Human Resources Executive

NORTHLIGHT SCHOOL; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A dedicated educational institution in Singapore is seeking a proactive Human Resources Executive to manage recruitment, onboarding, payroll, and compliance. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of HR experience with a strong understanding of local regulations. Join the team to contribute meaningful HR initiatives that shape future-ready learners.

Benefits

Meaningful HR initiatives

Purpose-driven team environment

Qualifications

• At least 5 years in human resource role with experience in payroll processing and HR systems.
• Familiar with MOM regulations and HR practices.
• Detail-oriented and comfortable handling confidential information.

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for part-time and relief teachers.
• Facilitate seamless onboarding for all new employees.
• Administer employee benefits including medical and dental entitlements.
• Assist in monthly payroll processing and tax reporting.
• Ensure compliance with local labour regulations.

Skills

Payroll processing

HR compliance

Recruitment

Onboarding

Benefits administration

Education

Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management or related field

Tools

HR systems

Job description

At NorthLight School, we are committed to preparing youth for life and living—empowering every student to SHINE, regardless of their starting point. Our mission extends beyond the classroom, and it takes a dedicated team of professionals across all functions to make it possible.

We invite passionate, purpose-driven individuals to join us in supporting our students’ journeys. Your contribution plays a vital part in shaping a nurturing environment.

If you're inspired by the opportunity to transform lives through education, we welcome you to be part of the NorthLight School team.

Job Summary

We are seeking a proactive and dedicated Human Resources Executive to join our team. In this role, you will support a wide range of HR functions with a focus on recruitment, onboarding, payroll, benefits administration, and HR project and digitalisation initiatives. You will play a key role in supporting HR policies, ensuring compliance, and driving operational excellence.

About the Role:

Recruitment

• Manage end-to-end recruitment for part-time, and relief/adjunct teachers.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand recruitment needs.
• Post job advertisements, source and screen candidates, coordinate interviews, and manage offer and onboarding processes.
• Register relief teachers with MOE and maintain a pool of qualified candidates.

Onboarding & Offboarding

• Facilitate seamless onboarding for all new part-timers and relief/adjunct teachers, including documentation, system updates, and coordination with internal teams.
• Handle offboarding procedures such as final settlements, exit documentation, and clearance.

Employee Benefits

• Administer employee benefits including medical, dental and leave entitlements
• Manage claims and submissions for government-paid leave schemes and fundings.

Payroll & HR Systems

• Maintain and update employee records in HR systems.
• Assist in monthly payroll processing, CPF/MSO submissions, and year-end tax reporting (IR8A).
• Prepare payroll reports and support audits and payroll-related enquiries.

HR Record Management & Compliance

• Coordinate contract renewals, re-employment schemes, and retirement processes.
• Ensure timely and accurate documentation throughout the employee lifecycle.
• Assist in the execution of key HR exercises such as annual declarations etc.
• Ensure compliance to local labour and manpower regulations

HR Projects

• Contribute to digitalisation and system enhancements.
• Support in continuous improvement efforts and tech-driven HR solutions.
• Undertake any ad-hoc project assigned by the manager or senior leaders

HR Reporting

• Generate reports and manage HR statistics including headcount, organisation charts, and workforce data.

Personal Competencies, Experiences, and Qualifications:

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 5 years in human resource role with experience in payroll processing and HR systems
• Familiar with MOM regulations and HR practices
• Good team player with a strong sense of responsibility and self-motivated to get tasks done.
• Possess problem solving skills and strong organizational skills
• Detail-oriented and comfortable handling confidential information.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a purpose-driven team shaping future-ready learners
• Contribute to meaningful HR initiatives that support the school environment.