HR Generalist
Reports To: HR Director
Contract Type: 1-Year, Extendable
Company Overview
A leading global trading house with a significant presence in major financial hubs worldwide. Their business thrives in a dynamic, fast-paced environment, where their people are their greatest asset. They are committed to fostering a culture of excellence, integrity, and collaboration, and are seeking a talented HR professional to join their team and contribute to their continued success.
Position Summary
The HR Generalist will be a key member of the Human Resources team, based in the Singapore office. This role is responsible for delivering a broad range of HR operational services and support to employees across the APAC region, with a significant focus on the Australian operations. The ideal candidate will be a hands-on and detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of HR best practices and in-depth knowledge of Australian labour law. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work in a challenging and rewarding environment, contributing to the efficiency and effectiveness of our HR function.
Key Responsibilities
The HR Generalist will be responsible for the following key areas:
HR Administration and Employee Lifecycle:
- Manage all aspects of the employee lifecycle, including onboarding, contract management, and offboarding processes.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in the HRIS, and handle all HR-related administrative tasks.
Australian Labour Law Compliance:
- Serve as the subject matter expert on Australian employment legislation.
- Ensure compliance with the Fair Work Act 2009, National Employment Standards (NES), and relevant modern awards.
- Provide guidance and support to the business on all Australian industrial relations matters.
Payroll and Benefits Oversight:
- Oversee and validate payroll processing managed by an external vendor to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
- Administer employee benefits programs and respond to employee queries regarding compensation and benefits.
Policy and Process Improvement:
- Develop, implement, and maintain HR policies and procedures, ensuring they are in line with current legislation and best practices.
- Proactively identify opportunities for process improvements to enhance efficiency and the employee experience.
Employee Relations:
- Provide advice and support to managers and employees on a range of employee relations issues.
- Assist in the resolution of workplace conflicts.
- Contribute to a positive and productive work environment.
Reporting and Analytics:
- Generate regular and ad-hoc reports from the HRIS to support data-driven decision-making.
- Analyze HR metrics to identify trends and provide insights to the business.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- A minimum of 5 years of experience in an HR operations role, preferably within a fast-paced, global organization.
- Essential: Demonstrated experience and in-depth knowledge of Australian labour law, including the Fair Work Act, modern awards, and the National Employment Standards.
- Experience working in a trading house or the financial services industry is highly desirable.
- Proficiency with HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors) and other HR technologies.
Please send in your resume in WORD format to [Confidential Information]
Nicola Clarke | EA Licence no. 18S9419 | EA Personnel no. R2197703
