(Entry) HR Executive

PERSOL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 33,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PERSOL Singapore is seeking an HR Executive (Contract) to support HR operations in a structured public-sector setting. You will manage workforce records, assist with recruitment coordination, and oversee staff deployment across the employee lifecycle.

The role requires a degree in HRM or related fields, good Excel/Office skills, and strong communication. Prior HR admin exposure and multi-priority coordination will help in a fast-paced environment during the 7-month term.

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resource Management or related discipline.
• Prior experience in HR administration is advantageous.
• Public sector or structured environment experience is a plus.
• Proficient with MS Office: Excel, Word, PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Meticulous, organized with good attention to detail.
• Able to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced setting.

Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate HR records, databases and personnel information.
• Review and update manpower, deployment history and postings.
• Support end-to-end recruitment activities and candidate coordination.
• Coordinate staff posting cycles and administrative correspondence.
• Assist with internal job postings and staff deployment tasks.
• Support onboarding, induction, and exit processes.
• Handle HR admin matters like re-employment, resignations and leave.
• Coordinate internship and attachment applications with institutions.
• Monitor HR projects and track timelines.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Team coordination

Stakeholder management

Education

Degree in HRM / BA

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

PowerPoint

Job description

Location: Outram MRT
Working Hours: Monday to Friday, 8.30am – 6.00pm
Contract Period: 7 month contract, November 2026 – 31 May 2027

About the Opportunity

We are representing our client, a well-established organisation within the public sector, in seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented HR Executive (Contract) to join their Human Resources team.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for individuals looking to gain or further develop their HR experience in a structured and dynamic working environment. You will play an important role in supporting various HR operations, including workforce administration, recruitment coordination, employee records management, staff deployment and employee lifecycle matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate, complete and up-to-date HR records, databases and personnel information.
• Review, verify and update manpower and employee records, including deployment history, promotions, secondary appointments and other personnel-related information.
• Support end-to-end recruitment activities, including job postings, candidate coordination, interview scheduling, assessment administration and selection processes.
• Manage administrative correspondence and coordination matters relating to staff posting cycles.
• Assist in the administration of internal job posting portals and staff deployment activities.
• Support employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, induction, exit clearance and offboarding.
• Process various HR administrative matters, such as re-employment, retirement, resignation, no-pay leave, sponsorship applications and medical administration.
• Coordinate internship and attachment applications, including liaising with educational institutions and relevant stakeholders.
• Monitor HR projects, track timelines and follow up on outstanding deliverables.
• Provide general HR administrative support and undertake other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Social Sciences or a related discipline.
• Prior experience in HR administration or human resource operations will be advantageous.
• Exposure to public sector or similar structured organisational environments will be an added advantage.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Meticulous, organised and possesses good attention to detail.
• Good coordination, documentation and stakeholder management skills.
• Able to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Positive attitude, self-motivated and willing to learn.

We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

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