HR People Ops, APAC

Mistral; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Relocation support

Wellness programs

Meal and transport allowances

Job summary

Mistral is seeking an experienced HR Operations Manager to scale our APAC HR infrastructure from Singapore. You will own the end-to-end employee lifecycle, payroll execution, onboarding, and cross-border compliance across multiple markets, collaborating with local and international stakeholders to keep processes smooth.

You will design efficient HR systems, optimize vendor relationships, and drive expansion into new countries while maintaining a compliant, service-oriented workplace that

Qualifications

• 8 to 15 years of HR experience, ideally in high-growth settings.
• Deep knowledge of Singapore labor law and APAC regulations.
• Experience with payroll and Employer of Record frameworks.
• Proficiency with HRIS and payroll software.
• Hands-on, builder mindset with process improvements.
• Strong communication and service-oriented problem solving.
• Singapore citizenship or PR due to visa constraints.

Responsibilities

• Manage monthly payroll for APAC employees and EoR staff across the region.
• Oversee onboarding, contracts, amendments, and HRIS records.
• Resolve day-to-day inquiries and coordinate international work visas.
• Lead HR expansion initiatives when entering new countries.
• Audit external vendors, benchmark payroll providers, and automate workflows.
• Implement procedures that mitigate risk and ensure compliance with local laws.

Skills

Payroll management

Labor law clarification

APAC HR

HRIS

Vendor management

Job description

About Mistral

Mistral provides full-stack AI solutions: from frontier models to developer tools, applications, and compute. We partner with enterprises tackling the hardest problems—across high‑stakes industries like finance, manufacturing, defense, healthcare, and the public sector—co‑creating customized AI systems that they can run on their terms.

Mistral is a dynamic, collaborative team passionate about AI and its potential to transform society. Our diverse workforce thrives in competitive environments and is committed to driving innovation. Our teams are distributed between Europe, North America, Asia and the Middle East, and we are creative, low‑ego and team‑spirited.

The Role

As an HR Operations Manager on the People team, you will establish and scale our HR infrastructure across the APAC region. This role exists to ensure our regional operations run smoothly, seamlessly blending day‑to‑day compliance, payroll execution, and expansion into new markets.

You will own the end‑to‑end employee lifecycle, working closely with local and international stakeholders. Your impact will be felt directly through the design of efficient HR systems, structured onboarding experiences, and accurate multi‑country payroll management.

You will act as a practical builder, optimizing everything from everyday employee inquiries to complex vendor management. By bridging legal compliance with a collaborative approach, you will support our regional growth while fostering a compliant and organized workplace.

What You Will Do

• Manage and execute monthly payroll for employees and Employer of Record (EoR) staff across the APAC region to guarantee timely, accurate compensation.
• Oversee the onboarding journey, ensuring all contractual elements, labor amendments, and internal HRIS records are systematically completed and updated.
• Resolve day‑to‑day employee inquiries and coordinate international work visas to support business travel and team mobility.
• Lead HR expansion initiatives when entering new countries, establishing local benefits administration and compliant operations from scratch.
• Optimize regional operations by auditing external vendors, benchmarking payroll providers, and automating manual workflows.
• Implement people‑related procedures and best practices that mitigate company risk and align with local labor regulations.

What We're Looking For

• 8 to 15 years of progressive HR experience, ideally within a high‑growth or startup environment.
• Deep expertise in Singaporean labor law and employment regulations, with additional experience navigating multiple APAC markets such as South Korea, Australia, India, or Japan.
• Solid understanding of regional payroll mechanisms, local tax laws, and handling Employer of Record (EoR) frameworks.
• Practical proficiency with modern HR technology, including HRIS and payroll management software.
• A hands‑on, builder mindset with a proven track record of turning fragmented tasks into efficient, streamlined workflows.
• Strong communication and problem‑solving skills centered on a service‑oriented approach to supporting team members.
• Singapore citizenship or Permanent Residency (PR) status, required due to visa constraints for this specific position.

What We Offer

We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance. Benefits vary by country and may include healthcare coverage, parental leave, retirement plans, relocation support, wellness programs, meal and transportation allowances, and other location‑specific perks.

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