HR Business Partner

X STAR TECHNOLOGY PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Automotive Fintech company in Singapore is seeking an experienced HR Business Partner to support regional expansion. The ideal candidate will enhance performance and employee engagement, oversee payroll operations, and ensure HR practices align with employment laws. This role requires strong analytical skills, effective communication in English and Mandarin, and a Bachelor's degree in HR or a related field.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience as an HR Business Partner.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore employment laws.
• Professional HR certifications (CIPD, IHRP, SHRM) are advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Identify and attract regional top talents.
• Oversee payroll operations and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Conduct performance reviews and design improvement plans.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Effective communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field

Tools

HR Information Systems (HRIS)

Job description

Company Overview:

X Star is a leading Automotive Fintech company that transforms the automotive industry with AI-powered solutions for vehicle valuation, financing, and cross-border transactions. We are committed to enable a smarter, safer, and more efficient global automotive financing ecosystem.

Headquartered in Singapore, X Star operates across key markets, including Japan and Mexico, with a strategic focus on the RCEP (Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership) region. Our Singapore business alone has facilitated over SGD 100 million in cumulative loans, demonstrating strong market traction and scalability.

As the continuous growth of business, we are looking for an experienced HRBP to support regional business expansion.

Job Responsibilities:

As a key member of our regional HR team based in Singapore, you will partner with business leaders to enhance performance, employee engagement, and talent development. Your role will include:

• Proactively identify and attract regional top talents to support the organization’s growth, ensuring seamless onboarding for new hires and managing offboarding processes.
• Oversee payroll operations with precision, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Address employee inquiries, resolve grievances, and manage disciplinary actions while fostering a positive workplace culture through engagement initiatives.
• Conduct performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and design improvement plans to drive employee growth.
• Assess training needs, design development programs, and support continuous learning initiatives.
• Ensure all HR practices align with employment laws and industry standards.
• Manage employee benefits programs, including health insurance and wellness plans.
• Maintain HR databases, generate insightful reports, and leverage HRIS tools to streamline processes.
• Participate in regional HR projects such as mergers & acquisitions (M&A), workforce mobility, and digital transformation.
• Assist with additional HR tasks as assigned by management.

Job Requirements:

The ideal candidates we are looking for should be seasoned HR Professionals with:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, Business Administration, or a related field. Professional HR certifications (e.g., CIPD, IHRP, SHRM) are advantageous.
• At least 3 years of experience as an HR Business Partner (HRBP), with expertise in payroll and recruitment. Regional payroll and recruitment experience is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore employment laws and industry best practices.
• Analytical and data-driven, with hands-on experience in HR Information Systems (HRIS).
• Problem-solving mindset with excellent conflict-resolution skills.
• Effective communication and interpersonal abilities in both English and Mandarin to engage with mandarin speaking stakeholders across all levels.