Senior Manager, People & Culture (Employee Relations)

• Lead and manage the People Governance team, providing coaching, mentorship, and guidance.
• Develop and implement employee relation strategies, policies, and practices aligned with organizational values and legal requirements.
• Act as a strategic advisor to People & Culture Leaders and Business Leaders on employee relations matters.

• Primary point of contact for employees regarding workplace issues, grievances, and complaints.
• Mediate and resolve conflicts and disputes involving unions, management, employees, or government agencies. This includes conducting investigations on employee complaints, allegations of misconduct, conflicts, unauthorized change, and recommend appropriate resolutions.
• Ensure investigations adhere to investigation protocols, establish facts and identify patterns/systemic issues, and prepare detailed report on findings, conclusions and make recommendations to Management and in accordance with employment laws, regulations, and company policies.
• Perform data and root cause analysis to identify opportunities for improvement.
• Coordinate with and assist Internal Audit in employee-related investigations.
• Advise and educate line managers on lessons learnt from cases investigated and foster a culture of ethical, fair decision-making and behaviour across the organization.
• Go-to person for case management and provide reliable counsel to People & Culture Leaders.

• Maintain accurate records of compliance activities - incident/investigation documentations, reports, training etc.
• Update management and stakeholders on compliance status and issues.
• Interact with Group Compliance team, Union, and other stakeholders to stay informed and abreast about changes in employment laws, regulations etc that may affect Singtel Group.
• Optimizing HR processes and workflows which involves streamlining and improving the efficiency of case management.
• Use data insights to recommend proactive measures and process improvements

• Bachelor's degree in human resources or business administration, and is IHRP Certified.
• At least 8-10 years of related working experience in HR compliance and Industrial Relations from both union and employer's perspective.
• Proven experience in leading or managing an employee relation team or function.
• Solid understanding of Singapore labour laws, regulations, compliance requirements and best practices.
• Experience in grievance handling and investigations.
• Strong interpersonal and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent communication abilities including presentation skills.
• Skilled in analysis, problem-solving skills, critical thinking and meticulous attention to detail.

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