378 Hr Director jobs in Malaysia

Talent Strategy for Growth

Design and lead a scalable talent strategy aligned with the firm's expansion plans across services, headcount, and locations. Partner with business leaders to identify future capability needs and proactively address talent gaps. Drive strategic workforce planning and build talent pipelines to support both immediate and long-term growth.

Talent Management & Development

Lead performance management, succession planning, and leadership development with a focus on building strong internal talent. Oversee development programs that support technical, managerial, and partner-track growth. Introduce structures that support accelerated development and internal mobility for high-potential employees.

Talent Acquisition & Employer Branding

Build a future-ready recruitment function to support volume and quality hiring across multiple functions and levels. Strengthen the employer value proposition and lead initiatives to position the firm as a talent destination in the professional services sector. Oversee graduate programs and experienced hire strategies in line with market competitiveness and growth priorities.

Culture, Engagement & Inclusion

Strengthen a culture of collaboration, agility, and high performance as the firm scales. Champion engagement and retention initiatives, using analytics and feedback to guide people-related decisions. Lead diversity, equity, and inclusion efforts, ensuring representation and belonging across all levels.

Leadership & Business Partnership

Serve as a trusted advisor to the partnership and senior leadership team on all people matters. Provide leadership, coaching, and direction to the HR function, ensuring it evolves alongside the business. Ensure compliance, mitigate people-related risks, and maintain the highest standards of professionalism and ethics. The Successful Applicant

12+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role, ideally in a professional services or high-growth environment. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business, Psychology or related discipline. Proven expertise in talent management, organisation design, workforce planning, and change leadership. Strong business acumen and ability to align people strategy with commercial priorities. Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving change in a scaling organisation. Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder engagement skills, with the ability to influence across levels. What's on Offer You'll work directly with senior leadership and partners, driving initiatives that influence culture, capability, and business performance. This is a rare opportunity to lead the HR function with full strategic ownership in a fast-paced, client-focused environment-ideal for an HR leader looking to make a meaningful and visible impact. ContactBen ChewQuote job refJN- Phone number #J-18808-Ljbffr

Overview

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

Pall Corporation, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

As a global leader in high-tech filtration, separation, and purification, Pall Corporation thrives on helping our customers solve their toughest challenges. Our products serve diverse, global customer needs across a wide range of applications to advance health, safety and environmentally responsible technologies. From airplane engines to hydraulic systems, scotch to smartphones, OLED screens to paper—everyday Pall is there, helping protect critical operating assets, improve product quality, minimize emissions and waste, and safeguard health. For the exponentially curious, Pall is a place where you can thrive and amplify your impact on the world. Find what drives you on a team with a more than 75-year history of discovery, determination, and innovation.

Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

Role

The HR Director, Malaysia will provide HR partnership and leadership to multiple businesses and functions primarily located in Selangor and Penang. This leadership role sits within the APAC HR leadership team and focuses on developing and implementing HR initiatives aligned with business objectives.

The HR Director will contribute to talent development, coaching, workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and more. A data-driven and solution-oriented approach, with a growth-oriented mindset, is crucial. As a role model for the team, living the Danaher values, the HR Director is expected to contribute beyond the success of the country team.

This position reports to the Vice President, APAC HR & Global MicroE and is part of the Human Resource team located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia and will be an on-site role.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to

• Strategic HR Leadership : Partner with business and country leaders to guide talent development, succession planning, and organizational assessments while aligning people strategies with business goals.
• Culture & Engagement Advocacy : Champion company values to foster engagement, retention, and trust; provide coaching and training to managers on effective people leadership.
• Legal & Compliance Oversight : Consult on employment casework, legal matters, compliance activities, and investigations to ensure organizational integrity.
• Data-Driven HR Management : Track and analyze HR KPIs to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement in engagement and development.
• Employee Experience & Development : Understand associate needs, lead onboarding and learning programs, and implement initiatives that enhance engagement and retention.
• HR Operations & Collaboration : Work with Talent Acquisition, CoE teams, and global HRBPs to deliver recruitment, talent management, and total rewards solutions while driving process improvements.
• Team Leadership & Policy Implementation : Coach and develop direct reports, lead employee relations, and ensure effective communication and execution of HR policies and health and welfare standards.

Essential requirements

• Possess a minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing HR teams.
• Well-versed in Malaysian labor laws and HR practices.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English.
• Demonstrated success in managing a large, multi-location workforce of over 400 employees.
• Committed to high ethical standards and professional integrity.

Preferred experience

• Proven experience in overseeing HR operations for large-scale shared services environments.
• Proficient in multiple languages, enabling effective communication across diverse cultures.
• Extensive HR experience within multinational corporations.

Benefits and how to learn more

Pall Corporation, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits info.

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Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

Bring more to life.

Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?

At Pall Corporation, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.

You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life.

As a global leader in high-tech filtration, separation, and purification, Pall Corporation thrives on helping our customers solve their toughest challenges. Our products serve diverse, global customer needs across a wide range of applications to advance health, safety and environmentally responsible technologies. From airplane engines to hydraulic systems, scotch to smartphones, OLED screens to paper—everyday Pall is there, helping protect critical operating assets, improve product quality, minimize emissions and waste, and safeguard health. For the exponentially curious, Pall is a place where you can thrive and amplify your impact on the world. Find what drives you on a team with a more than 75-year history of discovery, determination, and innovation.

Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible.

The HR Director, Malaysia will provide HR partnership and leadership to multiple businesses and functions primarily located in Selangor and Penang. This leadership role sits within the APAC HR leadership team and focuses on developing and implementing HR initiatives aligned with business objectives.

The HR Director will contribute to talent development, coaching, workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and more. A data-driven and solution-oriented approach, with a growth-oriented mindset, is crucial. As a role model for the team, living the Danaher values, the HR Director is expected to contribute beyond the success of the country team.

This position reports to the Vice President, APAC HR & Global MicroE and is part of the Human Resource team located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia and will be an on-site role.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Strategic HR Leadership: Partner with business and country leaders to guide talent development, succession planning, and organizational assessments while aligning people strategies with business goals.
• Culture & Engagement Advocacy: Champion company values to foster engagement, retention, and trust; provide coaching and training to managers on effective people leadership.
• Legal & Compliance Oversight: Consult on employment casework, legal matters, compliance activities, and investigations to ensure organizational integrity.
• Data-Driven HR Management: Track and analyze HR KPIs to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement in engagement and development.
• Employee Experience & Development: Understand associate needs, lead onboarding and learning programs, and implement initiatives that enhance engagement and retention.
• HR Operations & Collaboration: Work with Talent Acquisition, CoE teams, and global HRBPs to deliver recruitment, talent management, and total rewards solutions while driving process improvements.
• Team Leadership & Policy Implementation: Coach and develop direct reports, lead employee relations, and ensure effective communication and execution of HR policies and health and welfare standards.
  
  

The Essential Requirements Of The Job Include

• Possess a minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing HR teams.
• Well-versed in Malaysian labor laws and HR practices.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English.
• Demonstrated success in managing a large, multi-location workforce of over 400 employees.
• Committed to high ethical standards and professional integrity.
  
  

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Proven experience in overseeing HR operations for large-scale shared services environments.
• Proficient in multiple languages, enabling effective communication across diverse cultures.
• Extensive HR experience within MNCs.
  
  

Pall Corporation, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info.

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit

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Employment type

• Employment type Full-time

Job function

• Job function Human Resources

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Overview

Group HR Director – Southeast Asia (Based in Malaysia)

Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (with frequent travel across Southeast Asia), or based in Myanmar. The privately held FMCG group is one of the largest and most influential players in its home market, with a growing footprint across Southeast Asia and ambitions to expand into China. Headquartered in Singapore, the group operates across the full value chain, including manufacturing, procurement, OEM production, distribution, and marketing. The business is undergoing regional transformation, centralizing operations, expanding into new markets, and investing in talent, systems, and leadership. The group seeks a Group HR Director to lead and elevate the HR function across Southeast Asia. This is a senior, high-impact role shaping the people strategy, unifying HR practices across borders, and enabling the group’s next phase of growth.

What You’ll Do

• Reassess and redesign the HR operating model to support regional expansion and organizational maturity.


• Build and lead a cohesive HR team across the region, ensuring alignment, capability development, and clear accountability.


• Overhaul and implement HR policies, systems, and processes to meet international standards while remaining locally relevant.


• Lead strategic HR initiatives including workforce planning, succession management, and leadership development.


• Strengthen the company’s employer brand and employee value proposition across internal and external stakeholders.


• Partner with business leaders to embed a culture of performance, collaboration, and continuous learning.


• Ensure compliance with employment laws and practices across all operating markets, focusing on Malaysia and Myanmar.


• Act as a change agent to rally teams, improve morale, and drive HR execution across all business units.


• Collaborate closely with senior leadership, including a visionary GCEO, to shape the company’s people agenda across Southeast Asia.

Who You Are

• Seasoned HR leader with experience in FMCG or other fast-paced industries.


• Proven track record in leading regional HR teams; exposure to Myanmar is a strong advantage.


• Proficiency in Mandarin is essential, given the communication preferences of senior leadership.


• Well-versed in employment policies in Malaysia and Myanmar, and confident navigating complex regulatory environments.


• Passionate about learning & development, talent growth, and building high-performing teams.


• Collaborative and structured, with the ability to align diverse stakeholders around a unified HR vision.


• Willing to travel frequently (up to 50%) across Southeast Asia, especially Myanmar.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Human Resources

Industries

• Consumer Services

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HR Director Malaysia role at Danaher Life Sciences

Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia (on-site)

The HR Director will provide HR partnership and leadership to multiple businesses and functions primarily located in Selangor and Penang. This leadership role sits within the APAC HR leadership team and focuses on developing and implementing HR initiatives aligned with business objectives.

The HR Director will contribute to talent development, coaching, workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and more. A data-driven and solution-oriented approach, with a growth-oriented mindset, is crucial. As a role model for the team, living the Danaher values, the HR Director is expected to contribute beyond the success of the country team.

This position reports to the Vice President, APAC HR & Global MicroE and is part of the Human Resource team located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia and will be an on-site role.

In This Role, You Will Have The Opportunity To

• Strategic HR Leadership: Partner with business and country leaders to guide talent development, succession planning, and organizational assessments while aligning people strategies with business goals.
• Culture & Engagement Advocacy: Champion company values to foster engagement, retention, and trust; provide coaching and training to managers on effective people leadership.
• Legal & Compliance Oversight: Consult on employment casework, legal matters, compliance activities, and investigations to ensure organizational integrity.
• Data-Driven HR Management: Track and analyze HR KPIs to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement in engagement and development.
• Employee Experience & Development: Understand associate needs, lead onboarding and learning programs, and implement initiatives that enhance engagement and retention.
• HR Operations & Collaboration: Work with Talent Acquisition, CoE teams, and global HRBPs to deliver recruitment, talent management, and total rewards solutions while driving process improvements.
• Team Leadership & Policy Implementation: Coach and develop direct reports, lead employee relations, and ensure effective communication and execution of HR policies and health and welfare standards.

The Essential Requirements Of The Job Include

• Possess a minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing HR teams.
• Well-versed in Malaysian labor laws and HR practices.
• Proficient in both written and spoken English.
• Demonstrated success in managing a large, multi-location workforce of over 400 employees.
• Committed to high ethical standards and professional integrity.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Proven experience in overseeing HR operations for large-scale shared services environments.
• Proficient in multiple languages, enabling effective communication across diverse cultures.
• Extensive HR experience within MNCs.

For more information, visit

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Bring more to life.
Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology?
At Pall Corporation, one of Danaher's ( 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives-and we're all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact.
You'll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher's system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact - innovating at the speed of life.
As a global leader in high-tech filtration, separation, and purification, Pall Corporation thrives on helping our customers solve their toughest challenges. Our products serve diverse, global customer needs across a wide range of applications to advance health, safety and environmentally responsible technologies. From airplane engines to hydraulic systems, scotch to smartphones, OLED screens to paper-everyday Pall is there, helping protect critical operating assets, improve product quality, minimize emissions and waste, and safeguard health. For the exponentially curious, Pall is a place where you can thrive and amplify your impact on the world. Find what drives you on a team with a more than 75-year history of discovery, determination, and innovation.
Learn about the Danaher Business System ( which makes everything possible.
The HR Director, Malaysia will provide HR partnership and leadership to multiple businesses and functions primarily located in Selangor and Penang. This leadership role sits within the APAC HR leadership team and focuses on developing and implementing HR initiatives aligned with business objectives.
The HR Director will contribute to talent development, coaching, workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and more. A data-driven and solution-oriented approach, with a growth-oriented mindset, is crucial. As a role model for the team, living the Danaher values, the HR Director is expected to contribute beyond the success of the country team.
This position reports to the Vice President, APAC HR & Global MicroE and is part of the Human Resource team located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia and will be an on-site role.
In this role, you will have the opportunity to:
+ Strategic HR Leadership: Partner with business and country leaders to guide talent development, succession planning, and organizational assessments while aligning people strategies with business goals.
+ Culture & Engagement Advocacy: Champion company values to foster engagement, retention, and trust; provide coaching and training to managers on effective people leadership.
+ Legal & Compliance Oversight: Consult on employment casework, legal matters, compliance activities, and investigations to ensure organizational integrity.
+ Data-Driven HR Management: Track and analyze HR KPIs to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement in engagement and development.
+ Employee Experience & Development: Understand associate needs, lead onboarding and learning programs, and implement initiatives that enhance engagement and retention.
+ HR Operations & Collaboration: Work with Talent Acquisition, CoE teams, and global HRBPs to deliver recruitment, talent management, and total rewards solutions while driving process improvements.
+ Team Leadership & Policy Implementation: Coach and develop direct reports, lead employee relations, and ensure effective communication and execution of HR policies and health and welfare standards.
The essential requirements of the job include
+ Possess a minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing HR teams.
+ Well-versed in Malaysian labor laws and HR practices.
+ Proficient in both written and spoken English.
+ Demonstrated success in managing a large, multi-location workforce of over 400 employees.
+ Committed to high ethical standards and professional integrity.
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
+ Proven experience in overseeing HR operations for large-scale shared services environments.
+ Proficient in multiple languages, enabling effective communication across diverse cultures.
+ Extensive HR experience within MNCs.
Pall Corporation, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it's a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits at Danaher Benefits Info ( .
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Join our winning team today. Together, we'll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow's science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
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Overview

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? Pall Corporation, one of Danaher’s 15+ operating companies, our work saves lives—and we’re all united by a shared commitment to innovate for tangible impact. You’ll thrive in a culture of belonging where you and your unique viewpoint matter. And by harnessing Danaher’s system of continuous improvement, you help turn ideas into impact – innovating at the speed of life. As a global leader in high-tech filtration, separation, and purification, Pall Corporation thrives on helping our customers solve their toughest challenges. Our products serve diverse, global customer needs across a wide range of applications to advance health, safety and environmentally responsible technologies. From airplane engines to hydraulic systems, scotch to smartphones, OLED screens to paper—everyday Pall is there, helping protect critical operating assets, improve product quality, minimize emissions and waste, and safeguard health. For the exponentially curious, Pall is a place where you can thrive and amplify your impact on the world. Find what drives you on a team with a more than 75-year history of discovery, determination, and innovation. Learn about the Danaher Business System which makes everything possible. Role

The HR Director, Malaysia will provide HR partnership and leadership to multiple businesses and functions primarily located in Selangor and Penang. This leadership role sits within the APAC HR leadership team and focuses on developing and implementing HR initiatives aligned with business objectives. The HR Director will contribute to talent development, coaching, workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and more. A data-driven and solution-oriented approach, with a growth-oriented mindset, is crucial. As a role model for the team, living the Danaher values, the HR Director is expected to contribute beyond the success of the country team. This position reports to the Vice President, APAC HR & Global MicroE and is part of the Human Resource team located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia and will be an on-site role. In this role, you will have the opportunity to

Strategic HR Leadership : Partner with business and country leaders to guide talent development, succession planning, and organizational assessments while aligning people strategies with business goals. Culture & Engagement Advocacy : Champion company values to foster engagement, retention, and trust; provide coaching and training to managers on effective people leadership. Legal & Compliance Oversight : Consult on employment casework, legal matters, compliance activities, and investigations to ensure organizational integrity. Data-Driven HR Management : Track and analyze HR KPIs to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement in engagement and development. Employee Experience & Development : Understand associate needs, lead onboarding and learning programs, and implement initiatives that enhance engagement and retention. HR Operations & Collaboration : Work with Talent Acquisition, CoE teams, and global HRBPs to deliver recruitment, talent management, and total rewards solutions while driving process improvements. Team Leadership & Policy Implementation : Coach and develop direct reports, lead employee relations, and ensure effective communication and execution of HR policies and health and welfare standards. Essential requirements

Possess a minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing HR teams. Well-versed in Malaysian labor laws and HR practices. Proficient in both written and spoken English. Demonstrated success in managing a large, multi-location workforce of over 400 employees. Committed to high ethical standards and professional integrity. Preferred experience

Proven experience in overseeing HR operations for large-scale shared services environments. Proficient in multiple languages, enabling effective communication across diverse cultures. Extensive HR experience within multinational corporations. Benefits and how to learn more

Pall Corporation, a Danaher operating company, offers a broad array of comprehensive, competitive benefit programs that add value to our lives. Whether it’s a health care program or paid time off, our programs contribute to life beyond the job. Check out our benefits info.

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Overview

Group HR Director – Southeast Asia (Based in Malaysia) Location: Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia (with frequent travel across Southeast Asia), or based in Myanmar. The privately held FMCG group is one of the largest and most influential players in its home market, with a growing footprint across Southeast Asia and ambitions to expand into China. Headquartered in Singapore, the group operates across the full value chain, including manufacturing, procurement, OEM production, distribution, and marketing. The business is undergoing regional transformation, centralizing operations, expanding into new markets, and investing in talent, systems, and leadership. The group seeks a Group HR Director to lead and elevate the HR function across Southeast Asia. This is a senior, high-impact role shaping the people strategy, unifying HR practices across borders, and enabling the group’s next phase of growth. What You’ll Do

Reassess and redesign the HR operating model to support regional expansion and organizational maturity. Build and lead a cohesive HR team across the region, ensuring alignment, capability development, and clear accountability. Overhaul and implement HR policies, systems, and processes to meet international standards while remaining locally relevant. Lead strategic HR initiatives including workforce planning, succession management, and leadership development. Strengthen the company’s employer brand and employee value proposition across internal and external stakeholders. Partner with business leaders to embed a culture of performance, collaboration, and continuous learning. Ensure compliance with employment laws and practices across all operating markets, focusing on Malaysia and Myanmar. Act as a change agent to rally teams, improve morale, and drive HR execution across all business units. Collaborate closely with senior leadership, including a visionary GCEO, to shape the company’s people agenda across Southeast Asia. Who You Are

Seasoned HR leader with experience in FMCG or other fast-paced industries. Proven track record in leading regional HR teams; exposure to Myanmar is a strong advantage. Proficiency in Mandarin is essential, given the communication preferences of senior leadership. Well-versed in employment policies in Malaysia and Myanmar, and confident navigating complex regulatory environments. Passionate about learning & development, talent growth, and building high-performing teams. Collaborative and structured, with the ability to align diverse stakeholders around a unified HR vision. Willing to travel frequently (up to 50%) across Southeast Asia, especially Myanmar. Seniority level

Mid-Senior level Employment type

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Human Resources Industries

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Danaher Life Sciences Location: Petaling Jaya, Selangor, Malaysia (on-site) The HR Director will provide HR partnership and leadership to multiple businesses and functions primarily located in Selangor and Penang. This leadership role sits within the APAC HR leadership team and focuses on developing and implementing HR initiatives aligned with business objectives. The HR Director will contribute to talent development, coaching, workforce planning, employee relations, performance management, compensation, and more. A data-driven and solution-oriented approach, with a growth-oriented mindset, is crucial. As a role model for the team, living the Danaher values, the HR Director is expected to contribute beyond the success of the country team. This position reports to the Vice President, APAC HR & Global MicroE and is part of the Human Resource team located in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia and will be an on-site role. In This Role, You Will Have The Opportunity To

Strategic HR Leadership: Partner with business and country leaders to guide talent development, succession planning, and organizational assessments while aligning people strategies with business goals. Culture & Engagement Advocacy: Champion company values to foster engagement, retention, and trust; provide coaching and training to managers on effective people leadership. Legal & Compliance Oversight: Consult on employment casework, legal matters, compliance activities, and investigations to ensure organizational integrity. Data-Driven HR Management: Track and analyze HR KPIs to inform decisions and drive continuous improvement in engagement and development. Employee Experience & Development: Understand associate needs, lead onboarding and learning programs, and implement initiatives that enhance engagement and retention. HR Operations & Collaboration: Work with Talent Acquisition, CoE teams, and global HRBPs to deliver recruitment, talent management, and total rewards solutions while driving process improvements. Team Leadership & Policy Implementation: Coach and develop direct reports, lead employee relations, and ensure effective communication and execution of HR policies and health and welfare standards. The Essential Requirements Of The Job Include

Possess a minimum of 10 years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a leadership role overseeing HR teams. Well-versed in Malaysian labor laws and HR practices. Proficient in both written and spoken English. Demonstrated success in managing a large, multi-location workforce of over 400 employees. Committed to high ethical standards and professional integrity. It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

Proven experience in overseeing HR operations for large-scale shared services environments. Proficient in multiple languages, enabling effective communication across diverse cultures. Extensive HR experience within MNCs. For more information, visit