HR & Admin Manager (Renewable Energy)

About the role

A renewable energy company is looking for a hands-on, proactive HR & Administration professional to oversee its human resources and administrative functions in Singapore. The ideal candidate has solid experience in Singapore HR operations, recruitment, payroll coordination, employee relations and general administration. Broader Southeast Asia HR experience, especially in Malaysia recruitment and HR setup, is an advantage.

Key responsibilities

• Manage the full spectrum of HR operations, including recruitment, onboarding, employee lifecycle and offboarding, and oversee HR policies, procedures and the employee handbook for compliance with Singapore employment regulations.
• Handle leave administration, attendance, employee records, payroll processing, compensation and benefits, and employee relations, ensuring compliance with CPF and MOM requirements.
• Run end-to-end recruitment, from job posting and candidate sourcing to interviews, offer negotiation and onboarding, and build a talent pipeline while supporting workforce planning.
• Support regional recruitment and HR activities in Malaysia, including identifying local channels, helping set up the initial Malaysia team and assisting with HR policies and administrative setup for the planned Malaysia entity.
• Oversee daily office administration and facilities management, manage vendors and office supplies, and provide general administrative support to management.

Required profile

• Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or a related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant HR and administration experience.
• Strong working knowledge of Singapore employment practices and the Employment Act, CPF and MOM requirements.
• Hands-on experience in recruitment, payroll coordination, employee relations and HR operations.
• Proactive, resourceful and able to work independently, manage multiple priorities and handle confidential information professionally.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience supporting regional HR operations in Southeast Asia.
• Hands-on experience in Malaysia recruitment and HR setup for a new entity.
• Ability to coordinate with local HR consultants, recruitment agencies and external service providers in Malaysia.