The Talent & Culture Manager is a strategic partner to the CEO, shaping key business decisions with expert HR insights while ensuring compliance across regions. This role leads payroll operations (Malaysia & overseas), HR processes, and talent engagement, creating a seamless and thriving workplace. Beyond policies and payroll, it's about building a culture that energizes, an experience that retains, and an HR function that grows with the company.

💡 If you're ready to drive HR excellence, shape company culture, and make a real impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now and be part of our journey. 🚀

The Job:

Strategic HR Advisory
Advise the CEO on workforce planning, employee exits, restructuring, and company growth strategies
Ensure business decisions align with employment laws and minimize risks
Develop and implement HR policies and strategies that support the company's long-term goals.
Payroll & Compensation (Malaysia & Oversea)
Manage end-to-end payroll processing for Malaysia and oversee payroll operations in other countries
Ensure accurate salary calculations, statutory contributions and tax compliance
Collaborate with external payroll vendors and local HR teams to ensure smooth payroll processing in regional markets
Work with Finance to ensure timely and accurate payroll disbursement across all locations
Stay updated on payroll legislation changes and ensure compliance in all operating regions.
Talent & Culture Development
Drive employee engagement, retention, and workplace culture initiatives
Develop and implement leadership development and performance management programs
Enhance employee experience through learning & development initiatives and well-being programs.
HR Operations & Compliance
Oversee recruitment, onboarding, and benefits administration
Ensure compliance with labor laws in all operating regions
Continuously improve HR processes for efficiency and effectiveness.
Employee Relations & Workplace Culture
Act as a trusted HR advisor, handling employee concerns professionally
Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance workplace culture
Ensure fair and legally compliant employee exits, including payroll finalization

Requirements

The Person:

Bachelor's degree / professional certificate in Human Resources, Psychology, and/or any related field
Good command in English, Bahasa Malaysia and Mandarin (spoken and written)
6+ years of progressive experience in HR roles, with at least 2 years in a leadership capacity
Proven experience in advising senior leadership on HR strategies and compliance and the ability to partner with senior leaders and provide HR insights for business decisions
Experience in organizational design, workforce planning, and employee retention strategies
Proven hands-on experience managing full payroll processes, including compliance with local tax regulations and statutory requirements
Proficiency with payroll software, and google-suite products
Strong expertise in talent management, talent acquisition, organizational culture, employee engagement, and leadership coaching
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence and build strong relationships at all levels
Analytical mindset with the ability to identify risks and propose solutions
Proactive, adaptable, and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

Annual Leaves- Additional annual leave will be credited to you on a yearly basis
Medical and Insurance Coverages - We have got you covered
Subsidies - Enhancing your well-being, we offer optical and dental subsidies
Opportunities - Above training and guidance, you will have the opportunity to try, to build your confidence and become your best self, and to interact and build a strong relationship
Rocking Diversity- Play hard, work harder with people of diverse skill sets and experiences! Challenge yourself to step out of your comfort zone, and you'll find yourself growing in way you'd never imagine

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