People & Culture Associate

H3Zoom; Singapore; Hybrid; SGD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic startup in Singapore is seeking a People & Culture Associate to enhance HR operations and employee experience. This role requires 1-3 years of experience in HR, focusing on recruitment, payroll, and day-to-day HR activities. Ideal candidates are detail-oriented, tech-savvy, and thrive in flexible environments. Join a company offering an unlimited leave policy and a hybrid work arrangement, fostering collaboration and accountability.

Benefits

Unlimited leave policy

Hybrid work arrangement

Health and dental coverage

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in an HR Generalist, HR Executive, or HR Associate role.
• Tech‑savvy with digital tools and HR systems.
• Strong attention to detail with an organized working style.

Responsibilities

• Support end‑to‑end recruitment activities including job postings.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Prepare and validate payroll inputs and coordinate with vendors.

Skills

Attention to detail

Clear communication skills

Tech-savvy

Collaboration

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Tools

Google Workspace

HR systems

Spreadsheets

Job description

Role Overview

The People & Culture Associate plays a hands-on role in supporting day‑to‑day HR operations while contributing to a positive and collaborative employee experience. This role is suited for someone early in their HR career who is execution‑focused, detail‑oriented, and tech‑savvy, and who thrives in a startup environment where ownership, adaptability, and teamwork are valued.

The role focuses on operational excellence and consistency, ensuring core people operations are delivered accurately and on time.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Onboarding

• Support end‑to‑end recruitment activities including job postings, resume screening, interview coordination, and offer documentation

• Coordinate onboarding activities such as contracts, system access, documentation, and induction logistics

• Maintain recruitment trackers and hiring data using digital tools and spreadsheets

• Ensure timely and professional communication with candidates and internal stakeholders

2. HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

• Maintain accurate employee records, contracts, and HR documentation in HR systems and shared drives

• Support employee lifecycle processes including confirmations, role changes, and offboarding

• Act as the first point of contact for routine HR queries from employees

• Ensure HR policies, SOPs, and templates are kept up to date and consistently applied

3. Payroll, Benefits & Compensation Support

• Prepare and validate payroll inputs (attendance, leave, salary changes) and coordinate with payroll vendors or finance

• Administer employee benefits including health insurance, dental coverage, leave, and claims

• Maintain structured records related to compensation, benefits, and statutory contributions

4. Leave, Attendance & HR Data Management

• Administer leave and attendance processes, including the company’s unlimited leave policy, ensuring alignment with business continuity and policy guidelines

• Track leave usage, attendance records, and generate basic HR reports

• Ensure data accuracy across HR systems, spreadsheets, and shared tools

5. Office Administration & Culture Support

• Support office administration including vendor coordination, supplies, and basic facilities matters

• Assist with employee engagement activities, internal communications, and team events

• Support initiatives that foster a highly collaborative, respectful, and inclusive culture

Requirements & Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field

• 1–3 years of experience in an HR Generalist, HR Executive, or HR Associate role

• Tech‑savvy and comfortable using digital tools, including:
  -Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Slides, Drive, Calendar)
  -HR systems, ATS, and payroll tools
  -Spreadsheets for tracking, reporting, and data management

• Strong attention to detail with a structured and organised working style

• Clear written and verbal communication skills
  Professional, discreet, and service‑oriented

Key Competencies

• Strong execution and follow‑through

• Comfortable working in a fast‑paced startup environment

• Collaborative, approachable, and solutions‑focused

• Able to manage multiple priorities with guidance

• Willingness to learn and continuously improve

Why Join Us

• Unlimited leave policy, based on trust and accountability

• Hybrid work arrangement, balancing flexibility and collaboration

• Health and dental coverage for employees

• Opportunity to work in a startup environment with a highly collaborative and open culture

• Hands‑on exposure across recruitment, HR operations, payroll, and people initiatives