Assistant HR & Administrative Manager

CAPITAL DISTRIBUTORS (S) PTE LTD; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading distribution company in Singapore is looking for an Assistant HR & Administrative Manager. The role involves developing HR policies, managing employee relations, and overseeing HR operations and administration. Candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in HR, along with a Degree or Diploma in Human Resource Management or Business Administration. Excellent communication and analytical skills are essential, as well as proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite. This position offers an opportunity to contribute significantly to employee engagement and organizational culture.

Qualifications

• Preferred Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in human resource function.
• Good knowledge of local labour laws and practices.
• Independent, proactive, resourceful and a strong team player.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a hands-on service approach.
• Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategic HR policies for recruitment, retention, and employee engagement.
• Serve as first point of contact for HR matters and queries.
• Oversee HR documentation processing including contracts and exit procedures.
• Support payroll, employee benefits, and general administration.

Skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Proactivity

Education

Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management or Business Administration

Tools

HR systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Assistant HR & Administrative Manager

Job Description

1. Talent Acquisition, Retention & Engagement

• Develop and execute strategic HR policies to drive recruitment, retention, and employee engagement aligned with business goals
• Develop and implement HR policies and procedures that align with company values, Singapore labour laws, HR policies, and regulatory standards
• Monitor and analyse HR metrics and trends to provide actionable insights and recommendations for continuous improvement

2. Employee Relations & Engagement

• Serve as the first point of contact for employees in relation to HR matters and queries
• Manage employee relations, grievance handling, and disciplinary matters in a fair and compliant manner
• Organise and initiate activities to enhance morale and strengthen workplace culture and foster a high-performance work environment

3. HR Operations & Administration

• Oversee accurate and timely processing of HR documentation, including contracts, confirmation and exit procedures
• Support payroll administration, employee benefits and claims, insurance and attendance tracking
• Oversee general administration functions including office management, procurement, insurance renewals, and vendor management

4. Learning & Development

• Support training and development initiatives to identify and support the growth of potential and high-performing employees

Requirements

• Preferred Diploma/Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years’ experience in human resource function
• Good knowledge of local labour laws and practices
• Independent, proactive, resourceful and strong team player with solid analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with a hands‑on, service‑oriented approach
• Proficiency in HR systems and Microsoft Office Suite