HR and Admin Head

TALENTVIS SINGAPORE PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A major Asian bank in Singapore is looking for an experienced HR and Admin Head. This role involves driving HR strategies, managing administrative functions, and ensuring compliance with local laws. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree and 10+ years of HR and administrative experience, ideally in the banking sector. Interested candidates can apply by sending their resume to [e-mail].

Qualifications

• 10+ years of HR Generalist and administrative experience, preferably in banking or financial services.
• Strong knowledge of local employment laws and compliance standards.
• Proven ability to lead and strategize HR policies.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with bank goals.
• Manage HR policies and ensure compliance with employment laws.
• Oversee end-to-end payroll cycle for accurate wage processing.
• Lead recruitment efforts and manage employee relations.
• Oversee branch administration including facility management.

Skills

HR strategies and initiatives

Local employment laws

Team leadership

Operational efficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

We are hiring on behalf of our client, a major Asian bank in Singapore, for the role of HR and Admin Head. This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced HR leader to play a key role in driving people strategies and overseeing branch operations within a dynamic banking environment.

As the HR and Admin Head, you will spearhead HR initiatives while ensuring the seamless execution of administrative functions. This role is critical in aligning people, processes, and policies with the bank’s business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources

• Develop and implement HR strategies and initiatives that align with the bank’s overall goals and values.
• Manage and execute HR policies, procedures, and processes while ensuring compliance with employment laws and regulations.
• Oversee the end-to-end payroll cycle to ensure accurate and timely processing of wages, bonuses, claims, and incentives.
• Manage all personnel matters, including employee welfare, leave, discipline, benefits, training, and other HR administrative functions.
• Lead recruitment efforts, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding candidates, while collaborating with recruitment agencies.
• Maintain and update HR policies, Employee Handbooks, and related documentation in accordance with legal and operational requirements.
• Manage employee relations, address concerns and grievances, and provide HR-related guidance to staff.

Administration

• Oversee branch administration affairs, including office operations, facility management, and maintenance of office equipment and fixtures.
• Manage procurement, general affairs contracts (e.g., office rental, insurance, and maintenance), and monitor administrative costs.
• Supervise office operations such as stationery orders, mail management, visitor coordination, and memo dissemination.
• Organize and coordinate Branch Management meetings and ensure timely reporting.
• Provide direct administrative support to the CEO on HR and operational matters as required.

What You Bring

• A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 10+ years of HR Generalist and administrative experience, preferably within the banking or financial services industry.
• Experience in leading a team
• Strong knowledge of local employment laws, compliance standards, and industry best practices.
• Proven ability to lead, strategize, and manage HR policies while maintaining a high level of operational efficiency.

Ready to make an impact? We’d love to hear from you! Apply today by sending your resume to [e-mail]

**We regret to inform that only shortlisted candidates would be notified

Talentvis Singapore Pte Ltd | EA License No: 04C3537
EA Personnel Name: Glenn Wong | EA Personnel No: R1106685