HR Assistant

The Global HR is responsible for the effective management of all matters concerning the employment and development of people within Stephenson Harwood. This involves carrying out appropriate initiatives, providing guidance and support to partners, managers and all employees alike, as well as supporting the creation of an environment which enables people to make the best use of their capabilities and realise their potential to the benefit of the firm and themselves. This means that we are involved in a wide range of activities including:

• Strategy setting in line with business objectives
• Recruitment of all partners and employees, including graduate trainee recruitment
• Diversity and corporate social responsibility initiatives
• Talent and career management
• Reward strategy and salary review
• Policy and procedures setting

The Asia HR team comprises of the Regional Head of HR Asia, HR Managers in Hong Kong and Singapore, a HR Advisor Asia and HR Assistant both based in Hong Kong and this role based in Singapore.

The Stephenson Harwood (Singapore) Alliance is part of the Stephenson Harwood network, and offers clients an integrated service in multi-jurisdictional matters involving permitted areas of Singapore law. We have over 100 people in the Singapore office, including more than 14 partners with the right expertise to meet our clients' needs to overcome the most complex issues.

As a key member of the team, this role will support the HR function in the provision of a consistent high level, seamless service to our internal clients. Reporting to the HR Manager, the HR Assistant will be involved in operational (recruitment, employee cycle, benefits administration) and project work, as well as assisting with queries from international offices. The role is working closely with their peers in our global offices.

The HR Assistant role is varied and acts as the first point of contact for general HR queries and support across the whole employee lifecycle. Main responsibilities include:

Resourcing and employee life cycle:

• Supporting the full recruitment process including discussing terms and rates with agencies, job advertising, CV screening, conduct interviews for business services, extending offers with contracts of employment, onboarding logistics and induction programmes.
• Responsible for the administration of the employee life cycle, including visa administration, flexible working, maternity / paternity leave, client secondment, trainee secondments.
• Coordinate the annual appraisal and salary review processes.
• Handle the practising certificate and certificate of registration applications and renewals.
• Handle off boarding process including exit interviews

Performance management and development

• Assist in managing new employees' probationary period through facilitating mid and end of probation meetings, absence management and escalate concerns and issues when appropriate
• Support disciplinary and grievance procedures and be the first point of contact
• Work closely in liaison with the Talent Development team to follow up on training needs

Payroll and benefits

• All aspects of payroll including liaison with all government statutory boards
• Salary review administration and conduct benchmarking exercises
• Manage employee medical cover scheme and general benefits administration

HR systems

• Proactive and accurate use of HR information system to log and report on headcount, absence, leave and other employee data.
• Efficient and accurate use of the HR and payroll system

Policies, know how and developing the HR function

• Keep abreast of changes in employment legislation and practices, update and revise policy and procedure. Updating local policies as necessary.
• Participate in local, regional and global team meetings where relevant
• Initiate staff engagement activities as appropriate

Attributes

• Flexible, can-do and people centric in approach and attitude
• Resilient and adaptable to changing deadlines / demands and challenging situations
• A good team player with proactive and positive attitude
• Able to build rapport and creditability quickly with all levels of staff
• Eager to learn and develop within the role

Skills

• Analytical with the ability to interpret management information and data
• Accuracy and a strong eye for detail are essential
• Able to handle sensitive situations and information confidentially and discreetly
• Excellent organisational skills; planning and prioritising; time management of self and others
• Experience of an HR information system / database and payroll system
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong computer skills, mainly Microsoft Office
• Awareness and understanding of Singapore employee legislation and policies
• Partnership experience is not essential but experience working in professional services environment would be advantageous

Experience and qualifications

• Diploma in HRM / Business administration
• Preferably one year experience in an international law firm or professional services environment.

This job description is indicative only and does not represent an exhaustive list of responsibilities. The firm reserves the right to alter or change the responsibilities in line with the firm's strategy and business needs.

Stephenson Harwood is an international law firm, and we are committed to creating "Positive Partnerships" with our clients. We represent listed and private companies, institutions and individuals, building lasting relationships to help them succeed in a complex and ever-changing world.