Senior Manager / Head, Human Resources | Retail

Hunters International Sdn Bhd; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 156,240 - 200,880; Full time

Job summary

Hunters International Sdn Bhd is seeking a Senior HR Leader to develop and implement HR strategies that align with business objectives. The role requires at least 10 years of HR leadership experience, focusing on compensation, talent management, and employee relations.

The position is based in Subang Jaya, Selangor, offering a competitive remuneration between MYR 14,000 to MYR 18,000, negotiable based on experience.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in a senior HR leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of HR best practices and labor laws.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute HR strategy aligned with business goals.
• Lead compensation and benefits strategy and compliance.
• Drive talent management and employee engagement initiatives.
• Establish governance frameworks and consistent policy application.

Skills

Compensation & Benefits

Talent Management

Learning & Development

Employee Relations

Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Communication Skills

Education

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

Job description

About our client:

Our client is a Malaysian Convenience Store brand which focuses on the concept of bringing neighborhood grocery plus convenience idea to the consumer market, with around 100+ outlets nationwide.

Key Responsibilities:

1. HR Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute the overall HR strategy in alignment with the company's business goals.
• Act as a strategic partner to senior leadership on organisational design, workforce planning, and people initiatives.
• Provide leadership and guidance to the HR team, ensuring operational excellence and continuous improvements.

2. Compensation & Benefits (C&B)

• Lead compensation and benefits strategy, including salary benchmarking and market competitiveness analysis.
• Review and enhance compensation structures, incentive schemes, and employee benefits to attract and retain talent.
• Ensure compliance with local labour laws and regulatory requirements.

3. Talent Management

• Drive end-to-end talent management strategies, including workforce planning, succession planning, and performance management.
• Partner with leaders to identify, develop, and retain high‑potential employees.
• Strengthen employer branding and employee value proposition.

4. Learning & Development (L&D)

• Develop and implement learning and development frameworks to support leadership capability and employee growth.
• Identify skills gaps and design training programmes aligned with business needs.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and development.

5. Policies & Governance

• Review, update, and maintain the company handbook and HR policies to ensure relevance, compliance, and best practices.
• Establish clear HR governance frameworks and ensure consistent policy application across the organisation.

6. Employee Relations

• Strengthen employee relations by fostering open communication, trust, and engagement.
• Manage complex employee relations matters, including conflict resolution and disciplinary processes.
• Drive initiatives to improve employee engagement, well‑being, and organizational culture.

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 10 years of experience in a senior HR leadership role or equivalent experience.
• Strong knowledge of compensation & benefits, talent management, L&D, and employee relations.
• Solid understanding of labour laws and HR best practices.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.

Working Location:

Subang Jaya, Selangor

Remuneration:

MYR 14,000 - MYR 18,000 (Open to further discussion depending on experience)