HR Director
Posted on: 20/4/2026
Penang Kedah
Permanent
Industry and Manufacturing
Morgan Philips is partnered with a US-based MNC in hiring a HR Director who will work with the MD in stabilizing and expanding the workforce of their Manufacturing facility and COE in Malaysia.
You will be leading a team of 6-7 headcounts across:
- HR Operations: Oversee payroll, onboarding, foreign worker management, operational analytics, C&B reports
- Industrial relations: Act as the primary authority on Malaysian Labour Law and Industrial Relations. You will ensure the facility remains 100% compliant with local regulations
- Talent Management: Building and executing hiring and retention strategies. You will be creating a strong EVP and brand to attract the best talents in the market
- Performance Management: Developing customized frameworks to measure and enhance individual and team performance across the organization
- Culture: Driving initiatives to cultivate an inclusive and collaborative environment
- Stakeholder Management: Partner directly with senior plant leaders while managing expectations from global shareholders.
Who we are looking for:
- Ideally experienced in leading all HR functions within manufacturing industries
- Key Competency: Proven track record in "Greenfield" expansions or high-growth scaling within the Malaysian electronics sector.
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
What you will be offered:
- Exciting time to join the firm as it plans to double its growth in the next year
- Full autonomy to run the HR ship with minimal scrutiny.
If this sounds interesting, please apply soonest and we will reach out.
Morgan Philips is compliant to PDPA laws, and all applications are strictly confidential. Do note that once your profile is submitted to Morgan Philips, we may be in touch for other potential positions which fit you.