HR Manager / Assistant HR Manager

BARN & POTTER PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail company in Singapore is seeking an HR Manager/Assistant HR Manager to oversee all HR functions including recruitment, employee engagement, and payroll. The ideal candidate is a proactive leader with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Responsibilities include managing HR initiatives, ensuring compliance with local regulations, and fostering a positive workplace culture. This role is essential for implementing effective HR policies and enhancing overall employee experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing HR functions including recruitment, employee engagement, and payroll administration.
• Ability to align HR initiatives with company objectives.
• Strong problem-solving skills to handle employee relations effectively.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the HR team and oversee full HR functions.
• Manage the full recruitment life cycle and ensure timely filling of vacancies.
• Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives.
• Review and update HR policies to ensure compliance.
• Administer payroll processes accurately and on time.
• Monitor work pass applications and compliance for employees.
• Oversee performance evaluation and communication processes.
• Maintain HR administration including charts and respond to inquiries.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Proactive leadership

Job description

Job Summary

HR Manager/ Assistant HR Manager plays a critical role in managing and overseeing all aspects of the Human Resources function at Hysses Singapore. This includes recruitment, employee engagement, payroll administration, and compliance with local employment regulations. The role requires a proactive leader who can foster a positive workplace culture, manage employee relations, and implement HR policies and initiatives that align with the company's objectives. The ideal candidate will have strong interpersonal and communication skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to handle multiple HR-related responsibilities effectively.

Responsibilities

• Oversee Full HR FunctionsLead and manage the full spectrum of human resources operations, including supervision of the HR team.
• Talent AcquisitionManage the full recruitment life cycle, including job postings, candidate sourcing, interviews, offer management, onboarding, and ensuring vacancies are filled in a timely manner.
• Employee Engagement and RelationsPlan and manage employee engagement initiatives such as team events, birthdays, and D&D activities. Oversee employee relations matters, including arrangements for gifts such as hampers or wreaths for occasions including new births, bereavement, and hospitalisation.
• HR Policy ManagementMaintain, review, and update HR policies & procedures, and the employee handbook to ensure alignment with company standards and compliance with local labour regulations.
• Compensation and BenefitsAdminister payroll processes, including attendance tracking, CPF submissions, and income tax filings, to ensure accurate and timely salary payments.
• Work Pass AdministrationManage and monitor work pass applications, renewals, cancellations, and compliance requirements for local and foreign employees.
• Performance ManagementOversee performance evaluation processes, including probation confirmations, contract renewals, and annual performance reviews.
• Employee CommunicationDraft and issue staff communications, including memos, disciplinary letters, and company-wide announcements.
• Collaboration with Learning and Development and OperationsOversee Learning and Development requirements by monitoring the L&D executive, and work closely with Operations teams to ensure effective retail manpower planning and improve employee performance through targeted training initiatives.
• HR Reporting and ComplianceEnsure timely submission of HR reports and adherence to statutory and regulatory requirements.
• HR AdministrationMaintain organisational charts, employee contact lists, and respond to employee enquiries. Handle insurance renewals including WICA and FWMI, government survey submissions, and statutory claims such as NS make-up pay and government-paid leave.
• Process ImprovementContinuously review and improve HR processes and workflows to enhance operational efficiency and employee experience.
• Other DutiesPerform any other duties as assigned by management.