HR & Admin Manager

Who We Are
Dynamite Games is at the forefront of creating unparalleled gaming experiences for digital natives and the next generation of gamers. Our commitment to innovation and quality drives us to develop games that are not only visually stunning but also deeply engaging. Leveraging cutting-edge technology, we strive to deliver experiences that resonate with modern gamers through unique narratives and immersive gameplay.
The Role
We are seeking an experienced HR & Admin Manager to lead the full spectrum of Human Resources and Office Administration for our Kuala Lumpur operations, overseeing two physical office locations.
Reporting to the Regional Head of HR, this role acts as the country HR lead and operational gatekeeper, responsible for ensuring regulatory compliance, operational excellence, employee experience, payroll governance, and facilities management standards across both offices.
This is a hands-on leadership role requiring strategic thinking, operational depth, and strong stakeholder management capability within a fast-paced and evolving business environment.
Key Responsibilities
HR Leadership & People Operations (Country Lead – Malaysia)
Lead and manage the full employee lifecycle including workforce planning support, onboarding, performance management cycles, employee engagement, disciplinary processes, and exit management.
Serve as the Malaysia HR subject matter expert and compliance custodian, ensuring adherence to local employment legislation, statutory requirements, and internal governance
Provide advisory support to managers on employee relations matters, policy interpretation, and risk mitigation.
Partner with Regional HR to drive HR initiatives, performance frameworks, and organizational effectiveness programs within the Malaysia offices.
Monitor employee sentiment and engagement levels, proactively recommending and implementing action plans where necessary.
Oversee documentation control, HR SOPs, and continuous improvement of local HR
2. Payroll, HRIS & Governance Oversight
Accountable for end-to-end Malaysia payroll governance, ensuring:
Accurate and timely payroll processing
Compliance with statutory contributions and reporting requirements
Proper payroll reconciliation and documentation
Act as HRIS data owner for Malaysia, ensuring:
Data integrity, confidentiality, and audit readiness
Timely updates and system adoption
Accurate reporting for headcount, attrition, and manpower analytics
Support internal and external audits where
Drive process optimization and digitization of HR workflows where
3. Office Administration & Facilities Management (2 Offices)
Oversee facilities management, maintenance, and operational readiness of two KL office
Ensure workplace safety, compliance, and alignment with company
Manage vendor relationships (cleaning, maintenance, security, utilities, ) with cost control and service-level monitoring.
Oversee procurement and budget control for office supplies, equipment, pantry management, and facility enhancements.
Drive workplace improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and employee
4. Budgeting, Cost Control & Vendor Governance
Manage HR and administrative operational budgets for
Review and approve administrative expenditures, ensuring cost efficiency and financial
Negotiate and manage contracts with local vendors and service
5. Employee Engagement & Culture Building
Lead and execute local employee engagement initiatives, welfare programs, and internal
Support Regional HR in embedding organizational culture, values, and performance
Champion communication clarity and positive employee relations across
6. Cross-Functional & Regional Collaboration
Act as the Malaysia liaison between HQ/Regional HR and local business
Support regional HR projects such as HRIS migration, policy harmonization, and compliance
Contribute insights on workforce trends, attrition risks, and manpower
Who We Are Looking For
Minimum 6–8 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial or lead
Strong hands-on exposure to Malaysia employment law, statutory compliance, and payroll
Demonstrated experience managing full-spectrum HR operations
Prior experience overseeing office facilities and multi-site administration
Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence managers and senior
High ownership mindset with strong problem-solving and decision-making
Comfortable operating in a fast-paced, evolving
Detail-oriented with strong documentation and process governance
Experience with HRIS systems and payroll
Proficient in Microsoft Office and HR reporting
Immediate or short notice availability