Senior Manager, Centre Of Excellence

APM CORPORATE SERVICES SDN BHD; Port Klang, Klang City; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading human resources company in Port Klang seeks a Head of Centre of Excellence to lead HR strategy and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and 15+ years of HR experience, including 5+ years in leadership roles. Responsibilities include implementing innovative HR programs and driving talent acquisition and learning frameworks. Strong leadership and expertise in HR technology are critical. This position offers a chance to shape HR practices and enhance workforce performance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 15 years of HR experience, 5 years in leadership roles.
• Proven track record in managing CoEs or strategic HR projects.
• HR certifications such as SHRM-SCP or CIPD preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies supporting Group growth.
• Lead talent acquisition and learning frameworks across the Group.
• Drive innovation in HR technology and use people analytics.

Skills

HR strategy development

Talent acquisition

Learning and development

HR technology

People analytics

Leadership

Change management

Education

Bachelor's degree in human resources or related field

Master's degree

HR certifications (SHRM-SCP, CIPD)

Job description

Job Overview

To lead and drive the strategic development and operational excellence of the Centre of Excellence (CoE) in alignment with the Group's business and human capital objectives, while establishing and overseeing best practices, frameworks, and policies across HR performance, talent acquisition, learning and development, reward and performance, as well as HR technology and analytics. This role also involves providing thought leadership and subject matter expertise to build and sustain a high-performance workforce across the Group.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies and programs across all CoE domains that support the Group's growth and regional expansion.
• Lead and design, standardization and deployment of Group-wide talent acquisition, learning and rewards frameworks.
• Drive continuous innovation in HR technology and leverage people analytics for decision‑making and workforce insights.
• Establish governance and compliance mechanisms in all CoE practices and policies.
• Collaborate with HR Business Partners and subsidiaries to ensure alignment and customization of CoE initiatives.
• Monitor market trends and best practices to keep the Group HR ahead in terms of competitiveness and innovation.
• Ensure the CoE team delivers value‑added services, tools, and solutions that elevate employee experience and business performance.
• Champion cultural and capability transformation through strategic L&D and talent development initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration or related field
• Master's degree is an added advantage
• Minimum 15 years of HR experience with at least 5 years in HR leadership roles
• Proven track record in managing CoEs or strategic HR projects in listed companies or MNCs.
• HR certifications such as SHRM‑SCP, CIPD or equivalent preferred
• Certification in Talent, OD or HR Analytics is a plus

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Application Questions

• 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 Head of Centres of Excellence?