Senior HR Manager
Job Title Senior HR Manager
Company: East Found Malaysia Sdn BhdLocation: LOT 3972, Mukim Jeram Batu, 81500 Pekan Nanas, Pontian, Johor, Malaysia
Department: Human Resources Department
Reports to: Chief Operating Officer (COO)
Employment Type: Full-time
Language Requirement: Proficient in both English and Mandarin
Requirements:
Language Proficiency: Fluency in Mandarin, English and Bahasa Malaysia is mandatory. We are seeking candidates proficient in Mandarin to effectively communicate with Mandarin-speaking clients.
Experience: Minimum 8–10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior/managerial role.Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.
Skills:
- Exceptional leadership and stakeholder management skills (executive-level communication).
- Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Expertise in talent acquisition (including Employment Pass/S Pass sponsorship), employer branding, and employee retention strategies.
- Familiar with government relationship communication.
- Availability: Able to start immediately.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic HR Planning & Alignment
Conduct workforce planning to address Malaysia’s multicultural workforce dynamics, ensuring diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives are prioritized.
Forecast staffing needs considering Malaysia’s economic trends, labor market conditions, and sector-specific challenges (e.g., digital transformation in key industries).
Acquisition & Employer Branding
Lead end-to-end recruitment for all levels, including expatriate hires requiring Employment Pass (EP) or S Pass sponsorship under Malaysia’s Immigration Act.
Build employer branding strategies tailored to Malaysia’s competitive talent landscape, leveraging platforms like LinkedIn and Jobstreet.
Employee Relations & Compliance
Ensure strict adherence to Malaysian labor laws, including Employees’ Provident Fund (EPF), Social Security Organization (SOCSO) contributions, and Human Resource Development Fund (HRDF) obligations.
Mediate workplace conflicts sensitively, respecting Malaysia’s multicultural ethos (e.g., managing interethnic or religious sensitivities).
Performance Management
Roll out performance appraisal systems compliant with the Malaysian Code on Corporate Governance (MCCG), ensuring transparency and fairness.
Conduct 360-degree feedback sessions, integrating input from peers, subordinates, and supervisors in line with Malaysian corporate practices.
Compensation & Benefits
Responsible for overseeing and managing the payroll audit process, ensuring accurate salary calculations, tax compliance, and adherence to company policies and local labor regulations. This includes verifying payroll records, resolving discrepancies, coordinating with finance and HR teams, and maintaining transparent documentation for audits or regulatory requirements.
Benefits- Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
- Health insurance and other employee benefits.
- Career growth and professional development opportunities.
- A dynamic and supportive work environment.