Senior Manager, Human Resources

Join DayOne – Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure

DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe — and we’re just getting started.

As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure.

If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter.

Job Summary

The Senior HR Manager, Malaysia is responsible for leading the full spectrum of Human Resources functions to support business operations and growth. This role partners closely with local leadership to drive people strategies, ensure HR compliance efficiently.

The incumbent will oversee HR business partnering, employee relations and talent management, ensuring a well-functioning, compliant, and engaged workplace.

Job Responsibilities

HR Business Partnering

• Partner with local leadership to align HR strategies with business goals
• Provide advisory support on workforce planning, organizational structure, and talent decisions
• Act as a trusted partner to managers on people-related matters

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Manage employee relations, disciplinary actions, and grievance handling
• Ensure compliance with Indonesian labor laws, regulations, and company policies
• Support industrial relations matters where applicable

Talent Management & Development

• Work with regional and COE teams to support talent acquisition and retention strategies
• Drive performance management processes and promote a feedback-driven culture
• Coach managers on employee development, performance improvement, and career progression

HR Operations

• Oversee end-to-end employee lifecycle (onboarding, transfers, exits)
• Implement and maintain HR policies, SOPs, and best practices
• Support audit, risk, and compliance activities, ensuring timely corrective actions

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Drive employee engagement initiatives and programs
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work culture
• Monitor employee sentiment and recommend improvement actions

Change Management & Business Support

• Support organizational changes, expansions, or transformation initiatives
• Work with leadership to ensure smooth implementation of changes

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field
• Minimum 8 –10 years of HR experience in MNC, with exposure to various HR functions. 
• Preference for HR Business Partnering background. 
• Strong knowledge of Malaysia labor laws and HR compliance
• Experience in handling employee relations and operational HR matters
• Experience in fast-paced or growth environments preferred

Key Competencies

• Strong business partnering and stakeholder management skills
• Hands-on, operationally strong with ability to multitask
• Good knowledge of HR processes and local regulations
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution abilities
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to balance HR strategy with day-to-day execution
• Proficiency in HR systems (Workday) and Microsoft Office

DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you're ready to grow with one of the fastest-moving companies in the data center industry, apply now and be part of our global journey.