HR Manager

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and strategic HR Manager to lead the full spectrum of Human Resources, administration, and facilities management functions.

The successful candidate will partner with senior management to develop and implement people strategies that support business objectives, workforce needs, regulatory compliance, and organisational growth. The role will also oversee HR operations, compensation and benefits, payroll, talent management, employee development, office administration, and facilities-related activities.

Key Responsibilities

Human Resources Strategy and Operations

• Lead and manage the full spectrum of Human Resources functions in alignment with business objectives and organisational growth.
• Lead employee relations matters, including disciplinary cases, performance management, grievance handling, investigations, and dispute resolution while ensuring compliance with employment legislation and company policies.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives across HR processes, systems, and workflows, leveraging technology to improve efficiency, data accuracy, and employee experience.
• Develop, review, and implement HR strategies, policies, processes, and programmes to support business needs and regulatory compliance.
• Drive workforce planning initiatives to optimise manpower utilisation and support the achievement of budget targets.
• Oversee day-to-day HR operations, including payroll, employee benefits, leave administration, HR administration, and expatriate matters.
• Analyse HR data and metrics and prepare management reports to support strategic planning and decision-making.

Compensation, Benefits and Performance Management

• Design and administer competitive compensation and benefits programmes to attract, engage, and retain employees.
• Monitor market trends and recommend appropriate salary structures, employee benefits, and reward strategies.
• Oversee the performance management cycle, including goal setting, performance appraisals, salary reviews, bonuses, and promotions.
• Manage the departmental budget and support overall manpower budgeting and cost-control initiatives.

Talent Acquisition and Development

• Lead recruitment, selection, and onboarding activities to support the organisation’s manpower requirements and provide a positive candidate and employee experience.
• Drive succession planning, talent development, employee engagement, and retention initiatives.
• Identify organisational training and development needs and implement appropriate learning programmes.
• Monitor employee competency development and the effectiveness of training initiatives.
• Support managers in developing team capabilities and addressing workforce requirements.
• Develop talent acquisition strategies, employer branding initiatives, and workforce planning programmes to attract and retain high-quality talent.

Administration and Facilities Management

• Oversee workplace administration and facilities management, including office operations, vendor management, workplace safety, and related improvement projects.
• Plan and manage company-wide administrative and facilities-related activities.
• Liaise with landlords, service providers, contractors, and vendors on office facilities, workplace services, and safety matters.
• Review administrative processes and identify opportunities to improve operational efficiency and service quality.

Leadership and Business Partnership

• Lead and manage a team across HR, administration, and facilities functions.
• Partner with senior management to provide strategic HR advice and business support.
• Establish departmental objectives, manage budgets, and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external service providers.
• Exercise sound judgement in managing HR matters and balancing employee and business needs.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, or a related discipline.
• At least 10 years of Human Resources experience, with full-spectrum HR exposure and leadership responsibilities.
• Strong experience in compensation and benefits, payroll, performance management, budgeting, expatriate management, and HR administration.
• Demonstrated experience in leading and developing an HR or HR and Administration team.
• Strong strategic planning, decision-making, stakeholder-management, and problem-solving capabilities.
• Able to work effectively with senior management, managers, employees, and external stakeholders.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organisational, and analytical skills.
• Professional HR qualifications or certifications, such as IHRP, SHRM, CIPD, or HRCI, would be an advantage.

What We Are Looking For

We are seeking a business-minded HR leader who can balance strategic thinking with operational excellence.  The ideal candidate is a trusted business partner, capable of driving people initiatives, organisational effectiveness, and employee engagement while ensuring strong governance and operational efficiency. The successful candidate will be comfortable managing both strategic and hands-on responsibilities across HR, administration, and facilities management.

Application

Interested candidates are invited to apply with a detailed resume stating their expected salary and availability to commence work.

We thank all applicants for their interest. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.