HR Manager - Singapore

About the role

An established organisation in Singapore is looking for a hands-on HR Manager to lead its local HR function. The role covers full-spectrum HR operations for a diverse frontline workforce across several locations, partnering with senior management. It suits a resourceful HR generalist who can balance day-to-day operations with HR leadership.

Key responsibilities

• Manage HR operations across all staff categories: recruitment, onboarding, payroll administration, employee relations, performance management and HR administration.
• Handle HR matters for full-time, part-time, casual and other employees across multiple operating locations.
• Supervise payroll processing, attendance tracking, roster management and statutory compliance, working with external service providers as needed.
• Drive recruitment and manpower planning, focusing on frontline and operational hiring.
• Partner with business leaders on employee engagement, retention and performance improvement.
• Advise senior management and report on HR matters.
• Lead a lean HR team while staying involved in day-to-day execution.
• Review HR policies and processes, support new initiatives for an inclusive culture and wellbeing, and ensure compliance with Singapore employment legislation.

Required profile

• Proven experience as an HR Manager and as an HR generalist with hands-on experience in Singapore-based HR operations.
• Track record supporting large workforces in complex, multi-site environments such as retail, F&B, hospitality or similar manpower-intensive sectors.
• Comfortable handling attendance systems, shift-based rosters and payroll issues.
• Ability to manage broad HR portfolios in limited-resource settings.
• Strong stakeholder management and problem-solving skills, and experience leading small teams.