HR Manager (Multi-Branch)

My Kiddyland / Lunix Kids Sdn Bhd is seeking an experienced HR Manager to independently lead all HR functions across three branches (TSB, PD, NK). The role carries full decision-making authority on employee relations and disciplinary matters and is expected to operate with minimal oversight.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Manage full recruitment cycle: job posting, screening, interviews, offer negotiation
• Oversee onboarding process and documentation for new hires across all branches
• Independently handle warning letters, staff counselling, disciplinary hearings, and termination processes
• Conduct investigations, interviews, and statement-taking
• Ensure procedural compliance with the Employment Act 1955 and Industrial Relations Act 1967
• Design and administer probation/performance appraisal processes
• Coordinate staff training programs, including HRDF claims and attendance tracking
• Maintain and enforce company HR policies and employee handbook
• Prepare and submit compliance/audit reports
• Monitor Approval Flow and Org Chart structures, flagging when updates are needed
• Maintain personnel files, attendance records, and HR documentation across all 3 branches
• Serve as the primary HR point of contact for all branch staff and management

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 5 years of HR generalist experience, with at least 2 years in a role holding independent decision-making authority
• Proven track record independently managing disciplinary cases, warnings, and terminations
• Strong working knowledge of the Employment Act 1955 and Industrial Relations Act 1967
• Willing and able to travel regularly across 3 branch locations
• Experience in early childhood education / childcare sector is an advantage
• Strong judgment, leadership, and stakeholder management skills

Skills

Recruitment & Selection, Onboarding, Employee Relations, Disciplinary & Termination Management, HR Investigations, Performance Management, Learning & Development, HR Policy & Compliance, HR Administration, Stakeholder Management