(Assistant) HR Manager

Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

About your role:

We are seeking an experienced Human Resources professional with a multifaceted focus involving talent acquisition and management, managing payroll and compensation processes, and fostering a positive workplace culture.


You will be collaborating with various departments and contribute to the development and implementation of HR strategies to attract, retain, and engage top talent while ensuring efficient payroll and compensation practices.


The successful candidate should be at the Assistant Manager or Manager level, and is looking to make a career move into supervisory capacity within the Human Resources function. You will be reporting to the Head of Human Resources based in Singapore and contribute to the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.

Designation (Assistant HR Manager or HR Manager) will commensurate with incumbent’s experience.


What you will do:

Talent Acquisition
  • Oversee the recruitment and hiring process to attract and retain top talent
  • Execute recruitment strategy to identify, attract, and hire the best candidates
  • Collaborate with senior management to understand the company's staffing needs and long-term talent requirements
  • Develop and manage a talent pipeline to ensure a steady flow of qualified candidates
  • Mentor and set goals for the talent acquisition team
  • Continuously improve candidate and employee experience
Payroll & Compensation Management
  • Over the end-to-end payroll process, ensuring accuracy, compliance with relevant regulations, and efficient payroll operations
  • Implement best practices to streamline payroll processes
  • Review payroll computations, including salaries, bonuses, commissions, and deductions
  • Stay abreast of all payroll tax laws and regulations, ensuring the organization's compliance across the regions we operate in
  • Prepare and submit payroll-related reports to regulatory authorities
  • Conduct regular audits of payroll data to identify and rectify discrepancies
  • Work closely with HR, Finance, and other departments to ensure accurate and timely flow of information related to payroll
  • Coordinate with external auditors and consultants during audits.
  • Collaborate with Tech to address and resolve system issues and updates
  • Address employee inquiries and concerns related to payroll matters
  • Maintain confidentiality and ensuring the security of payroll data
People & Culture
  • Support the development of a strong and positive company culture, led by values and vision of the founder and management
  • Promote diversity and inclusion initiatives within the organization - create and implement programs that celebrate diversity, ensuring an inclusive work environment
  • Champion initiatives that foster a positive and inclusive company culture, such as team-building activities, recognition programs, and diversity and inclusion efforts
  • Establish effective communication channels to solicit employee feedback on culture-related matters
  • Act as a liaison between employees and management, addressing concerns and suggestions
  • Conduct regular surveys and assessments to gauge employee satisfaction and propose improvements accordingly
  • Work closely with Head of HR in executing HR-related projects and initiatives
  • Contribute to the development of HR policies and guidelines
  • Undertake any other ad-hoc assignments as required

A successful candidate should have:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Management/Human Resources Management
  • At least 5 years of experience in HR - with a focus on talent acquisition, people & culture, compensation and payroll management
  • Knowledge of employment laws, regulations, and best practices and in-depth knowledge of payroll laws, regulations, and compliance requirements
  • Hands-on experience in using applicant tracking systems (ATS) and other HR management systems (HRMS)
  • Proficient in Google Workspace and able to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills, both written and verbal
  • Quick-witted and agile in problem-solving, with the ability to assess, distill, and act on complex situations swiftly
  • Holistic and strategic thinker, balancing business needs, employee experience, and long-term workforce planning
  • Strong stakeholder management, adapting HR initiatives to diverse employee and business needs
  • Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion
  • Professional certification in HR (e.g. IHRP-CP, CHRS) is desirable