HR Generalist / Senior HR Generalist (One-year Contract), Singapore

We are looking for an experienced HR Generalist / Senior HR Generalist to join our APAC HR team on a 1year contract. This is a handson, operations-focused role supporting a hybrid payroll model, where some markets are processed inhouse and others through outsourced payroll vendors.
You will be responsible for endtoend payroll for selected markets, managing outsourced payroll partners, and supporting a wide range of peopleservices activities across APAC. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a lean team, has excellent attention to detail, and is comfortable working across multiple time zones.
What You'll Do
Payroll & Compliance
Perform handson, endtoend payroll processing for the assigned markets/countries. Manage vendorrun payroll operations for the assigned APAC countries, including coordinating with payroll providers and validating outputs. Review and reconcile payroll inputs/outputs to ensure accuracy and statutory compliance. Monitor regulatory updates across APAC labour markets. Conduct regular payroll checks, compliance reviews, and support audits. Support payroll cut-offs, data submissions, and timesensitive deliverables across time zones.
People Services
Manage HR lifecycle activities including onboarding, offboarding, contracts, benefits, and HRIS updates for the assigned markets. Maintain data accuracy across HR systems and support reporting and compliance needs. Respond to HR and payroll inquiries across APAC promptly and professionally. Partner closely with HR, Finance, and crossfunctional teams.
Lean Team Collaboration
Work autonomously within a lean HR team, managing multiple workstreams endtoend. Demonstrate adaptability, strong problemsolving, and resourcefulness in a fastpaced environment.
Regional HR Projects
Support or lead project initiatives such as policies review, annual review cycles, audits, process improvements, and engagement activities. Identify opportunities to simplify workflows and improve employee experience.
What We're Looking For
5–8+ years of Payroll / HR generalist or HR operations experience. Good to have: Handson experience processing Australian payroll Knowledge of Australia's Fair Work Act, NES, and Award interpretation Experience managing both inhouse and outsourced payroll models for the assigned countries within APAC. Willingness to take on selected APAC markets and adapt to local requirements. Strong numerical accuracy, analytical ability, and attention to detail. Comfortable working across multiple time zones. Proficiency with HRIS and payroll systems (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors; ADP Payline is an advantage). Strong communication skills, confidentiality, and stakeholder management.
Desired Traits
Organised, detailoriented, and reliable Proactive and solutions-focused Thrives in a dynamic, regional HR environment Strong sense of ownership and accountability
Interested
If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply now or connect with us to learn more.