Senior Assistant Manager, HR Partnering

Nanyang Technological University Singapore; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Nanyang Technological University Singapore is looking for a highly motivated HR Business Partner to support various organizational initiatives. This role is essential in driving collaboration with business units and offering strategic HR advice across the university.

Candidates should have at least 5 years of relevant experience, a strong understanding of Employment legislation, and excellent communication skills. The position requires adaptability and a collaborative approach in a matrix environment.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant working experience in Human Resources, particularly in HR Business Partnering.
• Possess strong knowledge of Employment Act and Labour Laws.
• Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability to changing needs.

Responsibilities

• Establish partnerships with business units to enhance HR initiatives.
• Provide advice on HR policies and procedures.
• Supervise a small HR team if required.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to engage stakeholders

Flexibility and adaptability

Resourcefulness

HR Knowledge

Education

Degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Responsibilities

We are seeking a dynamic and highly motivated individual to join the VP(AI&DE) Office as a HR Business Partner. The VP(AI&DE) Office coordinates national AI programmes hosted at NTU, shapes university-wide AI policies, and represents NTU in national and international AI engagements. Working closely with the Cluster Lead, you will play a key role in offering close support to our stakeholders in the following areas:

• Establish strong partnership with the business units to drive organizational effectiveness while implementing HR programmes and initiatives
• Actively identify gaps and opportunities where people-related risks can be minimized and influence solutions/outcomes
• Provide advice on HR policies and procedures including but not limited to the following areas - employment legislation, talent management, performance management, recruitment, manpower planning, rewards strategies and employee engagement;
• Establish clear understanding of the hiring requirements of the Business Units and work closely with NTU’s Shared Services team on the hiring of talents and appointment/re-appointment of staff on a timely basis.
• Be a facilitator and HR advisor to senior leaders in managing matters pertaining to industrial relations, employee grievances, conduct and discipline.
• Provide advice to stakeholders on policy changes, collaborate with senior leaders and functional HR Centre of Excellence to drive all HR initiatives such as manpower planning and projection, budget planning, employee engagement surveys, people development programs, change management plans, performance management etc.
• Depending on the eventual deployment of units which the HR Business Partner will support, she/he may be required to supervise a small team of HR professionals.

Requirements

• Degree with at least 5 years of relevant working experience in the Human Resources function, preferably in a HR Business Partnering role.
• Good Knowledge of Employment Act and Labour Laws
• Excellent communications and interpersonal skills with strong ability to engage and influence stakeholders at various levels
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability according to changing needs and priorities
• Collaborative and is comfortable working in a matrix structure with multiple priorities
• Resourceful and possess strong initiative to drive changes
• Ability to work independently as well as be active team members within and across the HR team.

Hiring Institution: NTU