Human Resource Business Partner

Vivant; Compostela; Hybrid; PHP 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

13th Month Pay

SIL 15 days

HMO coverage

Fixed weekends off

Performance bonuses

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Vivant in Cebu City, Philippines, is seeking an experienced Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) to build and strengthen our people operations for a growing U.S.-based company.

In this hybrid role, you will lead day-to-day HR operations, develop and refine HR processes, ensure compliance with Philippine labor laws and BIR regulations, and coordinate payroll and employee records. You will collaborate with leadership to drive employee engagement and a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience with strong exposure to HR Operations and Employee Relations.
• Experience handling payroll coordination, labor compliance, employee documentation, and HR administration.
• Working knowledge of Philippine Labor Code, BIR processes, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and DOLE compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day HR operations across the organization.
• Develop, document, and continuously improve HR processes, SOPs, and knowledge base materials.
• Ensure compliance with Philippine labor laws, the Civil Code, BIR regulations, and company policies.
• Manage employee records, HR documentation, contracts, and government compliance requirements.
• Coordinate timekeeping, payroll processing, attendance monitoring, and leave administration.
• Oversee the entire employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employee development, performance management, and offboarding.
• Support performance reviews, coaching initiatives, and Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs).
• Plan and execute employee engagement and culture-building initiatives.
• Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employee concerns and HR-related inquiries.
• Coordinate HR matters involving independent contractors and external BPO partners.
• Partner with local and global leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives.
• Handle BIR registrations, tax-related documentation, and other government compliance processes.

Skills

HR Operations

Employee Relations

Payroll coordination

Labor compliance

HR administration

SOP creation

Job description

Human Resource Business Partner

Company: Vivant
Job Type: Full Time
Location: Cebu City, Philippines

Job Description - Human Resource Business Partner

Build the People Function Behind a Growing U.S. Company

Vivant is growing rapidly, and we're looking for an experienced Human Resource Business Partner (HRBP) to help build and strengthen our people operations.

At Vivant, HR is more than administration. It is a strategic function that drives employee experience, operational excellence, compliance, and organizational growth. If you enjoy building processes, improving systems, and partnering with leadership to create a high-performing workplace, we'd love to hear from you.

Please note: This is not a Talent Acquisition or Recruitment role. This position focuses exclusively on post-hire HR operations, including employee relations, compliance, payroll coordination, labor law, BIR processing, and employee engagement.

Work Setup

• Employment Type: Full-time
• Work Arrangement: Hybrid
• Office Locations:
• Cebu IT Park
• Clark Freeport Zone, Pampanga
• Schedule: U.S. Central Time (Evening Shift, Philippine Time)
• Relocation Assistance: Available for qualified candidates

Compensation & Benefits

• Negotiable during the final interview
• 13th Month Pay
• 15 Days Service Incentive Leave (SIL) after six months
• Government-mandated benefits and company allowances
• HMO coverage (Maxicare) after six months
• Fixed weekends off
• Performance-based bonuses
• Career growth opportunities within a fast-growing U.S.-based organization
• Collaborative, supportive, and high-performance work environment
• Clear pathway to leadership opportunities

Key Responsibilities

As the Human Resource Business Partner, you will:

• Lead day-to-day HR operations across the organization
• Develop, document, and continuously improve HR processes, SOPs, and knowledge base materials
• Ensure compliance with Philippine labor laws, the Civil Code, BIR regulations, and company policies
• Manage employee records, HR documentation, contracts, and government compliance requirements
• Coordinate timekeeping, payroll processing, attendance monitoring, and leave administration
• Oversee the entire employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employee development, performance management, and offboarding
• Support performance reviews, coaching initiatives, and Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs)
• Plan and execute employee engagement and culture-building initiatives
• Serve as the primary HR point of contact for employee concerns and HR-related inquiries
• Coordinate HR matters involving independent contractors and external BPO partners
• Partner with local and global leadership to align HR strategies with business objectives
• Handle BIR registrations, tax-related documentation, and other government compliance processes
• Perform other HR and administrative duties assigned by management

Requirements

• At least 5 years of progressive Human Resources experience, with strong exposure to HR Operations and Employee Relations
• Experience handling payroll coordination, labor compliance, employee documentation, and HR administration
• Working knowledge of Philippine Labor Code, BIR processes, SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and DOLE compliance
• Experience creating SOPs, improving workflows, and implementing HR processes
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage confidential information with professionalism and integrity
• Experience supporting U.S. or international companies is an advantage
• Willingness to work a U.S. Central Time schedule

If you're looking for an opportunity where you can influence culture, improve processes, and help scale a growing organization, we'd love to meet you.