR metrics (turnover, engagement, safety incidents) to identify trends and develop proactive solutions.
• Lead organizational design and change management initiatives related to site expansion, restructuring, or process improvements.

Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

• Partner with Talent Acquisition to develop effective sourcing strategies for hard-to-fill technical roles (e.g., Critical Facility Engineers, Electrical/HVAC Technicians).
• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for managerial and key site roles, ensuring a positive candidate experience.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Proactively manage and resolve complex employee relations issues, conducting effective, thorough, and objective investigations as needed.
• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work environment in a 24/7 operational setting.

Performance & Talent Management

• Lead the annual performance review cycle, coaching managers on providing constructive feedback and setting clear goals.
• Identify high-potential employees and work with leaders to create tailored development and succession plans.
• Manage the compensation planning process for the site, ensuring internal equity and market competitiveness for technical roles.

HR Compliance & Policy

• Ensure consistent application of company policies, procedures, and practices, with a strong emphasis on safety protocols.
• Maintain in-depth knowledge of legal requirements related to day-to-day management of employees, reducing legal risks and ensuring regulatory compliance (e.g., OSHA, FMLA, ADA).
• Manage all site-based workers' compensation claims in partnership with EHS and legal teams.

Qualifications & Experience

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 8+ years of progressive HR experience