Associate HR Director / Senior HR Manager

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic HR Professional to lead and manage the full spectrum of Human Resources functions at Hwa Chong Institution.

The Assistant HR Director / Senior HR Manager will be responsible for overseeing both day-to-day HR operations and the development and execution of strategic HR initiatives that support the school’s mission and long-term objectives. The role will work closely with senior leadership to drive effective people management practices and foster a positive and high-performing workplace culture.

• HR Strategy & Leadership
• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the school’s strategic objectives and growth plans.
• Partner with senior leadership to support organizational development, workforce planning, and succession planning.
• Provide strategic HR advisory to school leaders and department heads on people-related matters.
• Ensure HR policies and practices comply with local employment law and regulations.
• Talent Acquisition & Workforce Development
• Lead recruitment strategies to attract and retain high-quality talents across both academic and non-academic functions.
• Oversee end-to-end recruitment processes, including workforce planning and talent pipelining.
• Design and implement career development frameworks, competency models, and training initiatives.
• Oversee onboarding programmes to ensure positive employee integration and experience.
• Compensation & Benefits
• Develop and manage compensation structures, salary benchmarking, and benefits programmes to ensure competitiveness and internal equity.
• Review and recommend enhancements to employee benefits to support employee wellbeing and retention.
• Oversee payroll administration and ensure accurate and timely salary processing.
• Monitor compensation trends and provide data-driven recommendations to management.
• Develop and manage performance management frameworks aligned with organisational goals.
• Guide managers and employees on performance review processes, goal setting, and career progression.
• Support performance improvement initiatives and leadership development programmes.
• HR Operations & Systems
• Oversee HR policies, procedures, and compliance frameworks.
• Manage HR systems and digital platforms to streamline HR operations and enhance efficiency.
• Ensure proper documentation, employee record management, and HR reporting.
• Drive continuous improvement of HR processes and internal controls.
• Employee Engagement & Culture
• Develop and implement initiatives to strengthen employee engagement, wellbeing, and workplace culture.
• Organise staff engagement activities, training programmes, and team-building initiatives.
• Promote the school’s core values and cultivate a collaborative and inclusive work environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in human resource management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• At least 8–10 years of HR experience, with 3–5 years in a leadership or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of Singapore employment laws and HR best practices.
• Experience managing the full spectrum of HR functions.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in the education sector or public institutions would be an advantage.
• Experience managing a team responsible for the full spectrum of HR functions.