Strategic HR Partnering Manager, Malaysia

Agensi Pekerjaan Asia Recruit Sdn Bhd; Subang Jaya; On-site; MYR 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Agensi Pekerjaan Asia Recruit Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced HR Partnering Manager to lead HR for Malaysia operations. You will work with regional HQ to shape HR strategies aligned to local labour law and business goals.

You will partner with senior leadership, drive recruitment, onboarding, succession planning, and employee development while overseeing payroll, compliance and budget management. Strong English and HR certification are advantageous for this role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related field.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant HR experience in a multinational or regional organisation.
• Proven experience in HR business partnering and full-spectrum HR management.
• Strong knowledge of Malaysian labour law, payroll, employee relations and expatriate matters.
• Experience in HR budgeting, administration and facilities management.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management, with problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and MS Office, with HR system experience.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Professional HR certification (e.g. SHRM) is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Partner with senior management and line managers, providing HR insights and advice that support business needs.
• Lead recruitment, onboarding, talent pipeline planning, succession planning and employee development.
• Oversee performance management, employee relations and disciplinary matters.
• Identify training needs, coordinate learning programmes and manage the training budget.
• Manage payroll, employee records, HR policies and statutory compliance.
• Prepare and manage the annual HR budget, and track HR metrics and reports for management and regional HQ.
• Drive employee engagement, CSR, sports and recreation, and staff welfare activities.
• Coordinate expatriate matters, including work permits, immigration and relocation.
• Oversee office administration, facilities, vendors, travel arrangements and company asset.

Skills

HR business partnering

Stakeholder management

Communication

MS Excel

HR system experience

English proficiency

Education

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

SHRM or equivalent HR certification

Job description

Agensi Pekerjaan Asia Recruit Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced HR Partnering Manager to lead HR for Malaysia operations. You will work with regional HQ to shape HR strategies aligned to local labour law and business goals.

You will partner with senior leadership, drive recruitment, onboarding, succession planning, and employee development while overseeing payroll, compliance and budget management. Strong English and HR certification are advantageous for this role.