HR Manager – Academic & Research Talent

Nanyang Technological University; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

National Institute of Education (NIE) in Singapore is seeking a Manager in the Human Resource Department. The role involves managing HR functions for NIE faculty and MOE education officers seconded to NIE, overseeing recruitment, contracts, promotions, compensation and benefits, and performance management.

You will also contribute to policy reviews and data-driven HR improvements. The successful candidate will bring a degree in HR management, 6–8 years of HR experience (including supervisory

Qualifications

• A University Degree, preferably with specialization in HR Management.
• 6-8 years of HR experience, including at least 2 years in a supervisory position. Experience in an Institute of Higher Learning setting is preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational and communication (written and spoken) skills.
• Meticulous, numerically strong, and comfortable working with data and reports.

Responsibilities

• Manage a spectrum of HR functions for NIE faculty and MOE education officers seconded to NIE, including recruitment, contract renewal, promotion, compensation and benefits, performance management, career development, and other service-related matters.
• Manage the MOE Singapore Teaching and Academic Research Talent (START) Scheme, including NIE Overseas Graduate Scholarships (OGS).
• Support succession planning for Academic & Research Leadership Appointments.
• Contribute to NIE and HR initiatives and projects and participate in planning and organizing HR events.
• Review HR policies, schemes and processes.
• Leverage data analytics and AI-enabled tools to enhance HR processes, improve efficiency, and support informed decision-making where applicable.

Skills

HR management

Supervisory experience

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR management

Tools

HR systems

Microsoft Office

AI-enabled applications

Job description

National Institute of Education (NIE) in Singapore is seeking a Manager in the Human Resource Department. The role involves managing HR functions for NIE faculty and MOE education officers seconded to NIE, overseeing recruitment, contracts, promotions, compensation and benefits, and performance management.

You will also contribute to policy reviews and data-driven HR improvements. The successful candidate will bring a degree in HR management, 6–8 years of HR experience (including supervisory