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Head of HR SEA, Kuala Lumpur (MY)

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The Company

We are partnering with a global MNC in the manufacturing space. They have an international footprint and are continuing to grow in Asia Pacific.

The Role

Based in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, the Head of HR, SEA will lead the HR function for the Southeast Asia region across various ASEAN countries. This will cover the full spectrum of the HR operations including IR/ER and managing unions. It is a leadership role with a sizable of team reporting into the position and spreading across the region.

The Individual

We are looking for a seasoned HR leader who has hands-on experience building up shared services. You should be familiar with the manufacturing workforce and have handled unions in Malaysia as well as other SEA countries.

Potential Upsides

An organisation with a lot of change agenda and plenty of opportunity to make an impact.

Potential Challenges

The system is not mature hence requires someone who is comfortable being hands-on.
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At a Glance

Job Function
Generalist HR
Industry
Industrial & Manufacturing
Role
Permanent
Location
Malaysia
International Coverage
Sub-regional
Global HQ
North America
Global Revenue
US$10-100 Billion
Solid Report to
Head of HR, APAC
Date
24 April 2026
Job Reference
A016159/KQ