HR Manager (Talent Acquisition and C&B)

GTS Consulting; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

GTS Consulting is seeking an hands-on HR Manager to lead talent acquisition and drive compensation and benefits across multiple entities. This role includes grants management, employee relations, and overseeing HR compliance in Singapore.

The ideal candidate will have 4+ years in HR, with strong experience in recruitment and C&B, and at least 2 years in a team leadership role. A fast-paced, ownership-oriented environment awaits.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in HRM or Business Management required.
• Minimum 4 years of HR experience with talent acquisition and compensation & benefits.
• Minimum 2 years of experience leading and managing a team.
• Strong knowledge of compensation and benefits practices in Singapore.
• Familiar with the Singapore Employment Act and labour legislation.
• Experience with work pass administration and employment regulations.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Nice to have experience in a group or multi-entity environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end recruitment, including manpower planning, postings, sourcing, interviewing, selection, onboarding and offboarding coordination.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and provide recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines through job portals, career fairs, educational institutions and professional networks.
• Manage and strengthen employer branding initiatives to enhance attraction and market presence.
• Monitor recruitment metrics and continuously improve hiring efficiency, quality and processes.
• Oversee internship programmes, including coordination with educational institutions and programme tracking.
• Manage and administer government-related grants and funding schemes relevant to recruitment and workforce development.
• Oversee work pass applications, renewals, cancellations and compliance with regulations.
• Support HR employee engagement initiatives, recognition programmes and talent retention efforts.
• Lead and mentor HR team members and ensure proper documentation and adherence to HR processes.

Skills

Talent acquisition

Compensation & benefits

Employee relations

Employer branding

Performance management

Grants administration

Work pass administration

Employee engagement

Team leadership

HR policy

Education

Bachelor's degree in Human Resources Management or Business Management

Job description

We are seeking an hands-on HR Manager to lead talent acquisition and and drive compensation and benefits, grants and employee relations across multiple business entities. This is a hands-on, high-impact role for an HR professional who enjoys variety and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end recruitment, including manpower planning, job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and onboarding and offboarding coordination.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and provide recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives.
• Develop and maintain talent pipelines through job portals, career fairs, educational institutions and professional networks.
• Manage and strengthen employer branding initiatives to enhance the Company’s talent attraction and market presence.
• Monitor recruitment metrics and continuously improve hiring efficiency, quality and
• Oversee internship programmes, including coordination with educational institutions, internship recruitment, onboarding, and programme tracking.

Compensation & Benefits

• Conduct salary benchmarking and maintain salary structures and grading frameworks to ensure competitive and equitable pay.
• Support the annual salary review, bonus and promotion exercises, including data preparation, budgeting and analysis.
• Manage employee benefits, including medical, insurance, leave and allowances, and liaise with insurers and vendors.
• Advise on employment offers and remuneration packages, ensuring internal equity and compliance with the Employment Act.
• Prepare compensation and headcount reports for management, and provide accurate inputs to Finance or the payroll provider.

Performance Management

• Coordinate the performance cycle, including goal setting, mid-year reviews and annual appraisals.
• Advise managers on evaluation standards and documentation.
• Track performance outcomes and support development plans and performance improvement plans (PIPs).

Grants Administration

• Manage and administer government-related grants and funding schemes relevant to recruitment, internship, training and workforce development.
• Ensure compliance with grant requirements, proper documentation, timely submissions and audit readiness.
• Liaise with relevant government agencies and internal stakeholders to maximise funding opportunities.
• Track grant utilisation and prepare reports for management review.

Work Pass Administration

• Oversee and manage work pass applications, renewals, cancellations and compliance in accordance with relevant employment regulations.
• Ensure proper documentation, timely submissions and adherence to statutory requirements.

Employee Engagement & Relations

• Support and implement employee engagement initiatives, including employee programmes, recognition initiatives and talent retention efforts.
• Administer employee bursary programmes, including eligibility assessment, documentation and coordination.
• Manage and oversee employee grievance handling, ensuring concerns are addressed promptly, fairly and confidentially.
• Assist in drafting, reviewing, updating and implementing HR policies, procedures and guidelines to ensure compliance with employment laws and organisational requirements.

Team Leadership & Capability Development

• Lead and mentor HR team members in recruitment processes and HR administration.
• Ensure accurate record-keeping, proper documentation and adherence to HR processes and timelines.
• Other ad-hoc duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

• Degree in Human Resources Management, Business Management or a related discipline.
• Minimum 4 years of relevant HR experience, with strong exposure to talent acquisition and C&B
• Minimum 2 years of experience leading and managing a team.
• Strong knowledge of compensation and benefits practices in Singapore
• Well versed in the Singapore Employment Act and labour legislation.
• Familiar with work pass administration and employment regulations.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment, under pressure and to deadlines.
• Good to have: experience in a group or multi-entity environment.