HR, Senior Associate

Private Advertiser; Taguig; Hybrid; PHP 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Job summary

We are looking for an HR Senior Associate to support the establishment and day-to-day execution of our HR operations in the Philippines. This role will work closely with the Group team to implement practical HR processes locally, while ensuring alignment with Philippine employment requirements and the Group's HR governance standards.

The ideal candidate is hands-on, organised and comfortable working in a growing environment where HR processes are still being established and improved, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, business admin, psychology or related field.
• 3–5 years of HR experience, with hands-on operations in the Philippines.
• Working knowledge of Philippine employment practices and payroll.
• Experience supporting recruitment and employee lifecycle administration.
• Strong documentation, coordination and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate with regional stakeholders.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Experience in a start-up or regional organisation is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations including onboarding, records, attendance, leave and offboarding.
• Prepare and maintain employment contracts and HR letters.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee information and records.
• Support employee inquiries and HR matters with timely follow-up.
• Coordinate monthly payroll inputs and changes with payroll providers.
• Support statutory registrations and HR administration for local requirements.
• Coordinate end-to-end recruitment, posting, sourcing, interviews and offers.
• Assist with HR compliance reviews and governance.
• Collaborate with Group on HR workflows, trackers and reports.

Skills

HR operations

Payroll administration

Recruitment

Compliance

Documentation

English communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin, Psychology

Job description

We are looking for an HR Senior Associate to support the establishment and day-to-day execution of our HR operations in the Philippines.

As part of a growing regional organisation, this role will work closely with the Group team to implement practical HR processes locally, while ensuring alignment with Philippine employment requirements and the Group's HR governance standards.

The ideal candidate is hands‑on, organised and comfortable working in a growing environment where HR processes are still being established and improved.

Key Responsibilities

HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

Manage day-to-day HR operations covering onboarding, employee records, attendance, leave, employee movements and offboarding.

Prepare and maintain employment contracts, HR letters, personnel records and other employment documentation.

Maintain accurate and confidential employee information and HR records.

Support employee enquiries and ensure HR matters are followed through in a timely manner.

Payroll & Statutory Administration

Coordinate monthly payroll inputs and ensure employee information, attendance, leave and payroll-related changes are accurately reflected.

Support statutory registrations, contributions and HR administration relating to SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG and other applicable Philippine requirements.

Coordinate with payroll providers, finance or external advisers where applicable.

Maintain appropriate payroll documentation and supporting records for review and approval.

Recruitment & Onboarding

Support end‑to‑end recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate sourcing, screening, interview coordination and offer preparation.

Liaise with recruitment agencies and other sourcing partners where required.

Coordinate pre‑employment requirements and onboarding of new employees.

Support manpower planning and recruitment tracking with management.

HR Compliance & Governance

Support implementation of HR policies, procedures and controls in accordance with Philippine employment requirements and Group standards.

Maintain required employment records and documentation.

Assist with HR compliance reviews and implementation of identified improvements.

Coordinate with external advisers or service providers on local employment and HR compliance matters where necessary.

Escalate employment or compliance matters requiring management or professional advice.

HR Process & Regional Coordination

Work with the Group team to establish and improve HR workflows, trackers, templates and internal controls for the Philippines.

Support alignment of Philippine HR practices with the broader Group HR governance framework while recognising local statutory requirements.

Prepare HR reports, headcount information and other management updates as required.

Support other HR initiatives as the Philippine operations grow.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology or a related discipline.
• Approximately 3–5 years of relevant HR experience, preferably with hands‑on exposure to HR operations in the Philippines.
• Working knowledge of Philippine employment practices, payroll administration and statutory requirements.
• Experience supporting recruitment and employee lifecycle administration.
• Good documentation, coordination and organisational skills.
• Comfortable working independently and coordinating with regional stakeholders.
• Good written and spoken English.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to handle confidential employee information appropriately.
• Experience in a start‑up, growing business or regional organisation would be an advantage.

Preferred Experience

Experience in several of the following areas would be advantageous:

• Philippine payroll and statutory administration;
• HR policy and process implementation;
• DOLE-related employment compliance;
• HRIS or payroll systems;
• Setting up or improving HR processes for a new or growing organisation;
• Working with overseas or regional management teams.