HR Lead (AU Client) | Remote - #35223

# HR Lead (AU Client) | Remote - #35223 > Manila Recruitment · Philippines (Remote) · Full-time · Posted 2026-07-31 **Workplace:** remote **Department:** ETE - Shaira J ## Description **Job Overview** We are looking for an experienced, proactive, and hands-on HR Lead to join our fast-growing organization. In this role, you will oversee the day-to-day Human Resources and Recruitment functions while helping shape our long-term HR and talent strategy. This is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys balancing strategic initiatives with operational responsibilities, and is passionate about building a high-performing, people-focused workplace that delivers exceptional support to both employees and clients. **Key Responsibilities** **Human Resources** - Manage the end-to-end employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, performance management, employee engagement, and offboarding. - Ensure compliance with Philippine labor laws, DOLE regulations, and company policies. - Maintain accurate employee records, contracts, recruitment documentation, and HR files. - Build positive employee relations by providing coaching, guidance, and HR support to employees and clients. - Lead employee engagement, culture-building, and retention initiatives. - Oversee compensation, benefits administration, leave management, and timekeeping in collaboration with Payroll and Finance. - Provide HR guidance to clients on HR policies, leave administration, and workforce processes. **HR Operations & Process Improvement** - Manage and maintain HR Information Systems (HRIS) and ensure employee data accuracy and confidentiality. - Develop, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). - Prepare HR reports, workforce metrics, and analytics to support business decisions. - Coordinate compliance audits, policy reviews, and document management. **Business Operations** - Partner with Finance, IT, and Learning & Development teams to ensure seamless onboarding, offboarding, payroll, and employee support processes. - Collaborate with the Australian General Manager throughout the recruitment process, from client discovery through candidate offers and reference checks. - Support workforce planning, resource allocation, and operational efficiency initiatives. - Identify opportunities to improve workflows through automation and process enhancements. **Strategic Projects** - Support the CEO and General Manager on cross-functional initiatives involving HR, business operations, and organizational improvement. - Participate in projects that drive business growth, operational excellence, and employee experience. - Analytical thinker with the ability to translate data into operational insights ## Requirements - Bachelor’s degree - Psychology, Business Administration, or related field with Human Resources certification - Minimum 5 years’ experience in HR, with at least 2 years in an associate or equivalent role - English fluency - Able to communicate clearly, professionally, and confidently in both spoken and written English. - Preference given to experience as in-house HR support for non-BPO companies - Exposure and experience with both high-volume recruitment but also targeted recruitment - Demonstrated recent experience involving frequent day-to-day interaction with staff or in a process- and admin-driven professional environment - Strong knowledge and working understanding of Philippine labor laws and DOLE are preferred **Key Skills and Attributes** - Strong understanding of Philippine labor laws and employment compliance, as well as good exposure to employee benefit programs - Natural leadership ability with very high levels of integrity. Highly confident and proactive with communication skills (written, verbal and non-verbal) - Adaptable to a values-led approach to people and related client management - Exceptional organisational and administrative ability with excellent attention to detail - Very good level of technical proficiency (Microsoft 365 suite, HRIS systems, payroll platforms, AI tools) - Ability to work autonomously and make sound decisions with minimal supervision - Proactive, adaptable, and solutions-oriented mindset - Analytical thinker with the ability to translate data into operational insights Job Type: Direct Employment Employment Type: Full-time Location: Remote Work Schedule: Monday to Friday 7:00 AM – 4:00 PM PH time (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sydney time – winter / AEST) 6:00 AM – 3:00 PM PH time (9:00 AM – 6:00 PM Sydney time – summer / AEDT) Industry: Staffing & Recruiting ## Apply [Apply at Manila Recruitment](https://apply.workable.com/manilarecruitment/j/7EFA9ADDF3/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)