Assistant HR Manager (HR Operations and Payroll)

About the Role

The Assistant HR Manager at McCann Singapore plays a pivotal role in advancing the company's objectives by overseeing essential HR operations and policies. Reporting directly to the People & Operations Director, this position leads the HR operations team to ensure comprehensive and efficient support for all agency employees.

Key Responsibilities

• Offer guidance and support regarding HR policies, systems, and procedures, aligning with industry best practices to managers and staff.
• Collaborate with the HR operations team to manage all stages of the employee lifecycle from recruitment onboarding through to exit procedures.
• Administer the monthly payroll processes by coordinating with internal teams and external vendors to guarantee accurate and timely salary disbursements.
• Oversee and manage employee benefits, leave, work permits, and staff movements, ensuring strict adherence to policies and legal regulations.
• Engage with benefits service providers concerning policy renewal, review, and implementation matters.
• Maintain accurate HR data records and assist in generating reports to support strategic decision-making.
• Support the Director during performance management cycles by monitoring schedules and consolidating relevant data.
• Lead and mentor the HR operations team to enhance capabilities and meet evolving business needs.
• Participate in identifying and addressing the training and development requirements of the agency.
• Contribute to various agency projects and initiatives to foster organizational growth.

Qualifications & Experience

• Between 5 to 8 years of experience in human resources, including a minimum of 4 years in HR operations and payroll, preferably within multinational corporations.
• Proficient with HR information systems such as Workday, SAP, or equivalent platforms.
• Up-to-date with the latest HR policies, procedures, and technological tools.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills suitable for interaction across diverse multinational teams and local agency members.

Personal Attributes

• Adaptable, quick-thinking professional comfortable thriving in a dynamic, creative workplace facing regular new challenges.
• Self-motivated individual capable of balancing urgent daily tasks with the management of long-term projects effectively.
• Possesses a strong sense of work ethics, confidentiality, and discretion.

Education

A bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management or a related field is preferred.