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.
