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Country Head, Human Resources

Kuala Lumpur Permanent MYR25,000 - MYR30,000 per month (MYR300,000 - MYR360,000 per year) View Job Description
This is a hands-on HR leadership role responsible for driving the full employee lifecycle and building a strong people strategy for a rapidly expanding organisation. You will partner closely with business leaders and regional stakeholders to deliver HR initiatives, enhance employee experience, and support long-term growth.
  • Lead and build a standalone HR function in a high-growth fintech organisation
  • Broad HR leadership scope in a dynamic and growing business

About Our Client

Our client is a fast-growing regional fintech organisation with a strong presence across Asia and expanding international operations. Operating in a regulated and technology-driven environment, the business is recognised as a market leader in several key segments and continues to invest heavily in growth and talent development.

Job Description

  • Lead and develop the local HR team while supporting business growth plans
  • Partner with business leaders on workforce planning and organisational effectiveness
  • Manage the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding, performance management, engagement, rewards, and offboarding
  • Drive the implementation of regional HR initiatives and programmes locally
  • Collaborate with specialist HR teams across Talent Management, Organisational Development, and Learning & Development
  • Provide guidance on employee relations, labour law compliance, and HR policies
  • Support managers in handling complex people matters and sensitive employee issues
  • Champion employee engagement and culture-building initiatives
  • Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, policies, and employee experience
  • Act as a strategic HR partner to senior leadership while remaining operationally hands-on

The Successful Applicant

A successful Country Head, Human Resources should have:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
  • Minimum of 15 years of HR experience, with the last 5 years in a HRBP role
  • Must have recent or current experience within fintech, technology, digital, consulting, or other fast-paced industries
  • Strong stakeholder management, communication, and influencing skills
  • Proven ability to balance strategic HR initiatives with operational execution

What's on Offer

  • Career Progression: Opportunity to take on broader HR areas as the business grows
  • Career opportunity: Opportunity to build and scale an independent HR function while expanding into a broader leadership scope



If you have the skills and experience required, we encourage you to apply.

Contact
Jillian Yeow
Quote job ref
JN-092026-7108883
Phone number
+60323024020

Job summary

Function
Human Resources
Specialisation
Head of HR
What is your area of specialisation?
Financial Services
Location
Kuala Lumpur
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Jillian Yeow
Consultant contact
+60323024020
Job Reference
JN-092026-7108883

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

We don't just accept difference - we celebrate it. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this role and are committed to building inclusive, diverse workplaces where everyone can thrive. If you require any support or reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.