Associate, HR Operations Specialist (Payroll & Benefits, Asia Office)

GIC Private Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading sovereign wealth fund is looking for an Associate, HR Operations Specialist in Singapore to oversee payroll activities and manage employee benefits. The ideal candidate will have experience in payroll administration and an understanding of HR software solutions. This role emphasizes collaboration and compliance with local regulations while contributing to the team’s efficiency improvements.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of relevant experience in payroll administration and benefits management.
• Strong understanding of HR compliance and statutory requirements.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly payroll activities for Asia offices.
• Ensure compliance with local tax and labor regulations.
• Administer employee benefits programs and manage time-off systems.

Skills

Payroll administration

Benefits management

HR software solutions

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Education

Degree in any discipline

Tools

Microsoft Excel

SuccessFactors

Job description

Associate, HR Operations Specialist (Payroll & Benefits, Asia Office)

Location: Singapore, SG

Job Function: Human Resource & Organization Department

Job Type: Permanent

GIC is one of the world’s largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2,000 employees across 11 locations around the world, we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the world’s industry leaders. As a leading global long‑term investor, we work at the Point of Impact for Singapore’s financial future, and the communities we invest in worldwide.

Human Resource & Organization Department

We drive GIC’s talent strategies, and shape the organisational culture to sustain GIC’s long‑term performance.

People Operations & Advisory (POA)

You will advise and support recruitment, employee life cycle activities, mobility, payroll, and benefits related matters by designing and implementing simple, and efficient systems and processes.

What impact can you make in this role?

You will be part of a team that champions the people agenda for GIC.

We are looking for a suitable HR Operations Specialist to join the POA team as an Associate. You will be part of the team responsible for delivering HR operations in GIC.

What will you do as an Associate, HR Operations Specialist (Payroll & Benefits, Asia Office)?

• Independently manage monthly payroll activities for the Asia offices, including payroll review and coordination with vendors to ensure timely and accurate payments across markets.
• Ensure compliance with local tax, social security and labour regulations across the region.
• Oversee payroll vendors, monitor their performance, and ensure compliance with local regulatory and statutory requirements.
• Stay updated on local employment laws and manage updates to employment contracts and employee handbooks.
• Administer employee benefits programs for the Asia offices, including management of the time‑off system.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all payroll and HR operations matters, supporting both internal and external stakeholders.
• Build strong working relationships with team members and key stakeholders (e.g., Reward Policy team, HR Business Partners) to collaborate on policy implementation and operational solutions.
• Contribute to ad‑hoc HR projects and assignments as needed.
• Identify, design, and drive process improvements and automation initiatives to enhance efficiency and achieve operational excellence.

What qualifications or skills should you possess in this role?

• Degree in any discipline, with at least 3 years of relevant experience in payroll administration and benefits management.
• Good understanding of HR software solutions (such as SuccessFactors), along with familiarity with local regulations and general payroll and HR policies and processes.
• Strong expertise in payroll compliance and statutory requirements across one or more Asian markets.
• Proven experience in managing and collaborating with external payroll vendors to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Strong commitment to teamwork, excellence, and collaboration.
• Proven ability to multi‑task and meet tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.
• Demonstrated confidentiality, integrity, and professionalism in handling sensitive information.
• Possesses a customer‑focused mindset and strives to deliver high‑quality service.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively across diverse stakeholders.
• Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong sense of ownership and accountability in managing tasks and resolving issues.
• Solid analytical and problem‑solving abilities, with initiative and resourcefulness.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, and familiarity with HR systems.

Work at the Point of Impact

We need to be forward‑looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long‑term Investor. Join our ambitious, agile, and diverse teams – be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas, share your views, and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence, Respect, Integrity, Merit and Excellence, which guides us in how we make our day‑to‑day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact..

Flexibility at GIC

At GIC, our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation, professional growth, and interpersonal connection. At the same time, we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus, our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in‑person collaboration, but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.

GIC is an equal opportunity employer

As an employer, we passionately believe every individual brings with them unique diversity of thought and perspectives to meaningfully enrich perspectives of GIC teams to drive competitive performance. An inclusive environment yields exceptional contribution.

Learn More about our Human Resource & Organization Department here :

https://gic.careers/group/human-resource-organization/