HR Manager (Singapore) – Strategic & Hands-On

Capital C Corporation; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering fintech company in Singapore is seeking an HR Manager to oversee HR operations and drive people strategy. This role involves managing recruitment, employee engagement, performance management, and HR compliance. The ideal candidate has 6–10 years of HR generalist experience with a strong focus on recruitment in Singapore. A collaborative work environment with autonomy to implement HR best practices is offered.

Benefits

Opportunity to shape company culture

Autonomy to design HR practices

Supportive leadership team

Qualifications

• 6–10 years of HR generalist experience including strong exposure to recruitment in Singapore.
• Familiar with MOM regulations, work pass processes, and Singapore HR best practices.
• Experience in both strategic HR planning and day-to-day execution.
• Proven ability to work in a fast-paced SME / growth company environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute hiring strategies to attract top talent in Singapore’s competitive market.
• Manage full recruitment cycle: job postings, sourcing, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
• Lead employee engagement initiatives to enhance morale, retention, and productivity.
• Implement structured appraisal cycles and KPI frameworks.
• Review and benchmark salaries to stay competitive while controlling HR costs.

Skills

Recruitment expertise

Knowledge of MOM regulations

Strategic HR planning

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Reports to: CEO / COO
Manages: 1 Junior HR Admin
Location: Singapore

About Us

Capital C Corporation is a pioneering fintech company headquartered in Singapore, revolutionizing financial services across Southeast Asia. With a decade of industry experience coupled with an innovative startup mindset, we are deeply passionate about the potential in Southeast Asia to empower our users. Our technology is purposefully designed to reach and uplift underserved individuals and businesses through digitalization. We provide an array of financial solutions, encompassing consumer services, support for MSME businesses, financing for two & four-wheelers, buy now pay later options, and salary advances customized for developing countries. Our goal is to foster financial stability and empower individuals to achieve their financial goals. Be part of our journey to transform financial inclusion and enrich lives across Southeast Asia. Our mission is simple yet powerful: “Driving financial inclusion, enhancing lives.”

About the Role

We are looking for a hands‑on HR Manager to oversee our HR function in Singapore and drive our people strategy. You will manage day‑to‑day HR operations while leading initiatives in talent acquisition, employee engagement, performance management, compensation & benefits, and HR compliance. This role is ideal for someone who is equally comfortable rolling up their sleeves for execution and thinking strategically about the long‑term growth and success of our people and culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
  • Develop and execute hiring strategies to attract top talent in Singapore’s competitive market.
  • Manage full recruitment cycle: job postings, sourcing, interviewing, offer negotiation, and onboarding.
  • Build a strong employer brand to position us as a preferred workplace.
• HR Operations & Compliance
  • Oversee daily HR administration through the junior HR admin, ensuring accuracy in employee records, leave management, and payroll coordination.
  • Ensure full compliance with MOM regulations, work pass applications/renewals, and labour law requirements.
  • Maintain and improve HR policies, handbooks, and procedures.
• Employee Engagement & Culture
  • Lead employee engagement initiatives to enhance morale, retention, and productivity.
  • Organise regular check‑ins, surveys, and team activities to strengthen culture.
  • Serve as a trusted advisor for employee relations matters.
• Performance Management & Development
  • Implement structured appraisal cycles and KPI frameworks.
  • Partner with department heads to define career progression paths and development plans.
  • Identify training needs and coordinate relevant learning programs.
• Compensation, Benefits & Budgeting
  • Review and benchmark salaries to stay competitive while controlling HR costs.
  • Recommend benefits enhancements to improve retention.
  • Track and manage HR budget and headcount planning.

What We’re Looking For

• 6–10 years of HR generalist experience including strong exposure to recruitment in Singapore.
• Familiar with MOM regulations, work pass processes, and Singapore HR best practices.
• Experience in both strategic HR planning and day‑to‑day execution.
• Proven ability to work in a fast‑paced SME / growth company environment.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to make direct impact on shaping our company culture and talent base.
• Autonomy to design and implement HR best practices.
• Supportive leadership team and collaborative work environment.