Strategic HR Generalist: Talent, Payroll & Compliance

Edmund Tie & Company; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 54,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Edmund Tie & Company is seeking an HR Executive to support day-to-day HR operations in Kuala Lumpur. The role handles recruitment, payroll administration, HR documentation and policy implementation, ensuring compliance with Malaysian labour laws.

You will liaise with managers, manage onboarding, contracts and attendance records, and assist in performance management and training activities. Strong MS Office skills and integrity are essential.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 2–3 years of HR experience.
• Good knowledge of Malaysian labour laws and statutory requirements.
• Familiarity with payroll processing and HR administration.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and Word.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment process: postings, sourcing, screening and interview coordination.
• Coordinate interviews and hiring decisions with managers.
• Prepare offers and onboarding for new employees.
• Maintain recruitment tracker and candidate database.
• Maintain and update employee files and HR records.
• Prepare employment contracts and HR correspondence.
• Oversee onboarding, confirmations, resignations, exits and attendance records.
• Assist in payroll preparation and processing; ensure accurate payroll data.
• Coordinate payroll-related matters with Finance.
• Address employees’ HR inquiries and handle grievances.
• Support performance management and training activities.
• Ensure HR practices comply with Malaysian labour laws and statutory requirements.

Skills

Recruitment & Selection

Payroll administration

HR documentation

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Organisational skills

MS Office proficiency

Education

Diploma/ Bachelor’s in Human Resource Management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel & Word)

Job description

Edmund Tie & Company is seeking an HR Executive to support day-to-day HR operations in Kuala Lumpur. The role handles recruitment, payroll administration, HR documentation and policy implementation, ensuring compliance with Malaysian labour laws.

You will liaise with managers, manage onboarding, contracts and attendance records, and assist in performance management and training activities. Strong MS Office skills and integrity are essential.