HR Manager

PENTAS VISION PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PENTAS VISION PTE. LTD. is seeking an experienced HR and Administration leader in Singapore to drive HR strategy, governance and compliance.

The role covers talent acquisition, lifecycle management, payroll coordination and compensation planning, along with HR systems and learning initiatives. You will also oversee office administration, facilities, travel, procurement and stakeholder partnerships, ensuring operational excellence and cost control.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years progressive HR and office administration experience with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of the Singapore Employment Act and local employment regulations.
• Experience across recruitment, payroll coordination, and compensation is desirable.

Responsibilities

• HR strategy, governance and compliance aligned with business objectives.
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment and selection, onboarding and lifecycle management.
• Administer compensation and benefits programs and oversee payroll coordination.
• Manage performance, learning and organization development initiatives.
• Foster employee relations, culture and effective stakeholder partnerships.
• Oversee HR systems, reporting and process improvements across HR and admin.
• Direct office administration, facilities, travel and procurement, with cost control.
• Provide leadership to HR and administration teams and drive delivery standards.

Skills

HR leadership

Compliance & governance

People management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources / Business Administration

Job description

Key Responsibilities

1. 
   HR Strategy, Governance and Compliance
   

   Partner with company leadership to develop and execute HR strategies and workforce initiatives aligned with business objectives.

   
   

   Develop, implement and regularly review HR policies, guidelines, procedures and controls to ensure clarity, consistency and operational effectiveness.

   
   

   Monitor compliance with Singapore employment legislation, regulatory requirements and company policies, and coordinate timely corrective action where required.

   
   

   Maintain appropriate governance over employee records, confidential information and HR documentation, including access, retention and accuracy controls.

   
   


2. 
   Talent Acquisition and Employee Lifecycle
   

   Lead workforce planning, recruitment and selection activities, from manpower requisition and sourcing through offer management and hiring.

   
   

   Oversee the complete employee lifecycle, including onboarding, probation, working arrangements, leave administration, employee movements and offboarding.

   
   

   Ensure employee data and HR transactions are accurate, complete and processed in a timely manner.

   
   


3. 
   Compensation, Benefits, Payroll and HR Planning
   

   Administer compensation and benefits programs in a fair, consistent and market-aware manner, in line with approved policies and budgets.

   
   

   Oversee monthly payroll inputs, checks and coordination to support accurate and timely payroll processing.

   
   

   Prepare the annual personnel budget and rolling forecasts, including headcount, payroll and related employee costs; monitor actuals and explain material variances.

   
   

   Support salary reviews, promotions and other compensation changes through structured analysis, internal equity checks and proper approvals.

   
   


4. 
   Performance, Learning and Organization Development
   

   Manage the performance management cycle, including goal setting, review timelines, moderation support, documentation and follow-up actions.

   
   

   Assess capability needs and develop practical learning and development plans aligned with business priorities and employee growth.

   
   

   Support organization and talent reviews to improve role clarity, capability coverage, succession readiness and workforce structure.

   
   


5. 
   Employee Relations and Culture
   

   Act as a trusted point of contact for employee relations matters, handling concerns, grievances, complaints and workplace disputes promptly, fairly and confidentially.

   
   

   Bridge management and employees by facilitating clear communication, addressing legitimate concerns and recommending balanced, policy-consistent solutions.

   
   

   Promote a respectful, inclusive, collaborative and accountable workplace culture that encourages engagement, creativity and continuous improvement.

   
   


6. 
   HR Systems and Operational Excellence
   

   Ensure HR systems and workflows operate reliably; identify opportunities to improve functionality, data quality, controls and user experience.

   
   

   Establish relevant HR and administration metrics, prepare management reports and use data to identify issues, trends and improvement priorities.

   
   

   Lead process improvement and change initiatives across HR and administration, coordinating stakeholders and ensuring effective implementation.

   
   


7. 
   Office Administration and Corporate Services
   

   Lead the full spectrum of office administration and supervise internal or external service providers, as applicable.

   
   

   Manage office facilities, workplace security, supplies, utilities, maintenance and related services in accordance with legal, safety and company requirements.

   
   

   Coordinate corporate travel, communication services, company events and employee activities with appropriate controls and service standards.

   
   

   Manage office and miscellaneous procurement, including vendor coordination, quotation or approval requirements, purchasing documentation and service delivery.

   
   

   Prepare the annual administration budget, monitor and control office expenses, and recommend cost-effective solutions without compromising operational needs.

   
   

   Ensure administrative operations comply with internal policies, delegated authorities, contractual obligations and applicable regulations.

   
   


8. 
   People Management and Stakeholder Partnership
   

   Provide clear direction, coaching and performance feedback to the HR and administration team, where applicable.

   
   

   Build effective working relationships with leadership, employees, regional or group functions, vendors and relevant external parties.

   
   

   Prioritize competing demands, manage sensitive matters with sound judgement, and maintain delivery standards in a changing environment.

   
   

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline.


• Minimum 8 years of progressive experience across HR and office administration, including at least 3 years in a managerial or team-lead capacity.


• Strong practical knowledge of the Singapore Employment Act and other relevant local employment regulations.


• Demonstrated experience in several of the following areas: recruitment, payroll coordination, compensation