Assistant HR Manager

Assistant HR Manager

We are seeking a hands-on HR leader to manage the full spectrum of HR functions and employee lifecycle processes within a fast-paced Asset Management and IT environment (shared services HR function).

Responsibilities:

• Partner with Business Units, driving hands-on execution to deliver HR shared services across recruitment, employee remuneration, performance management, regulatory compliance, learning and development, and employee relations, aligned with organisational goals.
• Lead and oversee day-to-day HR operations, ensuring timely, accurate, and high-quality service delivery by the HR team.
• Draft, review, implement, and maintain HR policies, procedures, employee handbooks, and HR guidelines to ensure compliance with the statutory regulations, and market best practices.
• Identify operational gaps, drive process improvements, and implement streamlined workflows to enhance efficiency and compliance.
• Work with relevant stakeholders to manage compensation packages for new hires/ internal transfer
• Perform the payroll checker role, reviewing and verifying monthly payroll prepared by Payroll Personnel and uploading the payroll file to the bank for processing, including validation and approvals. Approximately 400 headcounts
• Consolidate regional payroll data for countries including Malaysia, Vietnam, and Hong Kong.
• Drive and support HR projects, including system implementations, enhancements, and migrations, ensuring effective coordination, timely execution, and minimal disruption to business operations.
• Support and execute compensation processes, including salary reviews, benchmarking, and incentive programmes.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to resolve issues, streamline processes, and improve operational efficiency.
• Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives and programmes, fostering a positive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace culture that supports employee well-being and retention.
• Lead execution of performance management cycles, including calibration, talent reviews
• Manage and support internal and external audits related to HR and payroll, ensuring readiness and proper documentation.
• Provide practical, hands-on guidance to HODs on employee relations matters, including disciplinary actions, grievances, and conflict resolution.
• Lead office administration functions including space planning, employee travel arrangement

Requirements:

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 8 years of HR experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial role.
• Strong expertise in HR operations and payroll management.
• Expertise in HR operations and payroll management.
• Experience leading or participating in HRIS implementation or migration projects.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Strong problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.