Senior Executive/Assistant Manager (HR Business Partner)

About the role

The Senior Executive/Assistant Manager will act as an HR Business Partner for designated departments, providing strategic HR guidance and managing end‑to‑end career management for Defence Executive Officers (DXOs). The role combines advisory, talent development, and secretariat responsibilities to support both individual career growth and organisational objectives.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as HR business partner to stakeholders in assigned department(s), delivering strategic HR advice.
• Manage comprehensive career management functions for DXOs, including planning, progression pathways, and talent development initiatives.
• Provide expert career advisory services to DXOs on professional development and advancement opportunities.
• Review, update, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures to ensure best practices and compliance.
• Implement knowledge‑management systems and processes for the branch.
• Perform secretariat duties for designated committees, including meeting coordination, documentation, and follow‑up actions.

Required profile

• Education in Human Resources or a related field.
• Prior relevant work experience in HR or a related area (applicants with no experience may apply).
• Familiarity with HR policies and processes.
• Strong problem‑solving, stakeholder‑management, communication, and analytical abilities.
• Independent, proactive, and able to multitask in a complex environment.

Required skills