Manager, People

Want to be a part of Asia Pacific & Japan's (APJ) largest, most innovative, and rapidly growing data centre company?

AirTrunk is a technology company with a powerful purpose - to scale and sustain the relentless growth of the region's digital future. We do this by continuously redefining and delivering hyperscale data centres that meet the needs of our customers - the world's most transformational companies. And we're doing so sustainably, for today and tomorrow.

Having opened Australia's first and largest hyperscale data centres in 2017, we set our eyes on rapid expansion and now operate a platform of hyperscale data centres across the APJ region. With backing from our investors, including Blackstone, this is just the beginning

Come join the A-Team at AirTrunk, where the cloud meets the ground.

**A Snapshot**

As Manager, People & Culture based in our Data Centre in Johor Bahru, you will report to the Associate Director, People & Culture and work closely with various teams and leadership across the Asia Pacific region, making your mark in a number of ways:

- Support to implement HR strategies aligned with corporate goals and Malaysian regulations, ensuring full compliance with local labor laws, employment standards, and workplace safety.
- Act as a strategic advisor to senior management locally, providing workforce planning and organizational guidance.
- Oversee and optimize all HR operations, including payroll, onboarding, offboarding, and HRIS management, to ensure seamless and efficient employee experiences.
- Manage end-to-end talent acquisition, employee development, and performance management processes to ensure scalability and a high-performance culture.

**Your Day to Day**
- Strategic HR Leadership
- Develop and implement HR strategies and policies that align with corporate and local business objectives.
- Act as a strategic partner to business leaders, providing guidance on workforce planning, organizational design, and HR best practices.
- Collaborate with leadership to enhance employee engagement, retention, and culture-building initiatives, fostering a high-performance work environment.
- Compliance & Labor Law Expertise
- Ensure HR policies and practices are compliant with Malaysian labor laws, employment standards, and health and safety regulations.
- Maintain accurate, up-to-date knowledge of Malaysian labor laws and ensure adherence in all aspects of HR, including employment contracts, terminations, and payroll compliance.
- Conduct periodic audits of HR practices to mitigate legal risks and ensure alignment with regulatory standards.
- Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning
- Support recruitment and selection processes to attract, engage, and retain top talent in Malaysia.
- Lead employer branding initiatives to enhance the company's reputation as an employer of choice within the local market.
- People Operations & Process Improvement
- Lead the employee onboarding and offboarding processes, ensuring a positive experience for new hires and a smooth, respectful transition for exiting employees.
- Manage onboarding programs, including orientation, training, and cultural integration, to help new employees feel welcomed and prepared for success.
- Implement offboarding processes that include exit interviews, final settlements, knowledge transfer, and compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
- Continuously identify and implement process improvements and automation within HR operations, enhancing efficiency and the overall employee experience.
- Oversee HR operations, including payroll, HRIS management, and administrative tasks, ensuring seamless day-to-day functioning.
- Employee Relations & Engagement
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and respectful workplace culture by developing and implementing employee engagement programs.
- Serve as a trusted resource for employees, addressing concerns, managing grievances, and resolving conflicts in a timely and professional manner.
- Support diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives, cultivating a welcoming environment for all employees.

**Requirements**:

- A seasoned HR professional with expertise in talent management, compliance, people operations, and employee relations.
- Minimum 10 years of HR experience, with at least 5 years in a senior HR role in Malaysia.
- Strong interpersonal and cultural awareness skills, with the ability to handle complex employee relations matters.
- Proficiency in HRIS systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and data analysis tools.
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.

**The AirTrunk Culture**

The pace in which we operate means you'll feel an electric atmosphere at AirTrunk. We are a team of challengers and collaborative problem solvers who break new ground every day. We do this by living our values, going above and beyond, and being dynamic, transparent, and responsive.

Every AirTrunker brings their own unique background and diverse perspecti