Assistant Manager Human Resources

The Assistant Manager – Human Resources supports the execution of HR strategies and manages day-to-day HR operations to ensure efficient people processes, policy compliance, and a smooth employee lifecycle. This role focuses on operational excellence, talent acquisition support, and compensation & benefits administration.

Key Responsibilities

1. HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

• Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, confirmation, transfer, promotion, and separation.
• Ensure accurate maintenance of employee records, HR databases, and documentation.
• Review, implement, and improve HR policies, SOPs, and procedures to support operational efficiency.
• Provide HR operational support and guidance to line managers on HR processes and policies.

2. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Support manpower planning and coordinate recruitment activities with hiring managers.
• Manage recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, interviews, offers, and onboarding coordination.
• Support recruitment reporting, hiring metrics, and continuous improvement of recruitment processes.
• Coordinate with recruitment agencies and vendors where required.

3. Compensation & Benefits

• Coordinate payroll processes to ensure accuracy and timely submission (including liaison with payroll vendors or internal teams).
• Administer employee benefits, allowances, incentives, and claims in accordance with company policies.
• Support salary benchmarking, annual salary review, and bonus exercises.
• Maintain accurate compensation and benefits records.

4. Learning & Development

• Identify training needs in collaboration with department heads.
• Coordinate internal and external training programmes and manage training logistics.
• Maintain training records and monitor training participation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field.
• Professional HR certification (e.g. SHRM, CIPD, MIHRM) is an added advantage.
• Minimum 5–7 years of HR experience with strong exposure to HR operations, recruitment, and compensation & benefits.
• Prior experience in a senior HR executive or supervisory role is preferred.
• Strong understanding of HR operational processes and best practices.
• Detail-oriented with strong organisational and coordination skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• High level of integrity and confidentiality.
• Hands-on experience with HRIS and payroll systems is an advantage.