Assistant Manager Human Resources

About the role

We are seeking an experienced HR professional to manage payroll operations and employee and industrial relations matters. Reporting to the Head of Human Resources & Administration, you will also support recruitment, employee engagement, learning and development, and daily HR operations.

This role suits someone who combines strong payroll accuracy with sound judgement in handling sensitive employee matters.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end monthly payroll, ensuring accurate and timely salary payments.
• Ensure payroll and statutory contributions comply with applicable requirements.
• Handle employee grievances, disciplinary investigations and industrial relations matters in consultation with the HOD.
• Support recruitment, employment documentation and employee onboarding.
• Coordinate employee engagement activities and workplace culture initiatives.
• Support training needs analysis, programme coordination and training records.
• Support HR policy implementation, maintain confidential employee records and prepare HR reports.

What we're looking for

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Management, Industrial Relations, Law or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant HR experience, including at least 2 years independently managing end-to-end payroll.
• Hands-on experience in employee and industrial relations, including disciplinary investigations and case documentation.
• Experience in recruitment, employee engagement and training administration.
• Strong working knowledge of Malaysian employment legislation, payroll requirements and statutory obligations.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS or payroll systems.
• Strong communication, conflict resolution, analytical and organisational skills.
• High integrity, attention to detail and the ability to handle confidential matters professionally.
• HR or payroll certification and experience liaising with government agencies would be added advantages.

Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest in joining ProtectHealth.