Human Resource Director

XIAOHONG PROPERTY MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

XIAOHONG PROPERTY MANAGEMENT PTE. LTD. seeks a seasoned Human Resources Director to lead the Group's HR and admin strategy across Singapore. You will build systems from the ground up, ensure compliance, and provide governance support at board level while coordinating with Greater China stakeholders.

The role requires fluent English and Mandarin, deep HR expertise, and the ability to navigate cross-border corporate practices within a fast-growing property group.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or above in HR, business, law, or related field.
• Fluent English; Mandarin Chinese fluency (spoken and written).
• Additional dialects Cantonese, Hainanese and Hakka preferred.
• Minimum 8 years HR management experience, 3+ years in a senior leadership role.
• Experience setting up HR and administrative systems from scratch and board secretariat exposure.
• Strong governance, compliance, and confidentiality practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead full-spectrum HR operations, including org design, policy development, compensation and benefits, performance management, talent acquisition, training and development, succession planning, and employee relations.
• Manage headcount planning and labor cost optimization; ensure a healthy talent structure.
• Oversee employment compliance, work pass applications, statutory filings, and labor law adherence.
• Provide board secretariat support: minutes, resolutions, governance docs.
• Coordinate with cross-border stakeholders in Greater China.

Skills

English & Mandarin proficiency

Bilingual English-Mandarin

HR leadership

Policy development

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree or above in HR, Business, Law, Secretarial Studies

Job description

Job Title: Human Resources Director

As the Group expands its retail and commercial property portfolio across Singapore-including multiple shopping malls with ongoing construction and operational ramp-up-the complexity of HR management has increased significantly. The Group requires a senior HR leader who can:

• Build and implement a full-spectrum HR and administrative system from the ground up for a fast-growing business;
• Navigate local employment regulations and statutory compliance requirements with minimal oversight;
• Provide high-level governance support through board secretariat functions, including board meeting minutes, corporate filings, and executive coordination;
• Align HR strategy with the Group's long-term business objectives in Singapore, which involves frequent coordination with cross-border stakeholders in Greater China.

Due to the Group's decision-making culture, shareholder background, and daily communication channels require a professional who is fluent in both English and Chinese (spoken and written), and who understands the business practices, communication nuances, and decision‑making protocols of Chinese enterprises operating in Singapore.

Key Responsibilities

1. Human Resources Management
   • Lead full-spectrum HR operations, including organizational design, HR policy development, compensation and benefits, performance management, talent acquisition, training and development, succession planning, and employee relations.
   • Manage headcount planning and labor cost optimization; ensure a healthy talent structure aligned with business growth.
   • Oversee employment compliance, including work pass applications, statutory filings, and labor law adherence; mitigate employment risks and maintain positive labor relations.
2. Administration & Office Operations
   • Oversee daily office administration, facilities management, fixed asset control, event coordination, and external administrative liaison.
   • Ensure smooth and efficient office operations to support business continuity.
3. Board Secretariat Functions
   • Support board‑level meetings, including agenda preparation, minute‑taking, resolution drafting, and follow‑up on action items.
   • Maintain corporate governance documentation and coordinate with senior management on board‑related matters.

Requirements

1. Education
   • Bachelor's degree or above in Human Resources, Business Administration, Law, Secretarial Studies, or a related field.
2. Language & Communication
   • Fluent in English, with demonstrated ability to conduct business communication, draft official correspondence, and participate in cross‑border meetings in English.
   • Must be fluent in Mandarin Chinese (spoken and written), as the role requires regular coordination with the Chinese‑speaking stakeholders across the region.
   • Additional dialect proficiency in Cantonese, Hainanese, and Hakka is highly preferred.
3. Experience
   • Minimum 8 years of full‑spectrum HR management experience, with at least 3 years in a senior HR leadership role within a mid‑to‑large‑sized enterprise.
   • Proven experience in setting up and implementing HR and administrative systems from scratch.
   • Prior experience in board secretariat functions, corporate governance, or executive‑level coordination is highly preferred.
4. Competencies
   • Deep expertise across all HR functions, with strong understanding of local employment laws, corporate compliance, and board governance practices.
   • Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to draft board‑level documents, reports, and official correspondence.
   • Strong coordination, risk management, and stakeholder management capabilities.
   • High level of discretion, integrity, and professionalism; able to work under pressure and handle sensitive information with confidentiality.
   • Detail‑oriented and execution‑driven, with strong business acumen and a collaborative mindset.