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 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.
• Performance 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.