Sr. HR BUSINESS PARTNER (Country HR)

Atos SE; Cyberjaya; On-site; MYR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in digital transformation is seeking a Senior Human Resource Partner/Country HR Manager to drive strategic HR initiatives across Malaysia. The role involves overseeing HR operations, ensuring compliance with local employment regulations, and collaborating with stakeholders to align HR strategies with business goals. The ideal candidate has at least 10 years of experience as an HR Business Partner and a strong understanding of Malaysian labor laws. This role offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to impact the organization significantly.

Qualifications

• At least 10 years of relevant HR Business Partner experience, preferably in a multinational or fast-paced environment.
• Strong and up-to-date understanding of Malaysian labour laws (Employment Act, Industrial Relations Act, etc.).
• Demonstrated experience leading HR Teams and managing complex employee relations matters.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the end-to-end HR function for the country, ensuring service excellence.
• Serve as the primary liaison with government authorities, auditors, and legal entities.
• Champion key initiatives related to employee wellbeing and diversity & inclusion.

Skills

HR Business Partner experience

Strong communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Stakeholder management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in human resources or Business Administration

Job description

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Atos Group is a global leader in digital transformation with c. 67,000 employees and annual revenue of c. €10 billion, operating in 61 countries under two brands — Atos for services and Eviden for products. European number one in cybersecurity, cloud and high performance computing, Atos Group is committed to a secure and decarbonized future and provides tailored AI-powered, end-to-end solutions for all industries. Atos Group is the brand under which Atos SE (Societas Europaea) operates. Atos SE is listed on Euronext Paris.

The purpose of Atos Group is to help design the future of the information space. Its expertise and services support the development of knowledge, education and research in a multicultural approach and contribute to the development of scientific and technological excellence. Across the world, the Group enables its customers and employees, and members of societies at large to live, work and develop sustainably, in a safe and secure information space.

About the Job:

The Senior Human Resource Partner/Country HR Manager plays a critical leadership role in driving strategic people initiatives while overseeing all HR Operations within the country. This position serves as a trusted advisor to key business stakeholders and leaders, provides strategic workforce guidance, and ensures compliance with local employment regulations.

The incumbent ensures full compliance with local employment regulations in Malaysia and leads key areas including talent management, organizational development, employee engagement, and HR governance to support both business transformation and operational excellence.

Key Requirements:

• At least 10 years of relevant HR Business Partner experience, preferably in a multinational or fast-paced environment.
• Bachelor’s degree in human resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Strong and up-to-date understanding of Malaysian labour laws, including the Employment Act, Industrial Relations Act, Trade Unions Act, and statutory requirements (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, HRDF, LHDN).
• Strong communication, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.
• Demonstrated experience leading HR Teams HR teams and managing complex employee relations matters.

Role and Responsibilities:

• Collaboration with country stakeholders to understand the business goals and translate them into effective HR strategies related to staffing, recruitment, engagement and retention.
• Lead and oversee the end-to-end HR function for the country, ensuring service excellence.
• Ensure compliance with all Malaysian labour laws and statutory requirements.
• Serve as the primary liaison with government authorities, auditors, and legal entities.
• Oversee performance management cycles, including goal setting, feedback processes, and talent reviews.
• Support leaders in identifying high-potential, talent and driving succession planning and leadership development initiatives.
• Drive initiatives to strengthen leadership capability and workforce effectiveness.
• Provide expert guidance on employee relations, investigations, disciplinary matters, and conflict resolution.
• Promote a positive and inclusive work environment through data-driven engagement strategies.
• Champion key initiatives related to employee wellbeing, diversity & inclusion, and culture-building initiatives.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and assimilation of new hires
• Manage compensation & benefits, payroll accuracy, and the full employee lifecycle processes.
• Manage complex employee relations (ER) cases, workplace investigations, disciplinary actions, and grievance procedures with local law and Group Policy.
• Review and update HR policies, handbooks, and compliance-related documents.
• Ensure accurate and timely workforce data management, HR reporting and analysis to support business decision-making.
• Lead HR-related change management activities related to restructuring, transformation, and new initiatives.
• Drive continuous improvement in HR processes and employee

Here at Atos, diversity and inclusion are embedded in our DNA. Read more about our commitment to a fair work environment for all.

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