HR Associate Philippines

Digital Edge DC; Manila; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Edge DC is a data center platform expanding across Asia Pacific. We are seeking an HR Generalist to support day-to-day HR operations in the Philippines, focusing on lifecycle management, recruitment support, and payroll coordination.

The ideal candidate has 2–4 years of HR experience, knowledge of Philippine labor laws, and proficiency with HRIS systems such as SuccessFactors. Fluency in English and local language is required, with strong interpersonal skills and integrity.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–4 years of experience in HR Generalist/HR Operations roles.
• Knowledge of Philippine labor laws, statutory benefits, and employment regulations.
• Experience in payroll, timekeeping, and government-m mandated benefits (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, BIR).
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills; able to work across levels.

Responsibilities

• Support day-to-day HR and Talent Acquisition activities in the country.
• Manage employee lifecycle, onboarding, offboarding, and HR administration.
• Coordinate benefits administration (insurance, leave, allowances).
• Assist with payroll preparation and data validation.
• Ensure HR data accuracy in systems and files.

Skills

HR Generalist

Payroll processes

Timekeeping

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR or related

Tools

SuccessFactors

HRIS systems

Job description

Job Description:

Who we are:

Where performance meets sustainability, Digital Edge is a leading data center platform in Asia Pacific, delivering sustainable, next-generation, AI-ready digital infrastructure at scale. Headquartered in Singapore and backed by Stonepeak, we operate a rapidly expanding platform with over 30 data centers and 1.8GW of secured IT power across key markets.

Our mission is to build the foundation for the world’s digital future, helping organizations to grow sustainably and empowering the populations they serve. We differentiate through execution - delivering at speed and at scale while combining global standards with deep local expertise. This enables us to provide consistent, sustainable and high-performance infrastructure for hyperscalers and enterprises across the region.

As Asia Pacific’s digital transformation accelerates, Digital Edge is building the infrastructure that powers the next wave of AI and cloud growth. Joining Digital Edge means being part of a high-growth platform at the forefront of AI and cloud infrastructure, where you can make a tangible impact on Asia-Pacific’s digital future.

Our values:

• Respect: We embrace diversity and collaboration.
• Innovation: We share ideas and solve problems.
• Strive: We are driven and determined.
• Excellence: We seek to deliver the best.
• Responsibility: We do what’s right for our people and the planet.

What we need:

Reporting to the HRBP, South East Asia, this role will :

Support day-to-day HR and Talent Acquisition activity in the country and ensures smooth execution of core HR processes, including employee lifecycle management, recruitment support, HR administration, compliance, and coordination with internal stakeholders and external vendors. This role plays a key part in supporting Philippines employees and maintaining HR standards and policies.

Key responsibilities:

1. HR Operations & Administration

• Support employee lifecycle events, including but not limited to onboarding, probation confirmation, and offboarding
• Prepare Employment documentation using company standard templates, including employment contracts, letters and employment certificates
• Ensure HR data is accurate and up to date in HR systems (successfactors) and personnel files
• Coordinate employee benefits administration (insurance, leave, allowances, etc.)

2. Recruitment Support

• Coordinate interview scheduling with candidates and hiring managers
• Prepare interview materials and support recruitment documentation
• Assist with offer preparation and onboarding coordination
• Ensure Recruitment system and reports are kept up to date and stakeholders are briefed on a regular basis regarding hiring status

3. Employee Relations Support

• Act as a point of contact for basic HR and employee queries escalating to the HRBP as required
• Support HRBP in handling employee relations matters
• Help promote a positive and professional work environment
• Ensure confidentiality and professionalism in all HR matters

4. Payroll & Time Management Coordination

• Support payroll preparation by collecting and validating employee data
• Coordinate attendance, leave records, and overtime information
• Work closely with payroll vendor and finance team to ensure accuracy and timeliness

5. HR Policy & Compliance

• Support implementation of HR policies and procedures
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and company guidelines
• Assist with audits, reporting, and internal HR controls when required

6. HR Projects & General Support

• Support HR initiatives such as engagement activities, training coordination, and internal communications
• Assist with HR reporting and data preparation
• Provide general administrative support to the HR team as needed

Actively champion and implement the organization’s policies on health & safety, environment, energy, quality, information security, and business continuity, ensuring adherence to incident reporting, legal, and regulatory requirements.

The successful candidate:

• Education Level : Bachelors degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or any related field.
• 2-4 years of experience preferably as an HR Generalist, HR Officer, HR operations, HR administration, or a similar role.
• Knowledge of Philippine labor laws, statutory benefits, and employment regulations, including DOLE requirements.
• Experience in payroll processes, timekeeping systems, and government-mandated benefits administration (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, BIR).
• Strong interpersonal skill, communication skills and customer-focused mindset with the ability to build relationships across all levels of the organization.
• Ability to work independently and handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and HRIS systems.
• Fluent in English and local language

Requirements: