HR Senior Manager

The Philippine Daily Inquirer., Inc.; Makati; On-site; PHP 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance Bonus

Open Workspace

Retirement Plan

Professional Development

Job summary

The Philippine Daily Inquirer., Inc. is seeking a Senior HR Manager to lead and manage HR teams, focusing on strategic talent acquisition, organizational development, and employee engagement. This role requires 5-10 years of HR experience, a Bachelor's degree, and strong communication and leadership skills. The Senior HR Manager will design recruitment strategies and implement training programs to enhance organizational effectiveness. Performance bonuses and professional development opportunities are offered, along with a hybrid work environment.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in HR management.
• Strong strategic thinking abilities.
• Proven record in talent acquisition and organizational development.

Responsibilities

• Design and execute recruitment strategies for high-performing teams.
• Lead the design and delivery of training programs and organizational assessments.
• Implement data-driven engagement initiatives based on employee feedback.

Skills

Talent Acquisition

People Management

Organizational Development

Attention to Details

Talent Management

Written and Verbal Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

On-site - Makati 5-10 Yrs Exp Bachelor Full-time

Job Description

Employee Recognition and Rewards

Performance Bonus

Government Mandated Benefits

Insurance Health & Wellness

Open Workspace, Retirement Plan

Professional Development

Professional Development

Job Overview

As a Senior HR Manager, you will serve as the strategic architect of the organization’s people operations, reporting directly to the HR and Admin Director and the Chief Operating Officer. This role bridges executive leadership and departmental execution, driving excellence in talent acquisition, organizational development, and employee experience.

You will also lead and manage multiple HR teams to deliver high-impact programs and people strategies across the organization. In close coordination with all department heads, this role ensures timely talent provision and continuous workforce development.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Talent Acquisition

• Design and execute comprehensive recruitment strategies to build high-performing teams and sustainable talent pipelines
• Partner with department heads to forecast workforce needs, identify skill gaps, and define critical competencies for future hiring
• Lead the selection of recruitment tools and technology-driven processes
• Manage external recruitment partnerships and networks to expand talent sourcing reach
• Oversee employer branding initiatives to attract top‑tier candidates

Learning & Organizational Development (L&OD)

• Lead the design and delivery of training programs covering technical upskilling, editorial development, and leadership growth
• Conduct organizational assessments to align structure and culture with long‑term business goals
• Manage succession planning by identifying high‑potential employees and creating personalized career development roadmaps
• Oversee school and academic partnership programs

Employee Engagement & Culture

• Develop and implement data‑driven engagement initiatives based on employee surveys and feedback
• Act as a change agent during organizational transitions, ensuring employees are properly supported and informed
• Work closely with the Compensation & Benefits team to design reward and recognition programs that promote a high‑performance and inclusive workplace culture

• Talent Acquisition
• People Management
• Organizational Development
• Attention to Details
• Talent Management
• Written and Verbal Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills

Catherine Faye Baligod

Talent Acceleration Team The Philippine Daily Inquirer., Inc.