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Singapore

Kairos HR Solutionist is a team of professional and certified HR consultants in Singapore that can help you find the right candidates, streamline your HR operations, and achieve your business objectives.• Strategic HR Planning: Developed and implemented tailored HR strategies aligned with client objectives, facilitating sustainable growth and competitive advantage. Advised C-suite executives on workforce planning, succession planning, and talent management to ensure alignment with business goals. • Talent Management & Acquisition: Spearheaded innovative talent acquisition and retention programs, improving client talent pools and reducing turnover rates. Implemented competency-based HR processes that identify talents and support businesses in managing them.• Performance Management Systems: Designed and deployed effective performance management systems, incorporating KPIs and balanced scorecards to measure, evaluate, and enhance employee performance, driving productivity and operational excellence.• Training & Development: Initiated comprehensive training and development programs that addressed skill gaps, promoted a learning culture, and supported career progression.• HR Policy & Compliance: Revised and updated HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal requirements and best practices, mitigating risks and fostering a positive, inclusive work environment.

Singapore

• Strategic HR Planning: Developed and implemented tailored HR strategies aligned with client objectives, facilitating sustainable growth and competitive advantage. Advised C-suite executives on workforce planning, succession planning, and talent management to ensure alignment with business goals. • Talent Management & Acquisition: Spearheaded innovative talent acquisition and retention programs, improving client talent pools and reducing turnover rates. Implemented competency-based HR processes that identify talents and support businesses in managing them.• Performance Management Systems: Designed and deployed effective performance management systems, incorporating KPIs and balanced scorecards to measure, evaluate, and enhance employee performance, driving productivity and operational excellence.• Training & Development: Initiated comprehensive training and development programs that addressed skill gaps, promoted a learning culture, and supported career progression.• HR Policy & Compliance: Revised and updated HR policies and procedures to ensure compliance with legal requirements and best practices, mitigating risks and fostering a positive, inclusive work environment.

Singapore

• Talent Acquisition Leadership: Spearheaded the comprehensive recruitment process for all positions, ranging from Managerial to Assistant Director levels, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and strategic objectives.• Candidate Shortlisting: Efficiently shortlisted candidates by meticulously analyzing job descriptions and requirements, ensuring only the most suitable applicants were forwarded for further evaluation.• Collaborative Interview Process: Played a pivotal role in the interview and assessment of candidates, working closely with interview panels to evaluate applicants' competencies and fit for the organization.• End-to-End Recruitment Management: Orchestrated the entire recruitment lifecycle, from initial shortlisting and interviewing to offer management and onboarding, ensuring a seamless and efficient hiring process.• Job Description Development and Posting: Crafted precise and attractive job descriptions, strategically posted openings across various platforms, conducted initial phone screenings, and coordinated interviews, upholding the highest standards of recruitment practices.• Relationship Building: Established and nurtured robust relationships with internal business units, fostering a collaborative environment and ensuring recruitment strategies are closely aligned with departmental needs.• Recruitment Analytics: Maintained a comprehensive database and meticulously tracked recruiting metrics for reporting purposes, enabling data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement of the recruitment process.

Singapore

• Comprehensive HR Operations Management: Entrusted with the complete spectrum of HR functions, ensuring the seamless execution of all HR-related activities and fostering organizational excellence.• Strategic Talent Acquisition: Orchestrated the collaboration with headhunters and recruitment agencies to meticulously shortlist candidates, aligning talent sourcing with strategic business objectives.• Learning and Development Leadership: Pioneered the identification of learning and development needs, devising and recommending targeted interventions to enhance workforce capabilities and support organizational growth.• Policy Review and Benchmarking: Conducted thorough reviews and benchmarks of the internal and external environment to guarantee that the organization's policies and procedures remain competitive, relevant, and up-to-date.• Compliance with Regulations: Vigilantly ensured that all HR policies and procedures complied with local Singaporean regulations and corporate guidelines, safeguarding the organization against legal risks.• Relationship Management: Cultivated and sustained robust professional relationships with the leadership team, management, and key stakeholders, promoting a culture of collaboration and mutual respect.• Staff Survey Implementation and Analysis: Facilitated the implementation of staff surveys and conducted detailed data analysis, deriving actionable insights to address areas of concern and enhance employee satisfaction.• Continuous Improvement Initiatives: Proactively identified operational gaps, proposing and executing strategic changes to mitigate risks and enhance HR practices, contributing to the organization's continuous improvement and success.

Singapore

• Expatriate Onboarding Specialist: Spearheaded the comprehensive onboarding process for expatriates, including teachers and the leadership team, ensuring a smooth transition and integration into the organization.• Training Needs Analysis and Development: Collaborated closely with Heads of Departments to conduct Training Needs Analyses, aligning individual and team development plans with organizational goals.• Training Grants and Course Management: Identified and sourced relevant courses from esteemed Training Providers, efficiently managed training grants, and facilitated the enrollment process to enhance workforce skills and knowledge.• Annual Performance Management Coordinator: Served as the primary point of contact for Performance Management processes, ensuring systematic and effective evaluation of employee performance annually.• Appraisal System Enhancement: Worked in tandem with Senior Management to innovate and implement an improved appraisal system, enhancing the effectiveness of performance reviews and feedback mechanisms.• Talent Acquisition Liaison: Acted as the crucial link between Hiring Managers and the talent acquisition process, identifying and shortlisting candidates that meet specific departmental needs with precision.• Recruitment Agency Management: Managed relationships with headhunters and recruitment agencies to ensure a high calibre of candidates were consistently shortlisted for open positions.• Interview Coordination: Orchestrated the scheduling of interviews, ensuring seamless communication for both candidates and interviewers.• HRIS Implementation Leader: Led a project team to identify, source, and implement an appropriate Human Resource Information System (HRIS) that streamlined HR operations and data management.• HR Policy Development: Reviewed and updated HR policies to reflect business needs and ensure compliance with Singapore's regulatory requirements, maintaining the organization's integrity and operational excellence.

Singapore

• Strategic HR Business Partnering: Served as the primary HR point of contact for line managers within the Seven Seas Singapore team and the Supreme Group, based in Dubai, facilitating seamless HR support and strategic alignment across international teams.• Strategic Advisory in Weekly Leadership Meetings: Engaged in weekly discussions with Heads of Departments and the General Manager to deliver strategic HR advice and solutions, contributing to the organization's overarching goals.• HR Policy and Compliance Expertise: Provided expert guidance on HR policies and best practices, ensuring alignment with local employment laws in Singapore to enhance workplace productivity and compliance.• HR Financial and Performance Management: Collaborated with senior management and line managers to formulate the annual HR budget, conduct Salary Benchmarking, manage the annual Performance Appraisal process, Performance Bonus, and wage review exercises, ensuring competitive compensation and reward strategies.• Comprehensive HR Functions Leadership: Oversaw all HR functions for the company, including Recruitment, Training & Development, Performance Management, and Corporate Insurance, ensuring a holistic approach to human resource management.Accomplishments Insurance and Benefits Scheme Development: Successfully collaborated with management and brokers to establish a comprehensive corporation insurance and benefits scheme, enhancing employee welfare and company resilience. Operational Efficiency: Partnered with the Operations Manager to implement a strategic shift pattern for the warehouse team, significantly reducing overtime and optimizing manpower utilization. Salary Structure Overhaul: Revamped the salary structure for all employees, standardizing compensation in alignment with the company’s policies and ensuring equitable remuneration across the board.

• Strategic Training and Development Leadership: Directed the Group of Companies' Training & Development portfolio, crafting comprehensive Training Needs Analysis to align with strategic objectives.• Skills Development Fund (SDF) Grant Management: Spearheaded the application and claims process for SDF training grants, ensuring optimal utilization of resources to enhance workforce capabilities.• Training Provider Liaison: Proactively sourced suitable training providers, meticulously managing training initiatives to remain within allocated budgets, thereby maximizing return on investment.• Policy Review and Enhancement: Actively contributed to the review and improvement of Company policies, ensuring they remain relevant, competitive, and in compliance with evolving business and regulatory landscapes.• Talent Acquisition: Employed diverse channels to shortlist and identify potential candidates for roles up to managerial level, enhancing the talent acquisition process and ensuring high-calibre hires.• Candidate Evaluation: Analyzed applicants’ compatibility with job roles by thoroughly understanding job descriptions and qualifications, streamlining the recruitment process for efficiency and effectiveness.Accomplishments Training SOPs Overhaul under ISO 9001: Pioneered the revamp of Training’s Standard Operating Procedures, seamlessly integrating them into the ISO 9001 framework, elevating training quality and compliance. Strategic Workforce Development Savings: Collaborated with the HR Manager to forge a framework for workforce upgrading, realizing potential savings of $2 million and significantly enhancing employee skillsets. Annual Training Needs Analysis Implementation: Jointly with the HR Manager, designed and executed an annual Training Needs Analysis for all employees, ensuring continuous personal and professional development across the organization

• Payroll Management Excellence: Expertly manage the preparation and execution of salary and wage payrolls, incorporating deductions, overtime, and meticulous processing of timesheets for a workforce of approximately 220 employees, ensuring accurate and timely compensation.• Statutory Compliance Assurance: Vigilantly ensure adherence to all statutory requirements and government legislation, safeguarding the organization against legal risks and fostering a compliant operational environment.• Government Liaison and Claims Processing: Oversee the management of statutory submissions, timely payments, and the efficient processing of government claims, including IR21, IR8A, and NS Reservist claims, ensuring seamless compliance and maximization of entitlements.

• Executive Reporting and Collaboration: Directly report to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) of the business unit, playing a pivotal role within the COO & Governance team to drive operational excellence and governance standards.• New Joiner Validation: Efficiently screen and validate new joiner requests to ensure all approvals are in place, facilitating a streamlined and compliant onboarding process.• Position Management: Generate unique position numbers for approved new joiners and coordinate with HR for seamless onboarding, ensuring each role is accurately captured and facilitated within the organization.• SAP Data Integrity: Conduct thorough checks for discrepancies in SAP attributes, particularly cost centers, maintaining the integrity and accuracy of organizational data.• SAP Record Maintenance: Responsible for the regular updating of SAP records, ensuring all employee and organizational data are current and accurately reflected.• Strategic Space Planning: Oversee space planning initiatives in Singapore, optimizing office layouts to support operational efficiency and employee productivity.• Sanction Reporting: Compile and prepare weekly sanction reports for the COO, providing critical insights into compliance and operational status.• Accomplishments SAP Entry Validation and Correction: Achieved a significant milestone by successfully validating and correcting all SAP entries within Barclays, enhancing data accuracy and operational integrity. SharePoint Site Development: Played a key role in the development and setup of Barclays’ SharePoint sites, facilitating improved collaboration and information sharing across the organization. IT Business Unit Relocation: Collaborated effectively with department heads to orchestrate the strategic relocation of the IT business unit to its current premises, ensuring minimal disruption and enhanced operational efficiency.