Human Resources Manager, Bank

PeopleSearch Limited; Hong Kong Island; On-site; HKD 850,000 - 1,250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement scheme contributions

Life insurance

HR training programmes

Job summary

PeopleSearch Limited is seeking a Human Resources Manager for a banking client in Hong Kong. This strategic role centers on recruitment and people management within the financial services sector.

You will develop HR strategies to attract and retain top talent, oversee end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, performance management and regulatory compliance in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related discipline.
• 5+ years of professional HR experience, with recruitment exposure in banking/financial services.
• Proven expertise in full-cycle recruitment, sourcing, interviewing, and selection.
• Knowledge of Hong Kong employment law and banking regulations.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Proficiency with HR systems and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for banking roles (profiling, sourcing, interviewing, selection).
• Build relationships with banking clients to understand talent needs and objectives.
• Track HR KPIs: turnover, headcount, training participation, performance cycle completion, ER trends.
• Provide HR reporting and data-driven recommendations to leadership.
• Design and implement policies aligned with banking regulations and best practices.
• Support onboarding, performance management and professional development for banking staff.
• Conduct HR compliance audits and ensure adherence to employment laws.
• Collaborate with leadership to identify talent gaps and recruit accordingly.
• Oversee HR administration: contracts, leave, records.

Skills

End-to-end recruitment

Stakeholder management

HR analytics

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related field

Tools

MS Office

HRIS/HRMS

Job description

About the role

We are seeking a Human Resources Manager for our banking client. This is a strategic HR position focused on supporting the recruitment and people management functions within the banking sector. You will play a vital role in developing and implementing HR strategies that attract, engage, and retain top talent for our banking clients. This position offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on organizational culture, employee development, and talent acquisition within a fast-paced financial services environment.

Key responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for banking positions, including job profiling, candidate sourcing, interviewing, and selection
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with banking sector clients to understand their talent needs and organisational objectives
• Track HR KPIs such as turnover, headcount, training participation, performance cycle completion, and ER case trends.
• Provide HR reporting and recommendations to leadership based on data insights.
• Design and implement HR policies and procedures that align with banking regulatory requirements and industry best practices
• Support employee onboarding, performance management, and professional development programmes for banking professionals
• Conduct HR compliance audits and ensure adherence to employment legislation and banking sector regulations
• Collaborate with senior management to identify talent gaps and develop targeted recruitment strategies
• Manage HR administration, including contract management, leave administration, and personnel record keeping
• Foster a positive workplace culture and support employee engagement initiatives across banking teams
• Provide HR advice and support to managers and staff on employment matters and workplace issues

What we're looking for

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline
• 5+ years of professional HR experience, with substantial exposure to recruitment and talent acquisition in the banking or financial services sector
• Proven expertise in full-cycle recruitment, including candidate sourcing, interviewing techniques, and selection methodologies
• In-depth knowledge of employment law, banking sector regulations, and HR compliance requirements applicable in Hong Kong
• Strong understanding of banking industry culture, roles, and talent requirements
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to build effective relationships at all levels
• Proficiency in HR systems and databases, as well as strong IT skills including Microsoft Office applications
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Problem-solving mindset with the ability to develop creative and practical HR solutions
• Fluency in English and Cantonese and Mandarin

What we offer

• Competitive salary package commensurate with experience and qualifications
• Comprehensive benefits including health insurance, retirement scheme contributions, and life insurance
• Professional development opportunities including HR training programmes and industry certifications
• Career progression within a growing organisation with exposure to strategic HR initiatives
• Flexible working arrangements and supportive work-life balance policies
• Access to learning and development resources to enhance your HR expertise
• Collaborative and inclusive workplace culture that values innovation and continuous improvement