AstraZeneca is a leading global biopharmaceutical company. We believe the best way we can help patients is to focus on breakthrough science to uncover disease mechanisms and develop novel, targeted therapies that interact with them. This is at the heart of our purpose as a company: to push the boundaries of science to deliver life-changing medicines.

At AstraZeneca Malaysia, we aim to be the fastest growing pharmaceutical company in Malaysia in the therapeutic areas of cardiovascular, diabetes, oncology and respiratory. Through this ambition, we are confident that we can transform the lives of Malaysian patients by ensuring that they have access to life-changing medicines. Working here means being a member of our family in making a difference in delivering better health for Malaysian patients.

As a HR Trainee, you will gain your expertise in Human Resources through experiential learning in various HR practice areas such as Talent Acquisition, Talent and Development and other HR operations and projects.

Key Responsibilities

Your first rotation would be in Talent Acquisition. The scope of work includes:

• Partner with the HR Business Partners and hiring managers to understand the manpower and recruiting needs
• Execute end-to-end recruiting process and hiring strategies
• Develop strategic sourcing solutions that will attract and acquire high quality candidates
• Develop, organise and participate in employer branding activities be in on-campus initiatives or social media engagement
• Lead and support in other company-wide initiatives or HR assignments

Essential Requirements

• You have a Bachelor Degree preferably with a Masters Degree from a top university
• If you are a fresh graduate or have less than 1 year experience, you are encouraged to apply
• You have a keen interest in the pharmaceutical industry and/or the finance shared services industry
• You demonstrated actions for continuous learning and improvement

AstraZeneca is an equal opportunity employer. AstraZeneca will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. AstraZeneca only employs individuals with the right to work in the country/ies where the role is advertised.

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AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity.  We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills.  We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be.  We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics.  We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.