Principal Manager, HR

Public Service Division; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A governmental agency in Singapore is seeking a strategic HR Business Partner to join their newly established professional group. This role involves delivering comprehensive HR services, managing recruitment processes, and ensuring effective employee relations. The ideal candidate will have 5 to 9 years of HR experience, excellent interpersonal skills, and strong business acumen. This position emphasizes operational excellence within HR functions and supports the agency's objectives through strategic partnership with leadership.

Qualifications

• 5 to 9 years’ experience in HR business partnering and recruitment.
• Strong business acumen to support diverse functions.
• Proficiency in employment legislation and best HR practices.

Responsibilities

• Partner with leadership to align HR strategies with business needs.
• Manage recruitment processes and strategies.
• Conduct onboarding and support new hires.
• Serve as the main contact for staff HR queries.
• Handle exit management processes and conduct interviews.
• Ensure operational excellence in HR service delivery.

Skills

HR business partnering

Recruitment

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Attention to detail

Customer service orientation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Workday

Job description

What the role is

We are seeking a HR Business Partner to support a newly established professional group. This role will serve as a strategic HR partner responsible for delivering comprehensive human resource services across key functional areas including recruitment, manpower planning, staff relations, exit management, and operational resource management. This role requires close collaboration with senior leadership to understand business needs and deliver tailored HR solutions that drive operational excellence.

What you will be working on

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Partnership & Business Alignment
  • Partner with the Group Director, Division Directors, and Directors to understand business requirements and translate them into effective human resource strategies
  • Provide strategic HR guidance and solutions that support the achievement of business objectives
  • Collaborate closely with stakeholders on manpower planning and resourcing matters to ensure optimal workforce deployment
• Talent Acquisition & Recruitment
  • Manage end-to-end recruitment processes for all personnel types within the professional group, ensuring the selection and appointment of suitable candidates within required timeframes
  • Develop and implement recruitment strategies that attract high-quality talent to meet current and future business needs
  • Respond promptly to public enquiries regarding vacancies and recruitment-related matters, maintaining a positive external image
• Employee Onboarding & Integration
  • Conduct comprehensive first-day induction for new appointees, ensuring they receive essential information and resources to begin their careers successfully
  • Facilitate the settling-in process for newcomers, providing ongoing support during their initial period of employment
  • Ensure new employees understand organisational culture, policies, and procedures
• Employee Relations & Support
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for staff queries and concerns, providing timely and accurate responses
  • Manage staff relations matters, fostering positive working relationships and addressing workplace issues as they arise
  • Support internal customers across the professional group with HR-related matters
• Exit Management
  • Process resignations and departures in accordance with established procedures and timelines
  • Ensure completion of all exit management requirements, including the timely processing of final benefits and entitlements
  • Conduct exit interviews and gather feedback to inform retention strategies
• Operational Excellence
  • Manage operational aspects of human resource functions to ensure efficient service delivery
  • Maintain accurate records and documentation in compliance with organisational policies and regulatory requirements
  • Support various HR initiatives and projects as required
  • Undertake additional duties and ad-hoc tasks as assigned by management

What we are looking for

• 5 to 9 years’ work experience in HR business partnering and recruitment role
• Strong business acumen with the ability to understand and support diverse professional functions
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for effective stakeholder management
• Problem-solving capabilities with a customer-service orientation
• Attention to detail and able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment
• Ability to manage ambiguity and change
• Knowledge of employment legislation and HR best practices
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Workday system