About the Company

Our client is a European multinational and a global leader in the aerospace industry, with an established presence in Malaysia supporting manufacturing, MRO, and commercial operations across the Asia-Pacific region.

Key Responsibilities

Act as full-spectrum Engagement lead and HR business partner to the Managing Director and Head of HR, covering the entire employee lifecycle for the Malaysian operations within a matrixed regional structure
Own end-to-end talent acquisition for technical, engineering, and corporate roles, including hard-to-fill licensed/certified positions, plus onboarding and employer branding
Manage compensation & benefits: annual salary/bonus cycles, market benchmarking, benefits administration, and internal equity in line with group frameworks
Handle employee and industrial relations: grievances, disciplinary matters, domestic inquiries, and union/employee representative relationships in full compliance with Malaysian law
Drive learning & development, including training needs analysis, HRD Corp (HRDF) utilisation, succession planning, and talent reviews
Oversee HR operations: payroll and statutory contributions (EPF, SOCSO, EIS, PCB), HRIS data integrity, policies, and audit readiness under the Employment Act 1955, IRA 1967, and PDPA
Manage expatriate matters including employment passes, work permits, and mobility support, coordinating with immigration agents and regional stakeholders

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
8–12 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 2 years in a managerial or standalone country HR capacity
Prior experience in manufacturing, aerospace, engineering, MRO, or other technical/industrial environments strongly preferred
Solid working knowledge of Malaysian employment and industrial relations law, including hands-on experience with domestic inquiries

What's On Offer

Leadership role with full ownership of the HR function for a prestigious global aerospace brand
Exposure to regional and global HR networks with genuine career mobility within the group
Competitive remuneration package commensurate with experience

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. Client identity and full details will be disclosed to shortlisted candidates only.

Snr Human Resources Manager - MY878472