Senior Executive (Human Resource)

SINGAPORE CHINESE ORCHESTRA COMPANY LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

SINGAPORE CHINESE ORCHESTRA COMPANY LIMITED is seeking a Senior Executive (Human Resource) to provide comprehensive HR support across the employee lifecycle. The role includes recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, leave and attendance management, staff welfare, and engagement activities.

The position requires strong communication in Mandarin and English, familiarity with Singapore employment laws, and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline (Diploma with relevant experience may be considered)
• Experience in HR operations, general administration, or corporate support is an advantage
• Familiarity with Singapore employment legislation and liaising with government bodies (e.g., MOM, SNEF) is advantageous
• Proficiency in Chinese (Mandarin) and English for liaising with Mandarin-speaking stakeholders
• Good organisational and time management skills, ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Confidentiality when handling sensitive information
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
• IHRP certification (IHRP-CP or higher) would be an advantage
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills
• Able to work independently and in a team
• Appointment level commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Candidates may be considered for Assistant Manager level or higher

Responsibilities

• Provide HR operational support across the employee lifecycle including recruitment, onboarding, induction, exit management, and maintaining employee records
• Administer payroll, employee claims, insurance matters and liaise with insurers as required
• Monitor and manage leave, attendance, off-day records, and HR documentation
• Plan and coordinate staff training activities and liaise with stakeholders
• Plan and manage staff welfare and wellbeing initiatives and employee engagement activities
• Support HR committee meetings
• Liaise with MOM, SNEF, and government agencies on manpower policies and compliance
• Prepare HR data for labour statistics, surveys, audits, and regulatory submissions
• Monitor HR and manpower regulatory developments in the media
• Assist in HR budget preparation, approvals, billing, and payments
• Perform general HR administration and support duties; provide admin and secretarial support to senior management; cover Assistant Manager (Administration) duties when required

Job description

SENIOR EXECUTIVE (HUMAN RESOURCE)

Job Responsibilities

• Provide HR operational support across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, induction, exit management, and maintenance of employee records
• Administer payroll processes, employee claims, insurance matters, and liaise with insurers as required
• Monitor and manage employee leave, attendance, off-day records, and HR documentation
• Plan and coordinate staff training activities and liaise with relevant internal and external stakeholders
• Plan and manage staff welfare and mental wellbeing initiatives, employee engagement activities
• Support HR committee meetings
• Liaise with SNEF and relevant government/statutory agencies on manpower-related policies, regulations, and compliance matters
• Prepare HR-related data for labour statistics, surveys, audits, and regulatory submissions
• Monitor HR and manpower-related developments and regulatory updates in the media
• Assist in HR budget preparation, financial approvals, billing, and payment processing
• Perform general HR administration and support duties as required.
• Provide administrative and secretarial support to senior management and cover the duties of the Assistant Manager (Administration) when required.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline(Candidates with a Diploma and relevant working experience may be considered in lieu of a degree)
• Relevant experience in HR operations, general administration, or corporate support functions is an advantage
• Familiarity with Singapore employment legislation and manpower practices and/or experience liaising with government or statutory bodies (e.g. MOM, SNEF) is advantageous
• Proficient in spoken and written Chinese (Mandarin) and English, as the role requires liaising with Chinese‑speaking employees, stakeholders, and external parties
• Good organisational and time management skills, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and meet deadlines
• Meticulous, detail‑oriented, and able to maintain a high level of confidentiality when handling sensitive employee and management information
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
• IHRP certification(IHRP-CP or higher) would be an advantage
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills to liaise effectively with internal stakeholders and external parties
• Able to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment
• Appointment level will be commensurate with qualifications and relevant experience. Candidates may be considered for appointment at the Assistant Manager level or higher.