Human Resource Manager

We are hiring an HR Manager to support a newly established technology company focused on software research and development. Our client plans to grow its Singapore team from ground up to a team of 30 developers, with scope for further expansion.

This is a hands-on role for an HR professional who can establish HR practices, manage Singapore employment matters and partner closely with business stakeholders based in China.

Key Responsibilities:
Partner with business leaders on workforce planning, recruitment, organization development and people matters.

Lead end-to-end recruitment and onboarding as the Singapore team grows.

Manage day-to-day HR operations in compliance with Singapore employment legislation and MOM requirements, including attendance, overtime, leave, statutory contributions, employment contracts, the employee handbook and payroll-related policies.

Proactively manage employee relations matters and help prevent and resolve employment disputes.

Design and manage compensation structures, benefits, annual salary reviews and incentive or bonus schemes.

Drive the performance management cycle, including goal setting, evaluations, feedback and improvement plans.

Coach line managers on people management and support the development of the HR team as the business grows.

Independently develop HR policies, processes and documentation, and lead initiatives that strengthen company culture and employee engagement.

Support HR planning for future overseas expansion.

Requirements:
Requirements:
Broad, hands-on HR experience covering HR business partnering, HR operations and employee relations in Singapore.

Bachelor degree or equivalent, with min 7 years of HRM experience

Experience in start-up from ground up is highly regarded

Strong working knowledge of Singapore employment legislation, statutory requirements and MOM processes.

Experience in compensation and benefits, performance management and developing HR policies.

Ability to work independently and build practical HR processes in a growing business.

Strong recruitment capability; experience hiring for technology or software roles is an advantage.

Ability to speak, read and write in both English and Chinese to communicate with stakeholders based in China and handle related documents and discussions.

Sound judgement, discretion and strong stakeholder management skills.

Regional HR exposure is an advantage.

Global Workforce Advisory Pte Ltd is a premier recruitment firm established in 2025, dedicated to transforming how companies discover and acquire talent. Born from a vision to create meaningful connections between exceptional professionals and innovative organizations, we have quickly established ourselves as a trusted partner in the competitive world of technology recruitment.

Our team brings together seasoned recruitment professionals who understand the nuances of both Asian and Western business cultures. This unique perspective enables us to facilitate cross-border placements with remarkable success rates. We believe that the right talent can transform organizations, and we're committed to making those transformative matches happen.

With headquarters in Singapore—Asia's premier business hub—and operations in Shenzhen, China's technology capital, we're strategically positioned to serve the dynamic needs of the Asia-Pacific technology ecosystem. Our consultants work across time zones, speak multiple languages, and maintain deep networks in their respective markets.