HR Manager Job Scope 1. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition * Develop recruitment strategies. * Prepare and approve job descriptions. * Advertise vacancies and source candidates. * Conduct interviews and select suitable candidates. * Manage onboarding and orientation for new employees. 2. Employee Relations * Handle employee concerns, grievances, and disciplinary matters. * Advise management on HR policies and employment issues. * Promote a positive workplace culture. * Resolve workplace conflicts. 3. Performance Management * Develop and manage performance appraisal systems. * Set KPIs with department heads. * Conduct performance reviews. * Recommend promotions, transfers, or disciplinary actions. 4. Compensation & Benefits * Review salary structures and benefits. * Conduct salary benchmarking. * Manage annual salary reviews and bonuses. * Oversee payroll with the HR or Finance team. 5. Learning & Development * Identify training needs. * Plan employee training and development programmes. * Monitor staff career progression. * Support leadership development initiatives. 6. HR Policies & Compliance * Develop and update employee handbooks and HR policies. * Ensure compliance with Singapore employment laws. * Handle workplace investigations when necessary. * Maintain confidentiality of employee records. 7. Work Pass & Government Matters (Singapore) * Manage applications and renewals for Employment Pass, S Pass, and Work Permits. * Liaise with the Ministry of Manpower on employment matters. * Ensure compliance with CPF, leave, and statutory requirements. 8. Employee Engagement * Organize company events and team-building activities. * Conduct employee engagement surveys. * Improve employee satisfaction and retention. 9. HR Administration * Maintain employee records. * Manage leave, attendance, and HR systems. * Prepare HR reports and manpower statistics. * Oversee exit interviews and offboarding. 10. Strategic HR Planning * Develop manpower planning strategies. * Prepare HR budgets. * Advise management on organizational structure. * Support business growth through workforce planning. Typical HR Manager Responsibilities in Singapore * Lead the HR department. * Manage HR Executives and HR Assistants. * Advise senior management on HR matters. * Ensure compliance with the Employment Act and company policies. * Oversee recruitment, payroll, employee relations, and performance management. * Support organizational development and succession planning.