Senior People & Culture Manager

Unearthed Productions Private Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic production company in Singapore is seeking a Senior People & Culture Leader to develop HR strategies and oversee workforce planning. The ideal candidate will have 8–10 years of HR experience, including expertise in compensation and benefits design, performance management, and talent development. This role requires excellent leadership and communication skills to drive organizational change and enhance employee engagement. The successful candidate will play a key part in shaping the culture and aligning HR practices with business objectives.

Qualifications

• 8–10 years of progressive HR experience including 3–5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Proven ability to drive organizational change and align HR strategy with business goals.
• Strong expertise in HR analytics and local labor law compliance.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement compensation strategies aligned with business goals.
• Lead workforce planning initiatives and drive HR transformation projects.
• Oversee the performance review process and implement strategies for employee development.

Skills

Compensation & benefits design

Performance management

Talent development

HR analytics

Stakeholder management

Tools

HRIS tools

Job description

1. Compensation & Benefits

• Develop and implement competitive compensation strategies aligned with business goals.
• Oversee salary benchmarking and market analysis to ensure equitable pay structures.
• Design and manage incentive plans, including bonuses and sales commissions, to drive performance.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws and industry standards in salary, benefits, and payroll practices.
• Optimize employee benefits programs (insurance, wellness, leave policies) to enhance employee retention.

2. HR Strategy & Workforce Planning

• Align HR strategies with overall business objectives to support growth and scalability.
• Lead workforce planning initiatives, forecasting talent needs and succession planning.
• Drive HR transformation projects, focusing on automation, digital HR solutions, and process efficiency.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance organizational culture, engagement, and employer branding.

3. Performance Management & Talent Development

• Oversee the performance review process, ensuring alignment with business and individual goals.
• Implement OKRs to measure and improve employee performance across all levels.
• Provide leadership coaching and succession planning for high‑potential employees.
• Develop strategies for performance improvement plans (PIPs) and conduct regular performance audits.

4. Learning & Development (L&D)

• Design and implement leadership development programs to build future leaders.
• Establish a continuous learning culture, including workshops, certifications, and digital learning platforms.
• Identify skills gaps and create targeted training initiatives to enhance workforce capabilities.
• Partner with external vendors and institutions to provide industry‑specific training and development opportunities.

5. HR Metrics, Compliance & Governance

• Use HR analytics to track compensation trends, turnover rates, and employee engagement scores.
• Ensure compliance with employment laws, fair pay practices, and workplace diversity.
• Conduct periodic audits to review HR policies, contracts, and compensation structures.

Requirements

• 8–10 years’ progressive HR experience, including 3–5 years in a Senior People & Culture or HR leadership role.
• Strong expertise in compensation & benefits design, performance management, and talent development.
• Proven ability to align HR strategy with business goals, drive organizational change, and lead workforce planning.
• Proficient in HR analytics, HRIS tools, and local labor law compliance; data‑driven decision‑maker.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills; values‑driven and culture‑focused.