Human Resource Manager

About the role

We are looking for an experienced HR Manager to serve as the dedicated HR leader for the Philippines site of a global organization. This role will serve as a key HR partner to site leadership, bridging regional HR strategy with day-to-day HR execution in the Philippines. The HR Manager will take ownership of complex employee relations matters, HR compliance, workforce planning, performance management, and other high-impact people initiatives. The role is designed for an experienced HR professional who can independently handle sensitive and high-stakes HR matters, provide sound judgment and guidance to business leaders, and ensure consistent HR practices across multiple business units.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the primary HR partner to Philippines site leadership and translate regional HR strategy into effective day-to-day site execution
• Lead workforce planning and support organizational growth initiatives for the Philippines site
• Coach and develop HRBPs and other HR team members on complex people matters
• Own the investigation and resolution of complex or high-risk employee relations cases
• Act as the escalation point for ER matters requiring higher-level judgment and decision-making
• Oversee site-level HR compliance and identify potential employment-related risks
• Ensure HR practices are aligned with Philippine labor laws and regulatory requirements
• Provide oversight and support for senior and critical hires and review and approve offers that require higher-level HR involvement
• Lead or facilitate cross-business-unit calibration during performance review cycles
• Provide direction, coaching, and mentorship to the Philippines HR team

About you

• At least 7 years of progressive HR experience, with significant experience independently handling complex employee relations matters
• Strong knowledge of Philippine labor laws and HR compliance requirements
• Experience working within a multi-business-unit, matrix, or complex organizational structure
• Proven experience partnering with and advising senior business leaders
• Experience coaching and developing HRBPs or other HR professionals
• Strong decision-making skills and the ability to confidently handle sensitive and high-stakes HR matters
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work onsite in Mandaluyong