Assistant Manager/Manager Human Resources

Role summary

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The Assistant Manager/Manager, Human Resources is expected to support the full employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, employee relations, performance management, training coordination, policy implementation and compliance with Singapore employment legislation. Candidates should have a diploma or degree in Human Resources, business administration or a related discipline, together with several years of relevant hotel or hospitality experience. Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills are essential, as is the ability to handle confidential matters professionally. The successful candidate should be service-oriented, approachable, commercially aware and comfortable working in a multicultural, fast-paced luxury hotel environment.

About the employer

Shangri-La Hotels and Resorts is a Hong Kong-founded luxury hospitality group operating hotels, resorts and residences across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, North America and other international markets. The group is recognised for its high service standards, distinctive Asian hospitality and strong focus on guest comfort. Shangri-La Singapore is a prominent luxury hotel set within extensive tropical gardens, offering accommodation, dining, meetings, events and wellness facilities. Its workforce includes colleagues from diverse cultural and professional backgrounds, with a strong emphasis on service excellence, employee development and teamwork. Human Resources roles within the company typically support recruitment, colleague engagement, learning, performance management and compliance while helping maintain the organisation’s people-focused culture.

Working in Singapore

Singapore is a compact, highly connected island city-state with strong opportunities in hospitality, tourism, finance, technology, healthcare, logistics and professional services. The culture is multicultural, combining Chinese, Malay, Indian and international influences, with English widely used in workplaces. Lifestyle benefits include excellent public transport, safe neighbourhoods, diverse food, modern shopping areas and easy access to parks and the coast. Housing can be expensive, especially in central districts, so newcomers often compare shared accommodation with private rentals. Foreign professionals generally need an employer-sponsored work pass, such as an Employment Pass or S Pass, subject to salary, qualifications and government criteria. Employers commonly assist with onboarding, but candidates should confirm relocation support, medical coverage and pass eligibility before accepting an offer. Singapore’s tropical climate is hot and humid year-round, with frequent rainfall.