HR Assistant/Executive

Sengkang Town Council; Singapore; On-site; SGD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sengkang Town Council is seeking an HR Executive to support the full spectrum of HR functions, ensuring smooth HR operations and compliance with policies and employment regulations.

You will handle HR administration, recruitment and onboarding, payroll and benefits support, employee relations, training coordination, and assist in HR initiatives to boost workforce efficiency and engagement. The role requires good communication, organisational skills, and discretion.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in HR or related field.
• 1–3 years HR experience (hospitality/F&B preferred).
• Good knowledge of Singapore employment laws and HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Maintain employee records and HR systems updates.
• Coordinate recruitment activities and onboarding for new staff.
• Support payroll processing through attendance, leave and claims data.
• Administer benefits, leave management, and HR queries.
• Assist in employee relations and HR initiatives.
• Coordinate training and development programs.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and HR procedures.

Skills

HR knowledge

Communication

Organisation

Discretion

Education

Diploma or Degree in HR/Business Admin or related

Tools

MS Office

HR systems

Job description

Job Description

The HR Executive supports the full spectrum of Human Resources functions, ensuring smooth HR operations and compliance with company policies and employment regulations. The role involves managing HR administration, recruitment and onboarding, payroll and benefits support, employee relations, training coordination, and assisting in HR initiatives that enhance workforce efficiency and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Support HR administration including maintenance of employee records, documentation, and HR systems updates
• Assist in recruitment activities such as job posting, screening, interview coordination, and onboarding of new employees
• Support payroll preparation by ensuring accurate submission of attendance, leave, and claims data
• Administer employee benefits, leave management, and HR-related queries
• Assist in employee relations matters and ensure proper documentation and follow-up
• Coordinate training and development programmes, including scheduling and record tracking
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, company policies, and HR procedures
• Handle full HR functions including recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and employee welfare.
• Manage training and development programs.
• Support performance appraisal and HR initiatives.
• Handle employee relations and provide HR advice to management.
• Maintain and update employee records and HR reports.
• Prepare HR reports and support audits when required.
• Assist in HR projects and any other duties assigned by HR management.

Required Competencies

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field
• 1-3 years of HR experience (preferred in hospitality/F&B industry)
• Good knowledge of Singapore employment laws and HR practices
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and HR systems
• Strong organisational and administrative skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
• Detail-oriented and able to work in a fast-paced environment