HR Specialist

AscentPro; Pasig; On-site; PHP 350,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

AscentPro in the Philippines seeks an HR Specialist to support daily HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and compliance. The ideal candidate will champion a positive workplace culture and handle confidential information with discretion.

The role covers end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, records maintenance, benefits administration, and HR reporting. Fluency in English and Tagalog is required; Mandarin is a plus. Bachelor’s in HR or related field preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as HR Specialist or similar role.
• Strong understanding of HR laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion.
• Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• A team player with a proactive and positive attitude.
• Bilingual: English and Tagalog; Mandarin is a big plus.

Responsibilities

• Recruitment and staffing: manage end-to-end recruitment process including posting, candidate screening, interviewing, and reference checks.
• Onboarding and orientation: conduct new employee orientations, maintain records and coordinate onboarding with departments.
• Employee relations: provide guidance and support, resolve conflicts, promote a positive work culture.
• HR compliance: stay up-to-date on Philippines employment laws and ensure policy compliance.
• Benefits administration: manage health insurance, retirement plans, and benefits inquiries.
• Data management: maintain HR databases and generate management reports.

Skills

Recruitment

Onboarding

Employee relations

HR compliance

Benefits admin

Data management

Communication skills

Bilingual EN/TL

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Admin

Tools

Microsoft Office

HRIS software

Job description

Job Summary: The HR Specialist will play a vital role in supporting the HR department's daily operations. This position is responsible for various HR functions, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, and HR compliance. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of HR best practices and regulations, excellent communication skills, and a passion for creating a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities:

• Recruitment and Staffing:
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including job posting, candidate screening, interviewing, and reference checks.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and create job descriptions.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience by providing timely communication and feedback.
• Onboarding and Orientation:
• Conduct new employee orientations to introduce company policies and procedures.
• Prepare and maintain employee records and documentation.
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure a smooth onboarding process.
• Employee Relations:
• Provide guidance and support to employees regarding HR-related inquiries and issues.
• Assist in resolving conflicts and promoting a positive work culture.
• Participate in employee engagement initiatives and activities.
• HR Compliance:
• Stay up-to-date on Philippines local employment laws and regulations.
• Ensure company compliance with policies and procedures.
• Assist in the development and maintenance of HR policies and employee handbooks.
• Benefits Administration:
• Administer employee benefits programs, including health insurance, retirement plans, and other perks.
• Support employees with benefit-related inquiries and enrollments.
• Data Management:
• Maintain HR databases and records, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
• Generate HR reports and analytics for management.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (HR certification is a plus).
• Proven experience as an HR Specialist or a similar role.
• Strong understanding of HR laws, regulations, and best practices.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Proficiency in HR software and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Detail-oriented with a high degree of accuracy.
• A team player with a proactive and positive attitude.
• Effectively Bilingual: English and Tagalog, Mandarin is a big plus