Hire in Malaysia. 
Fast, Compliant, and Without Entity Setup

Malaysia has become a strategic hub for regional operations, shared services, and tech teams. However, hiring locally means navigating employment laws, statutory contributions, and payroll compliance.


With IBMC Employer of Record (EOR) in Malaysia, you can hire Malaysian or foreign talent quickly and compliantly without opening an entity.

Why Companies Are Hiring in Malaysia

Malaysia offers a strong balance of cost, talent quality, and business infrastructure making it one of Southeast Asia’s most practical hiring destinations.

Key Factors for Hiring in Malaysia

Skilled, English-Proficient Workforce

Malaysia has a large pool of professionals fluent in English, especially in tech, finance, and shared services.

Competitive Employment Costs

Companies can significantly reduce payroll costs while maintaining strong talent quality.

Mature Digital & Tech Talent Pool

Malaysia produces strong mid-level developers, analysts, and IT support professionals.

Business-Friendly Infrastructure

Reliable banking, payroll systems, and employment frameworks.

What Roles Companies Commonly Hire in Malaysia

IBMC supports a wide range of functions, but these roles consistently perform well in the Malaysian market:

Customer Experience

  • Customer Support (English & Multilingual)
  • Technical Support
  • Inside Sales and SDR Teams
  • Customer Success Managers

Technology & Digital

  • Software Developers
  • Data Analysts
  • IT Support Engineers

Commercial & Regional Support

  • Regional Sales Support
  • Marketing Specialist
  • Business Analysts
  • Operations Coordinators

Malaysia Statutory Employment Requirements

Hiring in Malaysia requires proper handling of mandatory employer obligations. IBMC ensures full compliance with all statutory components.

Core Employer Contributions

EPF (Employees Provident Fund)

SOCSO (Social Security Organization)

EIS (Employment Insurance System)

Monthly Tax Deduction

Annual Leave, Sick Leave & Public Holidays

Mandatory retirement fund contribution by both employer and employee.
󠁯•󠁏󠁏 Employer contribution: typically 12% - 13%
󠁯•󠁏󠁏 Employee contribution: typically 11%

Provides employment injury and invalidity protection.
󠁯•󠁏󠁏 Employer and employee both contribute
󠁯•󠁏󠁏 Covers workplace accidents and disability benefits

Supports employees in case of job loss.
󠁯•󠁏󠁏 Shared contribution between employer and employee
󠁯•󠁏󠁏 Mandatory for most employees

Employers must withhold and remit employee income tax monthly.

Entitlements governed by the Employment Act and employment contract.

Start Building Your Malaysia Team!

Access skilled talent, control costs, and stay fully compliant without the burden of entity setup

Book a free consultation and start hiring in Malaysia with IBMC!

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