Senior HR Specialist

Senior HR Specialist (6-months contract)

This role encompasses HR operations and payroll administration responsibilities, managing end-to-end employee lifecycle processes and ensuring accurate, timely payroll processing with full compliance to statutory requirements.

• Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle processes, including recruitment, onboarding, confirmation, transfers, and offboarding
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records in HR systems and personnel files
• Prepare and administer employment contracts, letters, and HR documentation
• Support implementation and upkeep of HR policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with local labor laws
• Act as a point of contact for employees on HR-related queries (e.g., leave, benefits, policies)
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders for HR operational matters
• Assist in HR reporting, audits, and data management

• Process monthly payroll accurately and on time, including salary, overtime, allowances, and deductions
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (e.g., CPF/EPF, tax, SOCSO, etc. where applicable)
• Liaise with payroll vendors and/or internal finance team to ensure data accuracy and reconciliation
• Handle payroll-related queries from employees and resolve discrepancies in a timely manner

• Administer employee benefits programs (e.g., insurance, leave, flexi-benefits where applicable)
• Ensure compliance with local employment laws and statutory requirements
• Support audits and regulatory reporting where required

• Minimum 3–5 years of relevant experience in HR operations and payroll
• Strong knowledge of local labor laws and payroll regulations
• Experience handling payroll independently (in-house or via vendor)
• Detail-oriented with a high level of accuracy and confidentiality
• Good interpersonal and communication skills
• Attention to detail and accuracy