Human Resource Executive

Watsons Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 36,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Watsons Singapore is seeking a proactive HR Executive to manage end-to-end recruitment and employee lifecycle for office staff, drive HR reporting and engagement initiatives, and contribute to employer branding efforts.

You will partner with department heads, maintain accurate records, handle work passes for non-Singaporean staff, support leave and performance management, and coordinate internships and onboarding experiences.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in HRM, business administration, or related field.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar capacity, including 1 year in recruitment.
• Retail industry experience is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with department heads and hiring managers to understand manpower needs and conduct end-to-end recruitment.
• Maintain and update job descriptions to reflect evolving roles and responsibilities.
• Keep accurate employee records and document lifecycle movements promptly.

Skills

Recruitment

HR reporting

Communication

MS Excel

Education

Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management/Business Administration

Tools

MS Excel

Job description

As a HR Executive, he/she will manage a wide range of human resource functions, including end-to-end recruitment and employee life cycle for office employees. He/she will also be responsible for HR reporting and employee engagement initiatives, while playing a key role in driving employer branding.

What Awaits You:

Recruitment and Manpower Management

• Collaborate closely with department heads and hiring managers to understand manpower requirements and execute end-to-end recruitment, including sourcing, screening, interviews, and onboarding
• Regularly review and update job descriptions to ensure relevance to evolving roles and responsibilities
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records, ensuring timely documentation of all employee life cycle movements
• Coordinate the renewal and cancellation of work passes for non-Singaporean employees in compliance with local regulations

HR Operations and Office Administration

• Serve as the first point of contact for HR-related matters, providing timely and accurate support in accordance with company policies
• Support leave and benefits administration, leave migration exercise, and performance management coordination
• Manage renewals related to corporate passes and external vendors
• Liaise with educational institutions to coordinate and manage the internship programme
• Maintain and improve the buddy programme to enhance onboarding experiences and support employee retention
• Undertake any other ad-hoc projects, initiatives, and events

HR Reporting and Compliance

• Ensure timely and accurate submission of HR reports, including headcount updates, organization charts, HR activity trackers, employee leave records, and birthday and confirmation-related reports
• Handle submissions for MOM-related surveys and other regulatory reporting requirements
• Maintain the Group HQ staff directory on a monthly basis
• Stay informed on HR best practices, employment laws, and regulatory requirements to ensure compliance and risk mitigation

Employee Engagement and Employer Branding

• Plan and organise employee engagement activities, festive celebrations, wellness initiatives, and other internal events to foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture
• Create and manage content for social media platform to highlight company culture and support employer branding efforts
• Contribute ideas and support initiatives aimed at strengthening team culture and the overall employee experience

We Are Excited About You If You Have:

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar capacity, of which 1 year of recruitment experience
• Prior experience in the retail industry is an advantage
• Good understanding of Singapore employment laws and fair employment practices
• Meticulous and organized, with high drive and integrity; willing to be hands-on
• Proactive, with a strong sense of urgency; able to prioritize and meet deadlines
• Works independently with minimal supervision while being a dedicated team player
• Good in numerical acumen
• Comfortable interacting with people at all levels
• Proficient in MS Office skills, especially Excel
• Excellent command of English
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Effective interviewing, coordination, and counselling & grievance handling skills
• Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment