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Senior HR Manager/Associate HR Director

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Position Title: Senior HR Manager/Associate Director, HR

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Senior HR Manager/Associate HR Director to join our Malaysia team. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in shaping the company’s talent strategies, managing day to day HR operations, and fostering an inclusive, high performance culture.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategic HR Leadership:

• Develop and implement HR strategies in alignment with business objectives, focusing on talent acquisition, retention, performance management, and organizational development.

• Partner with senior leadership to drive workforce planning, succession planning, and talent development initiatives.

• Foster an inclusive and engaging work environment that supports diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

2. Talent Management:

• Lead recruitment efforts for high-impact roles, working closely with hiring managers to ensure alignment with company goals and culture.

• Design and oversee onboarding programs to ensure new hires are integrated effectively.

• Manage performance review processes, including goal setting, continuous feedback, and performance improvement strategies.

3. Employees Relations and Engagement:

• Serve as a trusted advisor to employees and managers on HR-related matters, including conflict resolution, policy interpretation, and employee development.

• Lead initiatives to promote employee engagement, well-being, and professional growth.

• Address employee grievances and manage investigations in a fair and consistent manner.

4. HR Operations and Compliance:

• Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and best practices.

• Oversee payroll, benefits administration, and employee records management in collaboration with the HR operations team.

• Implement and monitor HR metrics and KPIs to evaluate the effectiveness of HR initiatives.

• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and regulations, including timely reporting to relevant authorities.

• Maintain accurate HR records and generate reports to inform decision-making and strategy.

• Work very closely with the regional HR team to ensure compliance with HR cycle (performance, goals, compensation reviews…)

5. Learning and Development:

• Lead the development and execution of training programs aimed at enhancing employee skills and leadership capabilities.

• Support leadership development efforts by identifying high-potential employees and creating tailored career paths.

6. Compensation and Benefits:

• Collaborate with leadership on compensation strategies, ensuring competitive salary structures that attract and retain top talent.

• Oversee the administration of employee benefits programs, ensuring they meet the needs of a diverse workforce.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s preferred).

• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role, ideally in an advertising, marketing, or creative industry.

• Strong understanding of HR best practices, labor laws, and industry trends.

• Proven experience in talent management, employee relations, and organizational development. • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.

• Demonstrated ability to lead HR initiatives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Key Competencies:

• Leadership: Ability to lead and inspire a team, influence senior management, and drive HR strategies aligned with business goals.

• Strategic Thinking: Capability to align HR initiatives with business objectives and adapt to the changing needs of the organization.

• Cultural Sensitivity: Understanding and appreciation of diverse cultures and the ability to work effectively in a multicultural environment.

• Proactive Approach: Ability to anticipate HR-related needs and address them before they become issues.

*Kindly note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted*