Senior Human Resources Specialist (Contract)

Position

Senior Human Resources Specialist (Contract)

Reporting directly to the Senior Human Resources Manager, the Senior Human Resources Specialist will join our team on a contract basis for maternity cover from June to December 2026.

In this role, you will be responsible for leading payroll, compensation & benefits, HR operations, and administrative functions across Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand. This role requires a hands-on, detail-oriented HR professional with strong regional payroll experience and the ability to manage compliance and operational excellence independently.

Job responsibilities

Payroll & Incentives Management

• Lead end-to-end payroll processing for Singapore, Malaysia, and Thailand, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Review and consolidate commissions and incentive payouts.
• Partner with external payroll vendors to ensure compliance with local labor regulations and internal policies.
• Ensure accurate statutory submissions, tax filings, and payroll reporting.

Compensation & Benefits

• Conduct salary surveys and market analysis to ensure competitive positioning.
• Administer employee benefits programs including medical, insurance, and wellness initiatives.
• Ensure benefits compliance with local regulations and company policies.

HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

• Oversee onboarding and offboarding processes across the region.
• Responsible for end-to-end HR administration and operations and advisory support to employees.
• Maintain accurate HRIS records and employee files with strict confidentiality.

HR Reporting & Compliance

• Prepare accurate and timely monthly and annual HR reports.
• Support internal and external audits and ensure statutory compliance across all three countries.

Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum 5–8 years of relevant HR experience, with strong regional payroll exposure (ideally for Singapore, Malaysia and Thailand), preferably with experience in luxury retail or FMCG.
• Hands-on experience managing payroll processes and statutory compliance.
• Solid knowledge of local labor laws and employment regulations.
• Experience in compensation and benefits administration.
• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in HRIS and Excel (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, reporting).
• High level of accuracy, integrity, and ability to handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, regional environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.