Head of People & Performance — HR Strategy & Compliance

Cobden & Carter International; Makati; On-site; PHP 2,000,000 - 3,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Cobden & Carter International is seeking a Head of Human Resources to oversee the full spectrum of HR functions across our Makati-based organization. You will align HR policies, systems, and initiatives with business goals, ensure compliance with Philippine labor regulations, and drive high performance and engagement.

The role requires that you lead talent acquisition, learning and development, performance management, employee relations, compensation and benefits, and payroll administration,

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Psychology, HRM, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 7–10 years of progressive HR experience, including a minimum of 3 years in a managerial role.
• Experience within life insurance or financial services is preferred.
• Hands-on experience in payroll administration and government compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine labor laws, compensation frameworks, and regulatory standards.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and analytical skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS platforms, payroll systems, and MS Office applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end HR operations across the organization.
• Oversee recruitment, onboarding, training, and performance management processes.
• Manage employee relations and ensure effective handling of employee concerns.
• Administer compensation, benefits, and payroll processes.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulatory requirements, and industry standards.
• Develop and implement HR policies, programs, and systems aligned with business objectives.

Skills

HR operations

Recruitment

Onboarding

Learning & development

Performance management

Employee relations

Payroll administration

Labor law knowledge

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Psychology, HRM, Business Administration, or related field

Tools

HRIS platforms

Payroll systems

MS Office

Job description

Cobden & Carter International is seeking a Head of Human Resources to oversee the full spectrum of HR functions across our Makati-based organization. You will align HR policies, systems, and initiatives with business goals, ensure compliance with Philippine labor regulations, and drive high performance and engagement.

The role requires that you lead talent acquisition, learning and development, performance management, employee relations, compensation and benefits, and payroll administration,