HR Manager (Business Partner, Talent Acquisition, Research, TABP)

My client is seeking an experienced HR professional to manage the full spectrum of HR operations, including talent acquisition, employee relations, and performance management, with a specific focus on recruiting staff for their applied research initiatives.

This role involves partnering with hiring managers, providing expert HR consultation, and ensuring compliance with Singapore's employment laws, contributing to a dynamic and successful university culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee full spectrum of daily HR operations, ensuring compliance with Singapore's Employment Act and university policies.
• Manage recruitment, salary benchmarking, employee relations, performance appraisal, grievance handling, and staff engagement.
• Partner with Hiring Managers for strategic recruitment, including job posting development and budget management.
• Coach Hiring Managers on effective recruitment and performance management.
• Utilize HRIS systems to streamline recruitment and onboarding.
• Facilitate performance appraisal processes and support talent management initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross department stakeholders for claims document preparation.
• Demonstrate strong stakeholder management skills, navigating a dynamic environment.
• Participate in HR projects, including process improvement and technology adoption.
• Contribute to diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Generate recruitment metrics and activity reports for data-driven insights.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 7 years HR experience, 3 years in talent acquisition or HR business partnering.
• Experience supporting academic or research environments (advantageous).
• Experience recruiting research staff and processing grant claims.
• Understanding of basic accounting, financial reporting, and reconciliation.
• Proficiency in HRIS (e.g., SuccessFactors, Workday).
• Comprehensive knowledge of Singapore's Employment Act and labor laws.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong critical thinking and analytical skills.
• Positive attitude, proactive approach, and high integrity.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their MS Word formatted CV with the current and expected salary remunerations.