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Location: Kuala Lumpur, MY

This key role will be responsible for overseeing and leading the HR function across our Malaysian entities, ensuring alignment with our global HR policies and local regulations. The ideal candidate will possess extensive HR experience and a deep understanding of Malaysian labor laws and practices within the financial services domain. The role also involves data, analytics, and process coordination across all HR functions. The role collaborates with HR and Business DOOs, Coordinators, and Business Managers to align the people agenda. Additionally, the role will work across HR Specialist functions and Strategic Pillars, serving as the central contact for operational activities and supporting key project implementations.

Responsibilities include:

1. Knowledge of Malaysian labor laws, HR best practices, and trends.
2. Oversee and coordinate HR core processes such as performance management, talent reviews, succession planning, compensation reviews, employee engagement surveys, and employee lifecycle activities.
3. Manage talent acquisition processes to attract and retain top talent, ensuring diversity and inclusion.
4. Ensure compliance with local labor laws, regulations, and company policies; manage relationships with government agencies.
5. Develop and monitor HR metrics, providing regular reports to senior management.
6. Lead HR initiatives and projects, reinforcing policies and devising solutions within policy frameworks.

About the Team:

Swiss Re’s Human Resources team aims to unlock employee potential and support our vision to make work more resilient. We partner with managers and employees to enable sustainable performance and foster a culture of accountability and performance. We strive to provide an attractive, flexible, and inclusive work environment that adapts to changing needs.

About You:

Key skills and knowledge:

• Minimum 12 years’ HR experience in the financial services industry.
• Experience managing senior stakeholders.
• Familiarity with Bank Negara regulations, HR governance, labor law, ER, and compliance.
• Experience in local recruitment markets.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data and generate insights.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with experience in executive reporting.
• Structured and organized work approach.
• Hands-on HR management knowledge in a global environment.

Personal attributes:

• Strong interpersonal skills and a team player attitude.
• Client-oriented with a problem-solving mindset.
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and act decisively.
• Accountable and ownership-driven.
• Global mindset and process-oriented approach.

About Swiss Re:

Swiss Re is a leading provider of reinsurance, insurance, and risk transfer solutions, committed to making the world more resilient. With over 14,000 employees globally, we cover a wide range of risks and foster an inclusive culture that encourages diversity, innovation, and sustainability.

If you are an experienced professional returning to work after a career break, we welcome your application.

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