Senior HR Executive

Reeracoen Singapore Pte. Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A food ingredient manufacturer in Singapore seeks a Senior HR Executive to oversee HR operations, recruitment, and payroll. Responsibilities include managing the entire recruitment process, advising on HR policies, and ensuring compliance with employment laws. The ideal candidate has at least 3 years of HR experience, proficiency in English and Mandarin, and strong payroll knowledge. Attractive benefits include a variable bonus, annual leave, and medical allowances.

Benefits

Variable Bonus

Annual Leave: 12 days (up to a maximum of 18 days)

Medical Allowance: S$1,000 per year

Medical Insurance for surgery and hospitalization

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience in HR operations.
• Minimum 3 years of payroll checking or administration experience.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage recruitment and onboarding processes.
• Provide HR advisory support on policies and employee relations.
• Plan employee engagement and training programs.
• Administer payroll and benefits accurately.
• Organize staff events and company activities.
• Prepare HR reports and assist with audits.
• Address HR inquiries from employees.
• Assist in handling disciplinary issues and grievances.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws and corporate rules.

Skills

HR operations

Payroll administration

Fluency in English

Fluency in Mandarin

Microsoft Office proficiency

Education

Diploma in HR Management, Business or related field

Tools

HRMS systems (e.g., Info-Tech)

Job description

Overview

Our client, a food ingredient manufacturer, is seeking a Senior HR Executive. This role oversees a wide range of HR responsibilities, including recruitment, employee lifecycle management, payroll verification, HR operations, and training coordination. The position also supports administrative and office management tasks. The ideal candidate is expected to demonstrate leadership capabilities and actively contribute to HR initiatives, paving the way for future advancement to Assistant Manager, HR. You will be reporting to the HR Manager/Head of HR.

Responsibilities

• Manage the entire recruitment and onboarding process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, manpower planning, creating employment contracts, and coordinating internal staff movements or transfers.
• Provide HR advising support on HR policies, performance matters, employee relations, and workplace challenges, ensuring that employees and management receive timely and expert guidance.
• Plan, coordinate, and carry out employee engagement, welfare, and development programs, including training initiatives and capability-building exercises.
• Payroll, benefits, and mandatory contributions should be administered accurately and in accordance with regulations, with timely submissions and sufficient documentation. Maintain extreme secrecy for payroll information.
• Assist in organizing and carrying out staff events, company activities, and welfare programmes to ensure a positive employee experience and involvement.
• Prepare HR and administrative reports, assist with internal and external audits, administer required government surveys, and actively participate in HR process development.
• Address day-to-day HR inquiries from employees, offering prompt assistance and maintaining positive employee relations.
• Assist the HR Manager in dealing with disciplinary issues, grievance cases, and employee relations concerns while ensuring confidentiality and impartiality.
• Ensure complete compliance with local employment laws and corporate rules. Draft, review, and update HR policies, SOPs, and procedures to ensure compliance with legal requirements and HR best practices.

Qualifications

Requirements & Preferences

• Must - Diploma in HR Management, Business or related field.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience in HR operations.
• At least 3 years of experience in payroll checking or payroll administration.
• At least 3 years of experience in performing payroll calculations.
• Able to work in Senoko area
• Fluency in English and Mandarin (speaking, listening, and writing) is essential for communication with native counterparts.
• Strong understanding of payroll processes and statutory requirements, including CPF, IRAS, SDL, and MOM compliance.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• Possess experience in HRMS systems such as Info-Tech.

• Advantageous
  • Professional HR certifications are advantageous.
  • Exposure to administrative or office management tasks is a plus.

Additional Information

What you will receive

• Variable Bonus (Based on company and individual performance)
• Annual Leave: 12 days (up to a maximum of 18 days)
• Medical Allowance: S$1,000 per year (Inclusive of Medical & Dental expenses)
• Medical Insurance: Coverage for surgery and hospitalization