Senior Manager/Manager (HR - Performance Management), HR

A*STAR RESEARCH ENTITIES; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in Singapore is looking for a Performance and Rewards team member. The role involves advising on performance management policies, enhancing the performance appraisal system, and managing awards. Candidates should have at least 2 years of relevant experience, strong analytical skills, and excellent communication abilities. This position offers the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to the organization and its mission.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in performance management.
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills and conceptual abilities.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a policy advisor on performance management issues.
• Formulate and provide continuous improvement of performance management policies.
• Develop toolkits and manuals to support HR partners.
• Assist in the annual performance appraisal exercise planning.
• Provide analysis and insights on performance outcomes and risks.

Skills

Written communication skills

Oral communication skills

Planning and organization skills

Analytical skills

Teamwork

Job description

A*STAR Human Resource (HR) Division's vision is to develop all staff to their fullest potential and to help them make meaningful contributions to their department, to the organisation and to Singapore. A*STAR HR aspires to provide valued HR services to attract, develop, motivate and retain the best talent to help A*STAR achieve its mission.

The HR Division comprises the Recruitment, HR Planning and Policy, Talent Management, HR Analytics, HR Operations, HR Partners and People Development & Planning Office departments.

As a key member in the Performance and Rewards team, you will provide advisory support to HR Partners to operationalize and implement the annual performance appraisal exercise. You will also assist in formulating any key projects related to the enhancement of the performance appraisal system and rewards projects in A*STAR.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a policy advisor to A*STAR stakeholders and HR Partners on performance management issues.
• Formulate and provide continuous improvement of performance management policies, procedures and guidelines. This includes the promotion and progression framework.
• Develop toolkits, policy manuals and communication materials to support HR Partners in policy application.
• Establish mechanisms to monitor compliance, ensure consistency and address escalations or exceptions.
• Assist in the planning and conducting of the annual performance appraisal exercise including being the secretariat at the performance appraisal sessions and liaison with various parties involved in the performance appraisal exercise.
• Provide analysis and insights to the Board and Management on performance outcomes, risks, and recommendations.
• Assist with the audits related to performance management
• Manage the implementation of Awards such as National Day Awards, Dedicated Service Award, and other relevant awards.
• Liaise with relevant government agencies and internal stakeholders to ensure timely submission and compliance with award requirements.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of relevant experience in performance management
• Possess excellent written and oral communication skills, and good planning and organization skills.
• Strong analytical skills and conceptual abilities
• Ability to work in a team is a crucial quality for success