HR Manager

The VITO Group; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Job summary

The VITO Group is seeking an experienced HR Manager in Makati to serve as the Philippine counterpart to our US HR team, overseeing the full employee lifecycle. The role requires broad expertise across talent acquisition, onboarding, benefits, compliance, performance management, development, and mobility.

You will lead local recruitment, ensure adherence to Philippine labor laws, coordinate visa and documentation for international staff, and partner with global teams to strengthen culture and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 5–7 years of HR operations experience with focus on onboarding, benefits, and compliance.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine labor laws, regulations, and HR best practices.
• Excellent English communication, written and verbal, in a multinational context.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the local subject matter expert on PH employment law, benefits, and HR processes.
• Lead the review and implementation of HR policies and the employee handbook, monitoring changes in legislation.
• Partner with US Talent Acquisition teams to support local recruiting and onboarding for new hires.
• Coordinate visa applications, immigration processes, and mobility planning for international staff.
• Facilitate local training initiatives and coordinate employee engagement activities to strengthen culture and collaboration.
• Act as a bridge between the Philippines office and the global organization, sharing feedback with leadership.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Onboarding

Employee relations

Benefits administration

Performance management

Training & development

Mobility programs

Education

Bachelor’s degree in HR / Business Administration

Job description

The HR Manager will serve as the local extension of our US-based HR team and play a critical role in delivering a consistent, high-quality employee experience across the entire employee lifecycle. This highly visible and collaborative position requires broad expertise across all HR disciplines, including talent acquisition, onboarding, employee relations, benefits administration, performance management, training and development, and mobility programs.

Key Responsibilities

Serve as the local subject matter expert on Philippine employment law, employee benefit programs, and HR processes, providing guidance on legal implications for recruitment, hiring, benefits, training, and performance. Lead the review and implementation of HR policies and the employee handbook while monitoring legislative changes.

Partner with US Talent Acquisition teams to support local recruiting efforts, deliver a seamless candidate experience, and lead local onboarding activities for new hires.

Serve as the primary resource for international visa requirements, immigration processes, travel documentation, and mobility-related planning, including coordinating visa applications, supporting documentation, and embassy appointments.

Partner with Learning & Development teams to support local training initiatives. Coordinate employee engagement activities that strengthen culture, collaboration, and team connection.

Act as a primary bridge between the Philippines office and the broader global organization, ensuring local employees are integrated into firm-wide programs while representing local employee feedback and workforce needs to corporate leadership.

Qualifications & Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.

Minimum of 5–7 years of experience in HR operations, with a strong focus on employee onboarding, benefits administration, and compliance.

In-depth knowledge of Philippine labor laws, regulations, and HR best practices.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English, with experience supporting associates in a multinational environment.

Strong problem-solving, critical thinking, sound judgment, and ethical decision-making abilities.

Detail-oriented, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple priorities simultaneously with professional maturity and a positive attitude.

Ability to interpret technical information, document findings, and communicate next steps effectively.