Senior HR & Admin Executive (Maternity Cover Contract) (Dec 26)

Cortina Watch Pte Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 45,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Cortina Watch Pte Ltd, a leading luxury watch retailer in Asia, invites applications for an HR Executive (Maternity Cover Contract) to support payroll, recruitment, HR operations, and lifecycle management. The role requires hands-on payroll experience in Singapore, knowledge of CPF/IRAS/MOM, and independence to manage confidential matters while delivering accurate HR services across the employee lifecycle.

You will collaborate with HODs, support HR projects and audits, and ensure compliance with

Qualifications

• Must have diploma or degree in HR management, business administration or related field
• Minimum 3–5 years of HR generalist experience with hands-on Singapore payroll experience
• Experience with BIPO or other HRMS/payroll systems
• Good knowledge of Singapore Employment Act, CPF, IRAS and MOM requirements

Responsibilities

• Manage full monthly payroll cycle using BIPO, ensuring accuracy and timeliness
• Handle commission and overtime processing, and reconcile payroll inputs
• Manage CPF, IRAS/AIS/IR8A and other statutory payroll requirements
• Oversee onboarding, offboarding and employee documentation
• Handle recruitment for mid-level and experienced hires
• Prepare HR letters, reports and maintain HRMS records
• Provide HR and admin support including reception coverage
• Support HR projects, policy updates, audits and process improvements

Skills

Payroll experience

Singapore payroll

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Discretion

Education

Diploma or Degree in HR/BA

Tools

BIPO/HRMS systems

Job description

Cortina Watch is a leading luxury watch retailer in Asia, known for its curated portfolio of prestigious watch brands and exceptional customer experience. With a strong regional presence and decades of heritage, the company continues to be a trusted name in luxury watch retail.

About the Role

Cortina Watch is looking for a HR Executive (Maternity Cover Contract) to support payroll, recruitment, HR operations, and employee lifecycle management.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full monthly payroll cycle using BIPO, ensuring accurate and timely payroll processing.
• Handle monthly commission and overtime processing, including verification and reconciliation of payroll inputs.
• Manage CPF, IRAS/AIS/IR8A, government claims and other statutory payroll requirements.
• Manage employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, offboarding, employee documentation and work pass matters.
• Manage recruitment for mid-level and experienced hires and support frontline recruitment activities.
• Prepare HR letters, reports and maintain accurate HRMS and employee records.
• Handle routine HR queries and support HODs on HR-related matters.
• Support HR projects, policy updates, audits, training coordination and process improvements.
• Provide general HR and administrative support, including reception coverage when required.
• Handle other ad-hoc HR and administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration or related field.

Required Skills

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant HR generalist experience with strong hands-on Singapore payroll experience.
• Experience independently managing payroll, including commission, overtime, CPF and year-end IRAS/AIS/IR8A processes.
• Experience with BIPO or other HRMS/payroll systems.
• Good knowledge of Singapore Employment Act, CPF, IRAS and MOM requirements.
• Strong organisational skills, attention to detail and ability to manage multiple deadlines.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Able to work independently and handle confidential HR and payroll matters with discretion.