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HR Manager Salary in Malaysia

HR managers lead hiring, culture, benefits, and employee relations. The Malaysia median is $53,565 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$53,565
per year
Monthly (national)
$4,472
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$53,565
Johor Bahru, MY
Hourly (national)
$25.75
varies by city

HR Manager salary by city in Malaysia

CityPer year
Johor Bahru, MY$53,565
Petaling Jaya, MY$53,565
Ipoh, MY$53,565
Malacca, MY$53,565
Kota Bharu, MY$53,565
Kuantan, MY$53,565
Kota Kinabalu, MY$53,565
Kuala Terengganu, MY$53,565
Alor Setar, MY$53,565
Kuching, MY$53,565
Seremban, MY$53,565
Kuala Lumpur, MY$37,348

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a hr manager make in Malaysia?
The national median hr manager salary in Malaysia is about RM 218,000 per year (RM 18,200 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about RM 152,000 to RM 218,000.
Which Malaysia city pays hr managers the most?
Johor Bahru, MY pays the most at about RM 218,000 per year.
Which Malaysia city pays hr managers the least?
Among cities we cover, Kuala Lumpur, MY is on the lower end at about RM 152,000 per year for a hr manager.
What is the typical salary range for a hr manager in Malaysia?
Across Malaysia cities we cover, hr manager pay commonly spans from about RM 99,800 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about RM 309,100 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Malaysia cities have hr manager salary data?
Pay by Role publishes hr manager pay for 12 cities in Malaysia, all shown in MYR.
Is hr manager in demand in Malaysia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +5% over the next decade. Related finance & business roles on Pay by Role include Accountant, Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager.