Human Resource Executive

HWA CHONG INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Singapore is looking for an HR Executive to manage HR functions including recruitment, compliance, and employee engagement. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of HR experience and strong knowledge of labor laws. This role ensures alignment of HR policies with business objectives while fostering a positive work environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of HR generalist experience.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end recruitment and onboarding.
• Serve as the point of contact for employee grievances.
• Process payroll and ensure compliance with labor laws.

Skills

Strong knowledge of labor laws

HRIS experience

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Education

Diploma/Degree in HR or Business Administration

Job description

The HR Executive is responsible for managing and executing various HR functions, including recruitment, employee relations, performance management, payroll, compliance, and employee engagement. This role ensures HR policies and practices align with business objectives and legal requirements while fostering a positive and productive work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end recruitment, onboarding, and offboarding processes.
• Conduct pre-employment checks, work pass applications, and ensure compliance with hiring policies.
• Organize new hire orientation and manage exit formalities, including tax clearance and benefits processing.
• Serve as the point of contact for employee concerns, grievances, and conflict resolution.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and promote open communication.
• Support the performance appraisal cycle by coordinating evaluation timelines, tracking KPIs, and assisting employees and managers with the process.
• Coordinate compliance training and monitor employee development.
• Process and register training requisitions.
• Process payroll, ensuring accuracy in salary, deductions, and statutory contributions.
• Administer leave, medical benefits, and claims.
• Ensure HR policies comply with labor laws and company guidelines.
• Maintain employee records, conduct HR audits, and submit statutory reports.
• Manage HRIS, generate HR reports
• Administer HR projects, process improvements, and budget monitoring.
• Serve as the primary liaison for staff insurance matters, coordinating with insurance brokers to address inquiries and administer insurance claims.
• Plan employee engagement activities and well-being programs.
• Liaise with the Staff Welfare Committee and coordinate HR events.
• Perform ad-hoc tasks as assigned by the HOD.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Diploma/Degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of HR generalist experience.
• Strong knowledge of labor laws, HRIS, and payroll systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to interact effectively with employees at all levels.
• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution abilities.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in managing HR data and compliance.
• Ability to handle sensitive information with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills, capable of working independently and within a team.