Assistant VP, People & Culture

RecruitFirst Pte. Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 126,000 - 154,000; Full time

Job summary

RecruitFirst Pte. Ltd in Singapore invites a senior HR leader to shape our people strategy from the Tanjong Pagar office.

You will lead end-to-end talent acquisition, analytics-driven decision making, and build a high-performing team focused on business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in talent acquisition & retention, talent management & leadership development, culture & employee engagement, and HR governance & compliance.
• Demonstrated ability to lead, influence business leaders, and drive enterprise-wide change.
• Deep understanding of employment legislation, governance frameworks and HR best practices.
• Strong business and financial acumen, with experience managing budgets and resource allocation.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end talent acquisition strategy using data, analytics, and technology to attract and secure top talent.
• Develop innovative retention strategies and programs to engage and retain high performers.
• Strengthen employer brand and position the company as an employer of choice.
• Drive succession planning, leadership development, and high-potential talent programs.
• Champion internal mobility and career development initiatives.
• Lead culture, engagement, and transparent communication to foster trust and belonging.
• Establish and uphold HR governance frameworks, policies and code of conduct.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Provide strategic leadership in aligning people strategies with long-term objectives and budgeting.

Skills

Talent acquisition leadership

Workforce planning

Employee engagement

HR analytics

Governance & compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related

Business Administration

Job description

Location: Tanjong Pagar

Working Hours: Mon to Fri, Office Hours

Salary: up $13,000 basic

Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end talent acquisition strategy, leveraging data, analytics, and technology to attract and secure the right talent to drive organisational success.
• Develop innovative retention strategies and programs that engage, motivate, and retain high-performing employees.
• Strengthen the organisation's employer brand and position it as an employer of choice.

Talent Management & Leadership Development:

• Drive succession planning, leadership development, and high-potential talent programs to build a strong leadership pipeline.
• Champion internal mobility and career development initiatives that enhance organisational capability and employee growth.

Culture & Employee Engagement:

• Champion a positive, inclusive, and purpose-driven culture through employee engagement strategies and initiatives, transparent communication, and programs that foster trust, belonging, and organisational pride.
• Monitor key metrics and implement action plans to continuously enhance the employee experience.

HR Governance & Compliance:

• Establish and uphold robust HR governance frameworks, policies, and code of conduct.
• Ensure compliance with employment legislation and regulatory requirements.
• Promote ethical practices, accountability, risk management, and operational excellence across HR functions.

Strategic Leadership, Capability Development & Continuous Improvement:

• Lead and develop a high-performing team through coaching and performance management, while fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration in alignment with long-term business objectives.
• Partner with business leaders to align people strategies with long-term organisational objectives.

Financial Stewardship:

• Provide strategic leadership in managing HR budgets and resources, ensuring cost efficiency and maximising ROI in workforce initiatives while aligning with organisational priorities.

Requirements:

• Training in Human Resources, Business Administration, or equivalent.
• Proven track record in talent acquisition & retention, talent management & leadership development, culture & employee engagement, and HR governance & compliance.
• Demonstrated the ability to lead, influence business leaders, and drive enterprise-wide change.
• Deep understanding of employment legislation, governance frameworks and HR best practices.
• Strong business and financial acumen, with experience managing budgets and resource allocation.