Manager, Human Resources (HR Transformation) (1 Year Contract)

BOC Aviation Limited; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BOC Aviation Limited is seeking a Senior HR Transformation Lead to deliver strategic HR initiatives, including an HRMS replacement, payroll transformation and benefits-related projects.

This hands-on role covers the end-to-end implementation lifecycle from vendor evaluation and design through user acceptance testing, go-live readiness and post-implementation stabilisation, collaborating with HR, IT, vendors and other stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or equivalent.
• Minimum six years of HR experience with payroll and benefits knowledge.
• Hands-on HRMS implementation experience including testing and go-live.
• Experience collaborating with HR, IT and vendors in projects.
• Payroll operations and controls experience preferred.
• Strong analytical and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Support end-to-end delivery of HR transformation initiatives, including HRMS replacement and payroll projects.
• Evaluate vendor solutions against HR and payroll requirements and advise on selections.
• Collaborate with HR SMEs, IT teams and vendors to translate requirements into system config and processes.
• Develop UAT strategy, test scenarios, scripts and defect tracking for timely resolution.
• Define payroll controls, data validation, and validation checks; support data migrations and payroll outputs.
• Drive change management with user guides, SOPs, training materials and go-live readiness.
• Review and implement global benefits programmes and related systems for efficiency and employee experience.
• Lead stakeholder engagement, governance, documentation and approval processes for compliance.

Skills

HRIS

Payroll

Vendor Management

Change management

Project coordination

Data validation

Education

Bachelor's in HR / Business Admin

Tools

HRMS

Data migration tools

Job description

Reporting to the Chief People Officer, or designate, the successful candidate will play a key role in delivering strategic HR transformation initiatives, including the implementation of a new Human Resource Management System (HRMS), payroll transformation, and benefits-related projects.

This is a hands-on transformation role covering the end-to-end implementation lifecycle, from vendor evaluation and functional design through user acceptance testing, implementation planning, go-live readiness and post-implementation stabilisation. The successful candidate will work closely with HR subject matter experts, Information Technology teams, vendors and other stakeholders to translate business requirements into practical and sustainable solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the end-to-end delivery of key HR transformation initiatives, including HRMS replacement, payroll transformation and benefits-related projects.
• Evaluate shortlisted vendor solutions against HR and payroll business requirements, and provide functional input and recommendations to support vendor selection.
• Partner with HR subject matter experts, Information Technology teams and vendors to translate business requirements into system configuration, integration and process requirements.
• Develop user acceptance testing strategy, scenarios and scripts; coordinate testing activities; track defects; and work with stakeholders to ensure timely resolution.
• Define payroll controls, reconciliation requirements and validation checks; support payroll parallel runs; and oversee business validation of data migration and payroll outputs.
• Drive change management and go-live readiness by developing user guides, standard operating procedures and training materials, conducting training and supporting post-implementation stabilisation.
• Support the review, design and implementation of global benefits programmes and related systems, processes and vendor solutions to improve employee experience, cost-effectiveness and operational efficiency.
• Lead stakeholder engagement, project governance, documentation and approval processes, ensuring appropriate controls, compliance and audit readiness throughout the transformation.

Job Requirements:

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Finance or an equivalent discipline.
• Minimum six years of relevant HR experience, with strong knowledge of HR operations, payroll processes and benefits administration.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience in HRMS implementation, including user acceptance testing, data validation, implementation or go-live activities.
• Experience working with HR, Information Technology, vendors and other cross-functional stakeholders in a project or transformation environment.
• Experience in payroll operations and controls is strongly preferred.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify issues, assess options and drive them through to resolution.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong stakeholder management, communication and project coordination skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities and thrive in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Align with and demonstrate BOC Aviation Core Values: Integrity, Teamwork, Accountability, Agility and Ambition.