Assistant Manager Human Resources

The Assistant Manager – Human Resources supports the execution of HR strategies and manages day-to-day HR operations to ensure efficient people processes, policy compliance, and a smooth employee lifecycle. This role focuses on operational excellence, talent acquisition support, and compensation & benefits administration.Key Responsibilities 1. HR Operations & Employee LifecycleManage end-to-end employee lifecycle processes, including onboarding, confirmation, transfer, promotion, and separation.Ensure accurate maintenance of employee records, HR databases, and documentation.Review, implement, and improve HR policies, SOPs, and procedures to support operational efficiency.Provide HR operational support and guidance to line managers on HR processes and policies.2. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition Support manpower planning and coordinate recruitment activities with hiring managers.Manage recruitment processes, including sourcing, screening, interviews, offers, and onboarding coordination.Support recruitment reporting, hiring metrics, and continuous improvement of recruitment processes.Coordinate with recruitment agencies and vendors where required.3. Compensation & Benefits Coordinate payroll processes to ensure accuracy and timely submission (including liaison with payroll vendors or internal teams).Administer employee benefits, allowances, incentives, and claims in accordance with company policies.Support salary benchmarking, annual salary review, and bonus exercises.Maintain accurate compensation and benefits records.4. Learning & Development Identify training needs in collaboration with department heads.Coordinate internal and external training programmes and manage training logistics.Maintain training records and monitor training participation.Requirements Bachelor’s Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, Psychology, or related field.Professional HR certification (e.g. SHRM, CIPD, MIHRM) is an added advantage.Minimum 5–7 years of HR experience with strong exposure to HR operations, recruitment, and compensation & benefits.Prior experience in a senior HR executive or supervisory role is preferred.Strong understanding of HR operational processes and best practices.Detail-oriented with strong organisational and coordination skills.Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines.Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.High level of integrity and confidentiality.Hands-on experience with HRIS and payroll systems is an advantage.