Malaysia’s Employment Act (1955): A Short Guide

As an employer or business owner in Malaysia, you’ll want to understand the Malaysia Employment Act (1955) clearly to ensure compliance.

This short guide will give you a broad overview of all the key aspects to consider, as well as how the recent changes made to minimum wage and other aspects from the Employment (Amendment) Act 2022 may affect you.

In this guide, we cover the important aspects of Malaysia employment law, including:

What is Malaysia’s Employment Act
Employees that don’t fall under the Employment Act
The current minimum wage in Malaysia
Required statutory deductions from an employee’s salary
Minimum requirements for annual leave
Minimum requirements for sick leave
Public holidays
Overtime rates
Maternity leave and protections
Working hours
Sexual harassment complaints
Flexible work arrangements

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