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Comprehensive Employment Law and Practical HR Compliance

A two-day programme on employment law and HR compliance in Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak: contracts, benefits, discipline, performance and termination.

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Labour law and HRHRD Corp claimable2 days

What you will be able to do

  • Understand the legal framework governing employment in Malaysia
  • Tell apart the laws that apply in Peninsular Malaysia, Sabah and Sarawak
  • Identify employer obligations and employee rights
  • Apply practical HR procedures for performance, misconduct and termination
  • Put proper HR documentation and compliance practices in place

Who should attend

  • Business owners, entrepreneurs and directors
  • HR managers, HR admin and HR personnel
  • Accountants, tax managers and financial advisors
  • Supervisors who handle workplace issues

Course outline

  1. 1

    Introduction to employment law in Malaysia

    • Sources of employment law
    • Federal versus East Malaysia jurisdiction
    • Employment Act, Sabah and Sarawak Labour Ordinances
  2. 2

    Contract of service and employment terms

    • Contract of service versus contract for service
    • Who is an employee
    • Essential clauses, probation and confirmation
  3. 3

    Benefit entitlements under the law

    • Wages and salary payments
    • Working hours and overtime
    • Rest days, public holidays and leave
  4. 4

    Termination of employment

    • Termination with and without notice
    • Retrenchment and redundancy
    • Constructive dismissal and employer legal risks
  5. 5

    Performance Improvement Plan (PIP)

    • Managing poor performance and counselling
    • The PIP process and documentation
    • Poor performance dismissal
  6. 6

    Discipline, misconduct and domestic inquiry

    • Principles of natural justice
    • Misconduct investigation and domestic inquiry procedures
    • Warning letters and disciplinary actions

Upcoming sessions

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