Assistant Manager, HR Business

Job Purpose

• To assist the Senior Manager, HR Business in implementing and enforcing HR strategies, initiatives, and governance across Lagenda Properties Berhad.
• This role acts as the front-line HR liaison to business units — ensuring all HR policies, programs, and decisions are well communicated, executed, and delivered effectively on the ground.
• The position operates in close collaboration with HR Shared Services, HR Operations, and General Administration teams to ensure end-to-end support and consistency.

Key Responsibilities

A. HR Business Partnering & Coordination

• Support the Senior Manager, HR Business in driving HR initiatives and managing employee-related matters for Lagenda departments.
• Act as the first point of contact for managers and employees on HR policy clarifications and routine advisory.
• Coordinate and facilitate communication between management, employees, and HR specialists.
• Ensure all HR directives, programs, and initiatives from Group HR are implemented, monitored, and reinforced effectively within Lagenda.

B. Employee Relations & Advisory

• Assist in managing employee relations matters including discipline, grievance, and attendance issues.
• Support investigation, documentation, and recommendation processes in collaboration with HR Shared Services (IR).
• Conduct staff engagement or counselling sessions when necessary and ensure follow-through actions are completed.
• Reinforce compliance with company rules, code of conduct, and statutory obligations at all times.

C. Performance & Workforce Planning

• Coordinate the KPI/KRA cascading and performance appraisal cycle for Lagenda employees.
• Track probation confirmations, contract renewals, promotions, and performance improvement plans.
• Compile and validate manpower data for annual budgeting and structure reviews.
• Support workforce rationalization and optimization exercises as directed by the Senior Manager.

D. Policy Implementation & Initiative Delivery

• Ensure all HR initiatives, policies, and enforcement measures are delivered, communicated, and implemented effectively at all levels of Lagenda.
• Monitor the progress and compliance of HR programs (e.g., policy updates, engagement activities, culture initiatives) and provide feedback for improvement.
• Promote employee awareness and understanding of HR processes and initiatives.
• Recommend practical enhancements to policy execution based on ground observations.

E. Governance, Reporting & Audit Support

• Maintain updated records on headcount, movements, and HR activities within Lagenda.
• Prepare monthly HR business reports and dashboards for submission to the Senior Manager.
• Support internal HR audits, ISO documentation, and ensure procedural adherence to HR and administrative SOPs.
• Follow up on non-compliance findings and ensure corrective actions are implemented promptly.

F. Cross-Team Collaboration

• Coordinate closely with HR Shared Services (Recruitment, Performance & Reward, L&D), HR Operations, and GA teams for timely support and issue resolution.
• Assist in executing onboarding, transfers, and demobilization processes for Lagenda staff.
• Support group-wide initiatives such as employee engagement, culture building, and reward recognition programs.

Job Requirements

Education & Qualification

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of relevant HR experience, preferably in stakeholder's relations, and familiar with HR operations.
• Exposure to property development, construction, or/ and familiar with industries and department functions in related industries is advantageous.
• Experience in handling performance management cycles, employee engagement, and policy implementation preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong understanding of Malaysian Labour Laws, HR policies, and best practices.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (especially Excel, PowerPoint, and Word).
• Familiar with reporting tools.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Good analytical and problem-solving abilities; able to provide practical HR solutions.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.

Personal Attributes

• Mature, professional, and able to maintain confidentiality.
• Strong sense of accountability and ownership in delivering results.
• Team player who can collaborate across multiple HR functions.