Regional HR Advisor

Position Title: Regional HR Advisor

Department:
Human Resources

Reports To:
HR Director

Location:
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

Coverage:
Malaysia and Southeast Asia (SEA)

Industry:
FMCG (Fast-Moving Consumer Goods)

Overall Purpose of the Role

The
Regional HR Advisor
serves as a key strategic and operational partner to business leaders across Malaysia and SEA countries.

This role provides comprehensive HR advisory support — from employee relations to organizational development — while ensuring compliance with regional labor laws.

The ideal candidate is
resilient, adaptable, and capable of operating under high pressure
in a
dynamic FMCG environment
, driving alignment between people strategy and business transformation as company grow from a startup into a structured multinational organization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic HR Partnership

• Act as a
  trusted HR advisor
  to business leaders across Malaysia and SEA to drive people strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Partner with leadership teams to implement regional HR initiatives that support organizational scalability and culture transformation.
• Influence senior leaders with data-driven insights to guide workforce planning, performance management, and people development.

2. Regional HR Operations & Advisory

• Oversee
  day-to-day HR operations
  across multiple SEA countries, ensuring smooth delivery of HR services (recruitment, onboarding, performance, exit management).
• Provide expert advice on
  employment laws, HR compliance, and local labor practices
  in Malaysia and SEA (e.g., Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia).
• Coordinate with local HR representatives or partners to ensure legal and policy alignment across regions.
• Ensure accurate and timely HR documentation, contracts, and employee record management.

3. Employee & Industrial Relations (ER/IR)

• Handle
  employee relations, grievances, and disciplinary issues
  with professionalism and compliance.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with local labor authorities and, where applicable, unions.
• Advise management on
  labor law implications, risk mitigation
  , and dispute resolution.
• Monitor regional HR compliance and proactively identify potential employment risks.

4. Talent, Learning & Performance

• Support business leaders in
  talent management, performance calibration, and succession planning
  .
• Coordinate regional
  training and capability development
  initiatives to strengthen leadership pipelines.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and career growth aligned with FMCG market competitiveness.

5. Culture, Engagement & Change Management

• Drive
  employee engagement programs
  and regional culture initiatives to build a unified people experience.
• Act as a
  change enabler
  , ensuring effective communication and adoption of new policies, systems, and structures.
• Foster an inclusive and performance-driven culture that reflects Ouji Seiyaku's values and business vision.

6. Leadership Influence & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work closely with regional and country leaders to
  align HR strategies with business goals
  .
• Demonstrate
  leadership presence and influence
  , guiding leaders to make balanced, people-centered decisions.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Sales) to drive organizational synergy.

Key Requirements

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field.

Experience

• Minimum
  8 years of HR experience
  , including at least 3 years in
  regional HR advisory or HRBP roles
  .
• Proven experience in
  FMCG, manufacturing, or high-growth industries
  .
• Strong understanding of
  Malaysia Employment Act
  and
  labor laws in SEA countries
  (Singapore, Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia).
• Hands-on experience in
  employee relations, HR compliance, and change management
  .

Skills & Competencies

• Strong
  leadership and influencing skills
  with senior management.
• High
  adaptability
  , able to work under
  pressure and shifting business priorities
  .
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and negotiation abilities.
• Analytical thinker with practical problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Fluent in
  English and Bahasa Malaysia
  (Mandarin or other SEA languages is an advantage).