HR Manager

Location: Metro Manila, Philippines
Employment Type: Full-Time
Work Arrangement: On-site

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on HR Manager who will oversee the company's human resources operations, with strong expertise in Philippine labor laws, DOLE regulations, employee relations, and payroll administration.

The ideal candidate is not only experienced in general HR management but can confidently advise management and employees on labor-related matters, ensure compliance with statutory requirements, and oversee accurate and timely payroll processing.

Key ResponsibilitiesHR Management & Employee Relations

• Manage day-to-day HR operations and employee concerns.
• Develop and implement HR policies, procedures, and programs.
• Handle employee relations, disciplinary actions, grievances, and investigations.
• Ensure proper documentation of employee incidents and corrective actions.
• Provide guidance to management on employee-related matters.
• Manage recruitment, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding.
• Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.

Labor Law & DOLE Compliance

• Ensure compliance with the Philippine Labor Code, DOLE regulations, and applicable employment laws.
• Stay updated on changes to labor laws, regulations, and government requirements.
• Advise management on labor standards, employment contracts, disciplinary procedures, termination, and other employee matters.
• Ensure compliance with requirements involving working hours, overtime, rest days, holidays, leave benefits, 13th-month pay, and other statutory benefits.
• Assist in handling DOLE inspections, inquiries, complaints, and labor-related matters.
• Ensure HR policies and practices are compliant with current Philippine regulations.

Payroll & Compensation

• Oversee the end-to-end payroll process and ensure accurate and timely salary payments.
• Review payroll computations, deductions, overtime, allowances, absences, leaves, and other adjustments.
• Ensure accurate computation and remittance of SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and BIR obligations.
• Ensure proper computation of 13th-month pay, final pay, separation pay, and other statutory payments.
• Coordinate with Finance/Accounting regarding payroll funding and reconciliation.
• Investigate and resolve payroll discrepancies promptly.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of payroll and compensation information.

HR Administration & Reporting

• Prepare HR reports, manpower reports, payroll summaries, and management reports.
• Monitor employee attendance, leave, and timekeeping records.
• Ensure employment contracts and HR documentation are complete and compliant.
• Develop and maintain HR procedures and internal controls.
• Recommend improvements to HR processes and employee programs.
• Support management in workforce planning and organizational development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive HR experience, preferably with at least 2–3 years in an HR supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine Labor Code and DOLE regulations.
• Solid experience in end-to-end payroll processing.
• Knowledge of SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and BIR requirements.
• Strong employee relations and conflict-resolution skills.
• Experience handling disciplinary cases and labor-related concerns.
• Excellent understanding of statutory benefits and compensation practices.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Strong organizational and analytical skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office/Google Workspace and HRIS/payroll systems.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in a BPO, IT, facilities management, or other fast-paced service environment.
• Experience managing HR for 50–300+ employees.
• Experience dealing directly with DOLE or other government agencies.
• Experience with payroll and timekeeping systems.
• Familiarity with HRIS platforms and automated payroll systems.
• HR certifications or relevant professional training are an advantage.

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for someone who can own the HR function, not simply perform administrative tasks.

The successful candidate should be able to independently answer questions such as:

• Is this employment practice compliant with Philippine labor law?
• How should this employee's final pay be computed?
• What are the proper steps for disciplinary action or termination?
• Are our overtime, holiday, leave, and rest-day practices compliant?
• Are our payroll deductions and statutory contributions correct?
• What documentation is required for a labor-related incident?
• What should management do when an employee files a complaint?

You should be comfortable advising management, managing employee concerns, reviewing payroll, and ensuring the company remains compliant with Philippine employment laws.

Pay: Php55,000.00 - Php65,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Additional leave
• Company Christmas gift
• Company events
• Free parking
• Health insurance
• On-site parking
• Promotion to permanent employee

Work Location: In person