SENIOR HR EXECUTIVE SKILLS, EXPERIENCE, AND JOB REQUIREMENTS
Updated: Oct 06, 2025 - The Senior Human Resources (HR) Executive has solid HR experience in multinational company environments and is fluent in both Malay and English. This role requires deep knowledge of local manpower laws, the ability to manage country-level HR and payroll independently, and a recognized Diploma in Human Resources. The advisor demonstrates excellent interpersonal and communication skills, thrives under pressure, and works effectively both independently and as part of a team.
Essential Hard and Soft Skills for a Standout Senior HR Executive Resume
- Payroll Processing
- Tax Compliance
- HR Systems
- HR Administration
- Training Coordination
- Process Improvement
- Funding Support
- Record Keeping
- Policy Review
- Operational Paperwork
- Team Collaboration
- Stakeholder Relations
- Query Resolution
- Case Handling
- Safety Practices
- Communication Skills
- Policy Alignment
- Organizational Skills
- Attention To Detail
- Problem-Solving
Summary of Senior HR Executive Knowledge and Qualifications on Resume
1. BA in Human Resource Management with 7 years of Experience
- Working experience in human resources in multinational companies
- Deep knowledge and experience in employment law, compensation and benefits
- Must have experience in a payroll system such as NGA or ADP
- Experience required with an HR Information System such as Workday or SAP
- Experience in Compensation and benefit projects/tasks
- Ability to work well with people from diverse backgrounds
- Positive attitudes toward work, flexible, excellent interpersonal skills and team spirit
- The ability to maintain confidentiality
- Strong interpersonal skills and communication skills to interact with all levels of an organization
- Able to make solid judgments and creativity in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions
- Proficiency with PCs and common software applications
- Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities
- Highly detailed and organized
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment
- Strong Analytical and problem-solving skills
2. BS in Business Administration with 4 years of Experience
- Good knowledge of the Employment Act and labour laws
- Able to perform independently under limited supervision in a fast-paced and dynamic work environment
- Resourceful, adaptable and meticulous
- Experience in HR operations/shared services in Mobility, International Transfer program and HRIS
- Excellent interpersonal skills with a strong employee service focus and aptitude
- Able to team player, good prioritizing and communication skills, is an initiative and able to multitask
- Good writing skills and able to write minutes
- Good interpersonal skills
- Good knowledge of the local wage system
- Able to be numerically sound and meticulous
3. BA in Organizational Behavior with 4 years of Experience
- Human Resources working experience in multinational companies' environments
- Must know the local language (Malay), as well as be conversant in English
- Good at interpersonal skills
- Able to handle country-level HR activities independently, with minimal guidance
- Knowledge of local manpower law and regulations
- Work experience in a similar role
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently and in a team
- Must possess a Diploma in Human Resources
- Relevant experience in HR functions and payroll
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment under pressure
- A team player with a good attitude and willing to learn
4. BA in Sociology with 3 years of Experience
- Fluent in written and spoken English
- Ability to work well with people
- Strong customer-focused
- Strong communication skills
- Must have problem-solving skills
- Ability to be results-oriented
- Experience in the same position
- Experience working in an international company