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HR Business Partner - Remote in Malaysia @ Otonomee

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About The Role We are seeking an experienced and knowledgeable HR Business Partner to join the Otonomee team. The successful candidate will support HR activities across our operations in Malaysia, partnering closely with business leaders and employees to deliver an exceptional employee experience. <br>As an HR Business Partner, you will be responsible for providing HR support and guidance to our organization, with a specific focus on Malaysian employment legislation, employee relations, policies, procedures, and HR best practices. <br>This is a critical role that requires a deep understanding of employment practices across multiple jurisdictions and the ability to effectively navigate complex HR issues in a fast-growing international business. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with a proven track record of partnering with business leaders to drive HR initiatives. <br>This is a permanent work from home role <br><strong><br>WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING</strong> <br> <br>Strategic HR Support: <br><ul><li><span><span>Collaborate with senior leaders and managers to understand business </span><span>objectives </span><span>and align HR strategies and initiatives accordingly.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Act as a trusted advisor to business stakeholders, </span><span>providing </span><span>expert guidance on HR matters and helping to drive organizational effectiveness.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Proactively </span><span>identify </span><span>HR trends, issues, and opportunities to </span><span>anticipate </span><span>and address potential challenges or risks.</span></span></li></ul>Employee experience <br><ul><li><span><span>Will be a key stakeholder in creating and </span><span>maintaining </span><span>a culture of great employee experience</span></span></li><li><span><span>Help support and drive engagement initiatives. </span></span></li><li><span><span>Helping to build a best-in-class remote BPO where our team members are at the centre of </span><span>every thing </span><span>we do </span></span> </li></ul>Employment Law Expertise &amp; Compliance <br><ul><li><span><span>Ensure full compliance with Malaysian labour law, state, and local employment regulations, providing guidance on employment contracts, working hours, leave entitlements, disciplinary procedures, terminations, and other legal requirements.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Stay up to date on changes in employment legislation and regulatory requirements in Malaysia, communicating relevant updates to the organization.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Act as the primary HR liaison with our Employer of Record (EOR), partnering closely to ensure compliance with local employment legislation, manage employee lifecycle processes, and mitigate organisational risk.</span></span></li></ul>HR Policies and Procedures: <br><ul><li><span><span>Develop, implement, and review HR policies, procedures, and guidelines in alignment with local labour laws and best practices.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Educate employees and managers on HR policies, ensuring awareness and adherence to </span><span>established </span><span>guidelines.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Conduct regular audits to ensure policy compliance and </span><span>identify </span><span>areas for improvement.</span></span> </li></ul>Employee Relations and Conflict Resolution: <br><ul><li><span><span>Provide guidance and support on employee relations matters, including conflict resolution </span><span>and </span><span>workplace investigations</span><span>. </span></span></li><li><span><span>Investigate and address employee complaints or concerns in </span><span>a timely </span><span>and fair manner, following company protocols and local labour laws.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Mediate disputes and </span><span>facilitate </span><span>effective communication between employees and managers.</span></span></li></ul>HR Data Analysis and Reporting: <br><ul><li><span><span>Analyze </span><span>HR metrics and data to </span><span>identify </span><span>trends, patterns, and areas for improvement.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Prepare and present HR reports to management, providing insights and recommendations to drive informed </span><span>decision-making</span></span></li></ul><br> Your profile <ul><li><span><span>Bachelor's degree in Human Resources</span><span>, Business Administration, or a related field (</span><span>Master's </span><span>degree preferred).</span></span></li><li><span><span>Extensive experience as an HR Business Partner or Senior HR Generalist, with a focus on Malaysian labour law and correcti</span><span>ve </span><span>action processes.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Strong knowledge of </span><span>Malayasian</span><span> HR practices.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Experience working with an Employer of Record (EOR) model would be </span><span>advantageous</span></span></li><li><span><span>Proven experience in developing and implementing HR policies and procedures.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to drive insights and support decision-making.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion and professionalism.</span></span></li><li><span><span>Fluency in English is </span><span>essential</span><span>.</span></span></li></ul><br> Why us? WHAT YOU GET IN RETURN: <br><ul><li><span><span>The ability and autonomy to be able to work from your home. </span></span></li><li><span><span>A competitive salary</span></span></li><li><span><span>WFH allowance</span></span></li><li><span><span>Online Gym and Wellbeing Studio. </span></span></li><li><span><span>The opportunity for professional growth. </span></span></li><li><span><span>Fun company events and team outings. </span></span></li></ul>

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