HR Operations Manager

k-ID; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Singapore is seeking an HR Operations Specialist to manage day-to-day HR functions, including hiring, onboarding, and payroll. This hands-on role reports to the Chief People Officer and requires 3-5 years of HR operations experience, ideally in a startup environment. The position also offers growth into broader HR leadership. Candidates should demonstrate strong operational skills, attention to detail, and clear communication. Competitive salary and benefits are included.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Comprehensive health coverage

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience in HR operations or HR generalist roles.
• Experience in a startup or fast-growing technology company.
• Willingness to learn various HR issues across multiple jurisdictions.

Responsibilities

• Own day to day HR operations including HR systems administration.
• Run end to end employee lifecycle processes including onboarding.
• Assist with monthly payroll preparation and benefits administration.
• Coordinate recruiting operations including interview scheduling.

Skills

Strong operational execution

Attention to detail

Clear communication skills

Hands-on approach

Professionalism

Tools

HR systems like Rippling or Ashby

Job description

HR Operations Specialist (SG)

About k-ID

k-ID is a fast growing technology company building privacy first infrastructure to enable safer and more age appropriate digital experiences for kids and teens worldwide. Our platform is trusted by leading global gaming and digital platforms and backed by top tier venture capital firms. Headquartered in Singapore with a global footprint, we are entering a phase of rapid scale and are strengthening our core operational functions to support that growth.

About The Role

We are hiring an HR Operations Specialist to run the day to day people operations at k-ID. This is a hands‑on role supporting a global, distributed team across Singapore, the US, and other international markets.

You will be the only dedicated HR hire and will report directly to the Chief People Officer. This role is execution first and highly operational. You will be responsible for keeping the company running smoothly across hiring, onboarding, payroll support, performance cycles, and core HR systems.

This is a strong role for someone with three to five years of HR operations experience who wants real ownership, exposure to leadership, and a clear path to grow into a broader HR leadership role as the company scales.

Location & Language

• Location: Singapore (Hybrid)

• Languages: Proficiency in English is required

Key Responsibilities

• Own day to day HR operations including HR systems administration, employee records, access controls, and data accuracy

• Run end to end employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, offboarding, contract documentation, and coordination with IT and managers

• Support performance review cycles and manager enablement including timelines, systems setup, and follow through

• Assist with monthly payroll preparation, benefits administration, and first line support for employee HR questions

• Maintain device inventory and support device lifecycle tracking in partnership with IT and security

• Coordinate recruiting operations including interview scheduling, candidate communication, and offer process support

• Partner closely with the Chief People Officer to introduce AI native workflows, automation, and reporting across HR operations

• Ensure compliance with employment, data protection, and confidentiality requirements across multiple jurisdictions

• Build, document, and maintain scalable HR processes, reporting, and dashboards to support company growth

• Act as a culture carrier by helping maintain connection, feedback loops, and team health across a distributed workforce

Minimum Qualifications

• Three to five years of experience in HR operations, people operations, or HR generalist roles

• Experience working in a startup or fast growing technology company

• Strong operational execution with attention to detail and follow through

• Comfortable being hands on and owning work end to end without layered support

• Clear written and verbal communication skills

• High level of discretion and professionalism when handling sensitive employee matters

• Willingness to learn and support various HR issues across multiple jurisdictions

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting employees in the US and at least one other international market

• Familiarity with HR systems such as Rippling, Deel, Ashby, Greenhouse, or similar platforms

• Exposure to payroll preparation and benefits administration

• Interest in using AI and automation to improve HR workflows and efficiency

• Experience supporting performance reviews or manager enablement programs

• Warm, approachable personality who naturally acts as a connective force within a team

• Desire to grow into a broader HR leadership role over time

Benefits

Competitive Salary

• A competitive startup salary aligned with experience and market benchmarks.

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan so you participate directly in the long term upside of the company.

Health and Wellbeing

• Comprehensive family health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision benefits

• Provided Mental Health and Wellness support benefit

Professional Development

• Hands on exposure with key clients in a scaling global tech company

• Opportunities for continuous learning through real ownership rather than formal training alone.

• Direct collaboration with the Founders and the tech leadership team

Culture and Ways of Working

• A collaborative, inclusive and low politics work environment.

• Flexible, trust based working culture shaped by a US startup operating model.

• A mission driven company focused on improving online experiences for kids and teens globally.