about the company
Our client is a global manufacturing and agriculture conglomerate with a deeply rooted history and operations spanning over 10 countries. Headquartered in Singapore and a global workforce of >20,000 employees, their portfolio spans across sustainable plantations and refineries to deep-tech R&D centers and global shipping fleets.
about the job
... The Deputy Head of Human Resources will oversee the daily HR operations across Singapore and Malaysia markets, managing a team of 9 across Singapore and Malaysia markets. This role will report directly to the Regional Head of Human Resources based in Singapore. In addition, you will be managing:
HR Operational Excellence: Oversee daily HR workflows across local business units, including end-to-end recruitment pipelines, payroll administration and team management
Total Rewards & Frameworks: Administer local compensation structures, salary grading frameworks, variable components, and annual bonus cycles
Regulatory Compliance: Act as the internal custodian for employment governance, ensuring all workflows and corporate policies strictly align with the Singapore Employment Act, CPF regulations, and Tripartite guidelines
Workforce Planning & Analytics: Monitor headcount costs, support strategic workforce planning, and track key HR metrics to facilitate data-driven decisions for business leaders
Talent & Performance Management: Manage the annual performance review cycle, implement performance management frameworks, and identify internal talent pipelines to support local succession planning
Employee Relations: Serve as a trusted advisor to promote a positive workplace culture; handle grievances, disciplinary matters and conflict resolution with high discretion and professionalism
Capability Building: Coordinate training initiatives and track local employee skills development plans to strengthen internal capabilities
skills and experience required
Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration or equivalent
Min. 12 years' experience in Human Resources years in a senior managerial or team-leading capacity; with strong knowledge on HR operations and managing core HR functions including payroll administration, HR operations, compensation and HRMS
Solid HR experience within complex supply chains, commodities, agriculture, logistics or large conglomerates is highly advantageous
Strong problem-solving capabilities with a structured, data-driven approach to tracking and interpreting HR metrics.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with a proven ability to engage, influence, and advise stakeholders across all corporate levels
- Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive corporate and employee relations matters with absolute confidentiality and professionalism.
Strong, comprehensive working knowledge of the Singapore Employment Act, Ministry of Manpower (MOM) regulations, CPF requirements and Tripartite guidelines
Demonstrated ability to manage sensitive corporate and employee relations matters with absolute confidentiality and professionalism.
To apply online please use the 'apply' function, alternatively you may contact Bernie Chng, Associate Director at Randstad Singapore. (EA: 94C3609 / R1441391)
