Assistant Manager, Human Resources

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An academic institution in Singapore is seeking a competent HR professional to support the HR Business Partner. The role involves managing HR matters, coordinating recruitment, and ensuring compliance with policies. Candidates should have a degree and at least 3 years of HR administration experience, preferably in an educational environment. Strong communication skills and attention to detail are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of experience in human resources administration.
• Prior experience in an educational/research environment is an advantage.
• Ability to multi‑task and manage deliverables under tight timelines.

Responsibilities

• Respond to employee inquiries about HR policies.
• Coordinate onboarding and offboarding processes.
• Manage contract renewals and ensure HR data accuracy.
• Support end-to-end recruitment processes.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition for timely hiring.

Skills

HR administration

Attention to detail

Verbal and written communication

Conflict resolution

Workday

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Job description

As a key member of the HR team, you will play an essential role in supporting the HR Business Partner (HRBP) by managing a range of HR matters within the designated business unit(s). The successful candidate may have a focus in supporting HR operations under either the faculty or research portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Respond to employee inquiries and provide advisory support on HR policies and procedures.
• Coordinate onboarding, offboarding, and HR administrative processes for faculty and research staff.
• Manage administrative processes for contract renewals in coordination with stakeholders.
• Ensure accuracy of HR data and support preparation of reports for decision‑making.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, labor regulations, and institutional policies.
• Support end‑to‑end recruitment processes for full‑time and contingent roles.
• Collaborate with Talent Acquisition and HR Shared Services to ensure timely hiring.
• Liaise with external recruitment agencies and manage vendor coordination.
• Assist HRBPs during performance management cycles by tracking timelines and consolidating data.
• Guide People Managers on performance tools and practices.
• Ensure smooth execution of appraisal processes across designated business unit(s).
• Collaborate with HRBPs and Centres of Excellence on HR initiatives, including policy reviews and process improvements.

Qualifications

• Degree with at least 3 years of experience in human resources administration. Prior experience in an educational/academic/research environment is an advantage.
• Highly attentive to details, with the ability to multi‑task and manage deliverables under tight timelines.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with demonstrated ability to interact effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and evolving HR needs.
• Proactive in resolving conflicts, answering queries, and addressing challenges faced by employees in a dynamic academic setting.
• Experience using Workday is an advantage.

Hiring Institution: NTU