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Salaries for positions in the Human Resources work area

The gross salary range for people working in Malaysia in Human Resources is typically from 2,524 MYR (minimum salary) to 8,533 MYR (highest average, actual maximum salary is higher).

This is the total monthly salary including bonuses. Salaries can vary drastically among different job positions. If you are interested in the salary of a particular job, please choose it from the list.

Gross salary in category Human Resources Salaries may vary by position, the value given is indicative. 80% of people earn: 2,524 - 8,533 MYR 10% earn less lthan 2,524 MYR 10% earns more than 8,533 MYR Compare your salary What does the data in the graph mean? Salaries in the survey are expressed in gross. Based on the Paylab.com salary survey, 80% of people in the Human Resources category in the Malaysia earn between 2,524 MYR and 8,533 MYR monthly gross. 10% of employees earn less than 2,524 MYR and 10% of people earn more than 8,533 MYR. The survey is based on data from employees, cleaned of extreme and duplicate values. By taking a free, anonymous survey, you will get a more accurate salary comparison with other people working in the same position as you. Compare your salary Share Tweet Share Save Get link

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List of positions in the Human Resources category and their job descriptions

Job position Description of job position Salary range Career advisor

• Providing guidance and support to individuals in their career development and job search processes.
• Conducting one-on-one career counseling sessions to assess clients' skills, interests, and goals.
• Assisting clients in creating effective resumes and cover letters tailored to specific job opportunities.
• Offering interview preparation and coaching to enhance clients' confidence and performance.
• Developing and facilitating workshops on various career-related topics, including job search strategies and networking.
• Staying updated on labor market trends and employment opportunities to provide relevant information to clients.
• Collaborating with educational institutions and employers to connect clients with job openings and internships.
• Utilizing assessment tools to help clients identify their strengths and areas for improvement.
• Maintaining accurate records of client interactions and progress for follow-up and reporting purposes.
• Promoting a positive and supportive environment that encourages clients to pursue their career aspirations.

3,069 - 7,895 MYR Coach

• Supporting clients in solving problems through structured questions, reflections, suggestions and feedback.
• Providing consultations on alternative procedures and their consequences.
• Aiding the implementation of defined plans and intentions.
• Supporting development and learning.

Compensation & Benefit Specialist

• Participating in the setting of reward strategies within the company.
• Planning of personal costs.
• Watching withdrawals from the funds earmarked for the remuneration of employees.
• Reevaluating the height of salaries and provided benefits.
• Solving problems connected with remuneration.

3,785 - 9,683 MYR Department Manager

• Overseeing the daily operations of the department to ensure efficiency and productivity.
• Developing and implementing departmental strategies and goals aligned with the organization's objectives.
• Leading, mentoring, and managing a team of employees, fostering a positive and collaborative work environment.
• Conducting performance evaluations, providing feedback, and identifying training needs for team members.
• Collaborating with other departments to ensure seamless communication and coordination of activities.
• Managing departmental budgets and resources, ensuring cost-effective operations.
• Analyzing departmental performance metrics and preparing reports for senior management.
• Ensuring compliance with company policies, procedures, and relevant regulations.
• Addressing employee concerns and resolving conflicts in a timely and professional manner.
• Staying informed about industry trends and best practices to enhance departmental effectiveness.

4,970 - 13,670 MYR Education Specialist

• Responsibility for the drawing up a plan of training activities.
• Determining the training needs and communication with senior staff in developing a training plan.
• Preparing the group and individual training plans.
• Introducing the new training systems and new projects.
• Cooperating in the implementation of professional career system and in creating a system of further education.
• Creating and implementing the professional career system of employees and creating the processes to ensure the further professional development of employees.
• Conducting organisation development projects.
• Independent completing, recording and revising the proposals of training activities (internal and external).
• Creating and managing the catalogue of training activities.
• Providing advice on creating training proposals.
• Preparing and organising internal trainings, preparing technical equipment and the ensuring suitable classrooms.
• Tracking feedback from conducted training in order to improve the service provided for the necessary staff development.
• Providing training activities through external training companies.
• Participating in defining the requirements and specifications for choosing a supplier of training activities.
• Communicating with the external suppliers of trainings.
• Covering the current qualification needs.
• Providing advice to managers and employees concerning the arrangements for further education.
• Independent developing, designing and documenting trainings and seminars for employees.
• Conducting or moderating seminars, conferences, group works, case studies, planning and model situations.
• Performing one´s own training activities.
• Monitoring and analysing the trends and news in the market of education development and further education of adults and human resources and their implementation as appropriate.
• Responsibility for keeping records of completed trainings and courses.
• Preparing reports and statistics on training activities.
• Presenting the process and outcomes of training activities for audits and controlling.
• Communicating with other external companies and institutions (secondary schools, universities, training and educational centres, educational agencies, etc.) in order to achieve an effective co-operation in implementing joint projects.

3,455 - 10,171 MYR HR Assistant

• Administrative support of the HR department
• Organizing appointments and job interviews
• CV selection, candidate pre-selection over the phone
• Participating in and assisting with keeping the HR agenda (contracts, terminations, addendums, extensions)
• Helping with organising employee training and education
• Communicating with partners, management, other departments and employees

2,177 - 4,234 MYR HR Business Partner

• Making up a concept of employees' training, their evaluation and rewarding.
• Coordinating selection processes in the company or in assigned departments.
• Cooperating with the managers of the company at solving personal questions.
• Taking active part in strategic decisions of the company.
• Keeping the personal employee agenda.
• providing counseling to the managers and employees in the area of the Labour Code and the related legislation.

4,979 - 13,696 MYR HR Consultant

• Advertising job vacancies.
• Selecting profiles of candidates from internal database and external sources.
• Organising and independently conducting selection interviews with candidates.
• Evaluating candidates from the personal and professional point of view and their subsequent recommending to the clients.
• Providing consultation and advice to clients and jobseekers.
• Regular communication with assigned clients.

3,316 - 11,087 MYR HR Coordinator

• managing the assigned project, selecting employees
• taking care of, coordinating and being responsible for the assigned employees
• communication with the representatives of the employer
• checking attendance, preparing wage documents

3,123 - 8,526 MYR HR Generalist

• Providing advice to line managers and employees concerning the Labour Code and related legislation.
• Responsibility for the identification of the staffing need and recruitment of new employees.
• Managing the personnel administration.
• Ensuring the further development and education of employees.
• Reporting the results to the management of the company.
• Preparing documents for the wage department.

3,892 - 6,978 MYR HR Officer

• Defining qualification prerequisites for specific work positions.
• Responsibility for the contents of recruitment advertisements and its communication in the mass media.
• Holding personal interviews with employment candidates.
• Preparing the contents of employment contracts.
• Securing employment-related activities connected to the start and end of employment.
• Preparation of the materials used for payroll processing.
• Securing training and educational activities within the organisation.
• Formulating, managing, and optimising the system of motivation and benefits.
• Responsibility for archiving and adherence to the protection of employee personal data.

2,501 - 5,265 MYR Lecturer, trainer

• Preparing the content of courses and trainings.
• Providing the instructional materials and teaching aids.
• Lecturing on the subject matter and the subsequent application of theoretical knowledge into practice.
• Reviewing the acquired knowledge through discussions, tests, or practical demonstrations.
• Issuing certificates after the successful completion of courses and trainings.

3,359 - 9,182 MYR Occupational Psychologist

• Providing psychological counselling for individuals and/or groups.
• Detecting problems with the help of test batteries.
• Analysing problems and relationships at the working place.
• Taking part in making up work groups and teams.
• Suggesting measures focused on improving the work climate.
• Finding out facts about employees with the help of special tests and questionnaires.

Recruiter

• Conducting telephone interviews in order to identify and eliminate unsuitable job seekers for the position.
• Inviting suitable job seekers to interviews.
• Conducting job interviews with the job seekers, in turn inquiring about previous experience, expected salary, etc.
• Testing the language competence, abilities and skills through simulated dialogues, tests, etc.
• Regular monitoring of job seekers on job portals, monitoring the currently required job positions on the market.
• Keeping files of job seekers.

3,168 - 10,453 MYR

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Frequently asked Questions

Frequently asked questions and answers about salaries for positions in the work area Human Resources.

What is the average salary in the category Human Resources?

The total gross average salary for positions in the category Human Resources is according to Paylab.com 5,225 MYR.

Which positions are the best paid in the category Human Resources?

The best-paying positions in the category Human Resources are HR Business Partner, Department Manager, HR Consultant, Education Specialist, Compensation & Benefit Specialist.

Does the company size affect salaries for positions in the work area Human Resources?

Yes, the size of the company can affect the amount of your salary. Larger companies usually have more stable revenues and can afford to pay the best people on the market. In addition, salaries in large companies may be influenced by collective agreements, which ensure their regular review.

How does the salary in the category Human Resources differ between men and women?

When we add up the average salary of all women and the average salary of all men working in positions in the category Human Resources, women earn 20.83% less than men.

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