ASSISTANT HR MANAGER

A&W® Restaurants; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known fast-food chain in Singapore seeks an experienced HR professional to manage full-spectrum HR functions with a primary focus on recruitment. The ideal candidate will have strong HR generalist experience, expertise in Singapore's employment laws, and excellent interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include onboarding, performance appraisals, and policy formulation. Join a proactive team that values people-first initiatives.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3–5 years of HR generalist experience with operational HR exposure.
• Ability to manage employee records according to compliance guidelines.
• Strong communication skills to engage at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the full HR functions, primarily focused on recruitment.
• Manage onboarding and offboarding processes for employees.
• Handle performance appraisal processes and formulate HR policies.

Skills

HR generalist experience

Knowledge of Singapore Employment Act

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Education

Diploma/Degree in Human Resources or related discipline

Tools

HRIS systems (e.g. Easypay)

Job description

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the full spectrum of HR functions (Mainly focus in recruitment)
• Provide input on People Strategies to Leadership
• Lead/influence key partner
• Understand other non-HR functions of the business
• Train/partner with other functions on people tools/strategies and tactics
• Handling of all employee onboarding and offboarding processes
• Processing of employee insurance claims
• Staff engagement activities
• Responsible for the end-to-end recruitment process and manpower planning, such as posting of advertisements
• Shortlisting/interviewing of candidates
• Responsible for the HR & Admin workplan, budget utilization
• Manage the annual performance appraisal process
• Formulate and develop human resource plans, policies, and strategies
• Handling all work pass-related matters (e.g, applications renewal, cancellation)
• Ensure all employee records are properly maintain in accordance with company policies and compliance with MOM guidelines
• Liaise with different business units for their recruitment needs
• Any other ad-hoc duties assigned

Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related discipline.
• At least 3–5 years of HR generalist experience, with exposure to operational HR.
• Strong working knowledge of the Singapore and Malaysia Employment Act and HR best practices.
• Experience using HRIS systems (e.g. Easypay) preferred.
• High level of initiative, attention to detail, and ability to work independently.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, able to engage across all levels.
• Positive, proactive, and people-first mindset.