People Payroll Services Senior Specialist

OUR STORY

At STMicroelectronics, we believe in the power of technology to drive innovation and make a positive impact on people, businesses, and society. As a global semiconductor company, our advanced technologies and chips form the hidden foundation of the world we live in today.

When you join ST, you will be part of a global business with more than 115 nationalities, present in 40 countries, and comprising over 50,000 diverse and dedicated creators and makers of technology around the world.

Developing technologies takes more than talent: it takes amazing people who understand collaboration and respect. People with passion and the desire to disrupt the status quo,  drive innovation, and unlock their own potential. 

Embark on a journey with us, where you can innovate for a future that we want to make smarter and greener, in a responsible and sustainable way. Our technology starts with you.

Overview:

We are a newly established People Services team based in Kuala Lumpur, strengthening our capabilities across Payroll, Employee Lifecycle (ELC), Learning & Development (L&D), Talent Acquisition (TA), and Compensation & Reward. As part of a phased transformation journey, we are supporting the transition of selected activities across the organization. Our objective is to build a centralized hub that delivers efficient, consistent, and virtual HR services on a global scale.

 

YOUR ROLE 

Main Goals 

• Ensure efficient and smooth day-to-day Payroll/HR operations
• Provide support and advice to employees and managers on a wide range of Payroll/HR related issues 
• Keep in mind the company's strategy, values and targets when helping employees

 

Accountability and Responsibilities

• Respond to employee inquiries and concerns, providing accurate and timely information, advice and assistance
• Assist employees with payroll related processes and procedures
• Manage end to end payroll processing for assigned countries, including bank files, reporting, payslip and statutory handling
• Manage statutory requirement including data collection, calculation and statutory lodgment (forms and payment) on timely basis
• Ensuring accuracy and timeliness in payroll deadlines and reporting to government agencies
• Communicate with CoEs and other departments within the organization to ensure that employee inquiries and concerns are addressed in a timely and appropriate manner 
• Provide training and guidance to employees on Payroll/HR-related topics 
• Participate in projects and initiatives to improve the overall employee experience 
• Assist with various Payroll processes, such as onboarding, terminations, and compliance 
• Develop and monitor SLAs and associated measurements 
• Provide input for continuous improvement in processes and payroll flow
• Keep developing knowledge about Payroll/HR best practices as well as about important laws and regulations 

 

YOUR SKILLS & EXPERIENCES

Experience Requirements

• 6+ years in Payroll, HR, business, administration or related field 
• Proven experience in completing end to end payroll processing, ideally in HR Shared Services industry
• Experienced in handling payroll system, preferably SAP Payroll
• Extensive knowledge of Microsoft excel and office
• English business proficiency
• Experience in constructively collaborating with internal stakeholders

 

Knowledge and Skills Requirements

• High level of Payroll/HR IT acumen 
• Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion 
• Excellent interpersonal & communication skills 
• Ability to work effectively with individuals at all levels of the organization 
• Self-reliant, resourceful, and able to work independently 
• Effective team member in sharing knowledge and best practices

ST is proud to be one of the 17 companies certified as a 2025 Global Top Employer and the first and only semiconductor company to achieve this distinction. ST was recognized in this ranking thanks to its continuous improvement approach and stands out particularly in the areas of ethics & integrity, purpose & values, organization & change, business strategy, and performance.

At ST, we endeavor to foster a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we do not tolerate discrimination. We aim to recruit and retain a diverse workforce that reflects the societies around us. We strive for equity in career development, career opportunities, and equal remuneration. We encourage candidates who may not meet every single requirement to apply, as we appreciate diverse perspectives and provide opportunities for growth and learning. Diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) is woven into our company culture. 

To discover more, visit st.com/careers.