Job description for Senior Manager / Manager (Talent Acquisition and Planning) at Public Service Division, Singapore Government
As a Manager/Senior Manager (Talent Acquisition and Planning), you will support talent acquisition initiatives and provide HR advisory to stakeholders across the organisation. This role involves both hands-on recruitment work and HR partnership to help build and maintain a capable workforce.
[What the role is]
You will be working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment that would require the ability to manage multiple priorities and stakeholders at the same time.
[What you will be working on]
- Manage the full recruitment lifecycle, including drafting job advertisements, coordinating interviews, and partnering with hiring managers to identify and secure suitable candidates.
- Oversee end-to-end onboarding processes for new hires, including preparation and administration of appointment documents, ensuring compliance with public service regulations and coordinating with relevant stakeholders for a smooth transition.
- Partner with divisional leadership to develop and implement effective HR policies and practices that support the division’s strategic growth.
- Co-design and implement HR strategies effectively to better attract, retain, develop, engage and motivate employees.
- Support HR Information System administration (Workday) including data management and reconciliation; user testing and change management for the Cumulus System.
- Explore and pilot new technologies and tools, and evaluate their suitability for implementation to improve HR effectiveness and efficiency.
Any other duties related to Talent Acquisition and Planning as assigned.
[What we are looking for]
- Tertiary qualifications in Human Resource or a related discipline
- At least 5 years’ relevant experience in recruitment, talent attraction, or related HR function.
- Prior HR experience in the public sector will be an advantage
- Ability to leverage technology to support HR functions and improve efficiency
Job Requirements
- Strong knowledge of HR policies, practices, and employment laws.
- Ability to develop and align overall HR strategies and initiatives across different HR functions.
- Good writing, communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and interact effectively with employees at all levels.
- Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
- Successful candidates will be offered a 2-year contract in the first instance.
