Head of HR and Operations - Malta

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Lead the setup and operations of a local entity in Malta, driving hiring strategies, managing recruitment processes, and overseeing employee lifecycle. Develop and implement HR policies, employee handbook, and performance management systems. Drive key milestones such as entity setup, office launch, and team scaling.

Key Highlights
Lead local entity setup
Drive hiring strategies
Manage employee lifecycle
Key Responsibilities
Lead local entity/branch setup
Oversee office setup and operations
Drive hiring strategies
Manage end-to-end recruitment processes
Support work visa applications
Oversee employee relocation
Design and implement compensation and benefits programs
Manage EOR and payroll vendors
Oversee the full employee lifecycle
Act as the key HR contact for the Malta/Europe office
Benefits & Perks
Full-time employment
Onsite work
Visa support
Relocation support

Job Description


Work Location: Malta (Europe)

Employment Type: Full-time | Onsite

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead local entity/branch setup, including company incorporation, tax/social security registration, and bank account opening, ensuring full compliance.
  • Oversee office setup and operations, including site selection, lease negotiation, vendor management, procurement, and budget control.
  • Drive hiring strategies across Malta and APAC, focusing on technical and product roles, and manage recruitment channels, agencies, and KPIs.
  • Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including pipeline tracking, candidate experience, and hiring delivery.
  • Support work visa applications by coordinating with legal counsel and consulates, and preparing/reviewing documentation.
  • Oversee employee relocation, including travel, housing, banking, and integration support for employees and their families.
  • Design and implement compensation and benefits programs, and manage offer preparation, contracts, and employee relations.
  • Select and manage EOR and payroll vendors, including contract negotiation, compliance oversight, and transition to local entities.
  • Oversee the full employee lifecycle, including onboarding/offboarding, asset management, probation reviews, and HRIS maintenance.
  • Act as the key HR contact for the Malta/Europe office, liaising with APAC HQ and external stakeholders.
  • Develop and implement HR policies, employee handbook, performance management systems, and regular reporting.
  • Drive key milestones such as entity setup, office launch, and scaling teams, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.

Requirements

  • 6+ years of HR or People Operations experience, including at least 3 years in an HR Manager or leadership role.
  • 23 years of experience in Europe or strong hands-on knowledge of local market practices.
  • Fluent in Mandarin and English (or a local European language), with the ability to work in a multilingual environment.
  • Strong knowledge of local labor laws, social security, and tax regulations; able to manage contracts and payroll independently.
  • Proven experience in work visa processing and international employee relocation.
  • Experience building teams from scratch, including entity setup and office establishment; expansion experience preferred.
  • Experience managing EOR/payroll vendors and supporting technical recruitment; familiarity with compliance and cost structures is a plus.

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