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Job ID : 1604915 Date Updated : July 28th, 2026

PR/160841 | Group HR Manager

Location Malaysia, Pulau Pinang
Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary Negotiable, based on experience

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the full spectrum of Human Resources functions, including manpower planning, recruitment, onboarding, confirmation, performance management, learning & development, succession planning and employee relations across the Group.

  • Develop, implement and review Group HR policies, procedures and SOPs to ensure compliance with Employment Act, Industrial Relations Act and other applicable labour laws.

  • Process and review monthly payroll for local and foreign employees, ensuring accuracy, timely payment and compliance with statutory and Company requirements.

  • Provide HR advisory and operational support to subsidiaries to ensure consistent implementation of Group HR policies, practices and governance

  • Develop and administer compensation & benefits programs, including payroll governance, salary benchmarking, bonus, increment, incentive schemes, insurance and employee benefits

  • Administer HRD Corp grants, training levy claims and annual training plans.

  • Oversee staff welfare programs, employee engagement activities, wellness initiatives and recognition programs to foster a positive and high-performance working environment.

  • Plan and execute Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programs, employee volunteer activities and community engagement initiatives in line with the Group's ESG objectives.

  • Manage the recruitment and administration of local and foreign employees, including work permits, immigration matters, hostel management, statutory compliance and liaison with relevant government authorities and agencies.

  • Monitor manpower planning, headcount, productivity and HR analytics, and prepare periodic HR reports for Management and the Board.

  • Lead performance appraisal, KPI implementation, talent development and succession planning initiatives to support business growth.

  • Ensure timely submission and compliance with statutory requirements, including EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB, HRD Corp and other regulatory obligations.

  • Review and enhance HR processes, internal controls, HR systems (HRIS) and digital transformation initiatives to improve operational efficiency.

  • Develop and strengthen the Company's employer branding strategy through 
    recruitment campaigns, social media, career fairs, university engagement and other talent attraction initiatives.

  • Liaise and coordinate with external consultants, recruitment agencies, training providers, auditors, legal advisers, government authorities and other stakeholders on HR, compliance and statutory matters.

     

Job Requirement

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Management or related discipline

  • Minimum 8 years of relevant Human Resources experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.

  • Experience in managing Group HR functions and supporting multiple subsidiaries.

  • Hands-on experience in compensation & benefits, industrial relations, foreign worker management and HR compliance.

  • Strong knowledge of Malaysian employment legislation and statutory requirement. 

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General Requirements

Minimum Experience Level Over 6 years
Career Level Mid Career
Minimum English Level Business Level
Minimum Japanese Level None
Minimum Education Level Associate Degree/Diploma
Visa Status No permission to work in Japan required

Job Location

  • Malaysia, Pulau Pinang

Work Conditions

Job Type Permanent Full-time
Salary Negotiable, based on experience
Industry Other (Manufacturing)

Job Category