People Manager

PEOPLE & CULTURE
Malaysia

Mid Senior level


JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Oversee the complete employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding, performance management, career development, compensation and benefits, and exit processes.
  • Maintain and continuously improve HR policies, SOPPs, and the HRIS to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and data integrity.
  • Manage end-to-end payroll, benefits, and statutory reporting, ensuring 100% compliance with local legislation (EA 1955, IR Act 1967, SOCSO, EPF, EIS).
  • Drive employee relations initiatives and act as an escalation point for sensitive disciplinary or grievance matters, upholding fairness and neutrality.
  • Prepare and present HR metrics, insights, and board-level reports (e.g., turnover, engagement, cost-per-hire, training hours, etc.).
  • Serve as a trusted adviser to the Director and BOD on all people matters, translating business goals into actionable HR strategies.
  • Champion a culture of continuous feedback and data-driven decision-making through OKRs, analytics dashboards, and regular pulse surveys.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
  • Minimum 7 years of progressive HR generalist experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial or head-of-department capacity.
  • Demonstrated success leading in HR strategy in a property, construction, or project-based environment (preferred).
  • Proven track record in organisational change, performance management frameworks (e.g., OKRs), and HR technology implementation.
  • In-depth knowledge of Malaysian labour laws, statutory contributions, and best-practice HR standards.
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About the Company

Mahajaya Group

ABOUT MAHAJAYA


O U R  S T O R Y

Since our inception in 1970, Mahajaya has been dedicated to building a legacy of innovation, quality, and community. Founded by Dato’ Tan Leong Min, our company has thrived through three generations, consistently pioneering sustainable lifestyle projects that blend modern aesthetics with functional design.

At Mahajaya, we believe in more than just construction; we’re committed to realizing your dreams and achieving your goals. Our unwavering commitment to innovation, superior quality, and putting people first ensures that every project we undertake is stylish and practical.

Discover how our people, products, and services come together to create living spaces that truly stand the test of time. 


V I S I O N  &  M I S S I O N 

We commit to enrich infinite lives by creating sustainable communities


C O R E  V A L U E S

P E O P L E

  • To be inspired to care about the individual, organization and community. To value everyone and work together for the common good. To commit to growth and excellence.

I N N O V A T E

  • To embrace opportunities to learn and improve.
  • To challenge the status quo.
  • To develop new solutions to address new challenges.

Q U A L I T Y

  • To deliver on our promises and more.
  • To strive to exceed industry standards.
  • To never be satisfied with mediocrity.

More information is available on https://www.mahajaya.com