Human Resource Assistant Manager

The Salvation Army; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Salvation Army in Singapore is seeking an Assistant Human Resource Manager to lead day-to-day HR operations and serve as a strategic partner to managers and staff. You will oversee employee relations, recruitment, performance management, learning and development, compensation and benefits administration, policy implementation, and regulatory compliance.

You will collaborate with leadership to deliver HR initiatives, foster an inclusive, high-performing culture, and ensure processes comply

Qualifications

• Minimum 6–8 years of progressive HR Generalist experience.
• At least 3 years in a supervisory/managerial capacity.
• Experience in employee relations, compensation & benefits, and performance management.
• Experience in a social service, non-profit, healthcare, education, or related sector is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily HR operations and ensure efficient service delivery.
• Support policy development, implementation and workflow improvements.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Monitor HR metrics and prepare management reports and workforce analytics.
• Support audits and ensure HR records are compliant and up to date.
• Partner with hiring managers on manpower planning and recruitment activities.
• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding.
• Coordinate offers, contracts and onboarding programmes.
• Develop employer branding and talent attraction initiatives.
• Provide guidance on employee relations and discipline matters.
• Support performance management, goal setting and development plans.
• Coordinate learning programmes, budgets and training records.
• Assist in compensation reviews and benefits administration.

Skills

HR Operations

Talent Acquisition

Employee Relations

Performance Management

Learning & Development

Compensation & Benefits

HR Analytics

HR Systems

Education

Degree in HR / Business Administration

HR certification (IHRP-CP / SHRM-CP / CIPD) advantageous

Tools

HRIS

Payroll Systems

Job description

The Assistant Human Resource Manager supports the Head of Human Resource in the strategic and operational delivery of all HR functions. This role is responsible for managing day-to-day HR operations, employee relations, talent acquisition, performance management, learning and development, compensation and benefits administration, policy implementation, and regulatory compliance.

The incumbent serves as a trusted HR partner to managers and employees, ensuring the effective execution of HR initiatives while fostering a positive, inclusive, and high-performing workplace culture aligned with the organization's mission, values, and strategic objectives.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Operations & Administration

• Oversee daily HR operations and ensure the efficient delivery of HR services.

• Support the review, implementation, and continuous improvement of HR policies, procedures, and workflows.

• Ensure the maintenance of accurate employee records and HR documentation.

• Monitor HR metrics and prepare regular management reports and workforce analytics.

• Support internal and external audits, ensuring HR records are compliant and up to date.

2. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Partner with hiring managers to support manpower planning and recruitment activities.

• Manage end-to-end recruitment processes, including sourcing, interviewing, selection, and onboarding.

• Coordinate employment offers, contracts, and new employee orientation programmes.

• Develop and implement employer branding and talent attraction initiatives.

• Monitor recruitment effectiveness and recommend process improvements.

3. Employee Relations

• Provide guidance and advice to managers on employee relations matters.

• Manage employee grievances, disciplinary matters, investigations, and conflict resolution.

• Support performance improvement plans (PIPs), counselling sessions, and corrective action processes.

• Promote positive employee engagement and workplace culture initiatives.

• Ensure fair, consistent, and compliant HR practices across the organization.

4. Performance Management

• Support the implementation and administration of the performance management framework.

• Guide managers and employees on goal setting, performance reviews, and development plans.

• Monitor appraisal completion and ensure adherence to organizational timelines.

• Analyze performance trends and provide recommendations to management.

5. Learning & Development

• Identify organizational learning and development needs through consultation with stakeholders.

• Coordinate training programmes, workshops, leadership development initiatives, and employee development plans.

• Track training effectiveness and professional certification requirements.

• Administer learning budgets and training records.

6. Compensation & Benefits

• Support salary benchmarking exercises and compensation reviews.

• Administer employee benefits programmes, insurance matters, wellness initiatives, and leave management.

• Work closely with payroll providers and Finance to ensure accurate payroll processing.

• Assist in annual salary review, bonus exercises, and benefits administration.

7. HR Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure compliance with Singapore employment legislation and regulatory requirements.

• Monitor updates relating to MOM regulations, employment practices, and workplace policies.

• Support the preparation of reports required by statutory agencies and auditors.

• Ensure compliance with data protection and confidentiality requirements.

8. HR Projects & Transformation

• Participate in HR digitalisation and transformation initiatives.

• Lead or support HR projects related to employee engagement, organizational development, workforce planning, and process improvement.

• Contribute to change management initiatives across the organization.

• Identify opportunities to improve HR service delivery through automation and technology.

People Manager Responsibilities

• Supervise and mentor HR Executives, HR Officers, and HR Assistants where applicable.

• Support capability development within the HR team.

• Foster a collaborative, service-oriented, and high-performing team culture.

Qualifications

Education

• Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related discipline.

• Professional HR certification (IHRP-CP, SHRM-CP, CIPD or equivalent) will be an advantage.

Other Information

Experience

• Minimum 6-8 years of progressive HR Generalist experience, with at least 3 years in a supervisory/managerial capacity.

• Experience handling the full spectrum of HR functions.

• Experience in employee relations, compensation & benefits (payroll) and performance management is essential.

• Prior experience in a social service agency, non-profit, healthcare, education, or related sector would be an advantage.

Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Knowledge of Singapore Employment Act and labour regulations.

• HR operations and administration.

• Talent acquisition and onboarding.

• Employee relations and case management.

• Compensation and benefits administration.

• Performance management.

• HR analytics and reporting.

• HR systems and digital tools.

Core Competencies

• Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.

• Excellent communication and influencing abilities.

• High level of integrity, confidentiality and discretion.

• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Ability to manage sensitive and confidential matters.

• Strong planning, organizational, and project management capabilities.

• Collaborative and service-oriented mindset.

Duty Hours

The total work hours is 44 hours per week.

Under normal circumstances the hours of duty will be as follows:

8.30am to 5pm - Monday to Friday (1 hour lunch break)

It will be at the discretion of your Centre/Department in charge or his/her assigned representatives to determine whether you will be required to work any of the unutilised hours according to the operational needs of the Centre/Department and within the legitimacy of the employment laws where applicable.

Working Location

Singapore Regional Headquarters - Human Resources

20 Bishan Street 22, Singapore, 579768