This role is for one of the Weekday's clients
Min Experience: 7 years
Location: chennai
JobType: full-time
We are looking for an experienced
HR Operations Team Lead / Manager
to oversee and drive end-to-end HR operations and administration. This role requires strong people leadership, deep expertise in HR operations, systems, and compliance, and the ability to manage complex employee lifecycle processes with a high degree of accuracy and governance. The role will closely partner with HRBPs, business leaders, and vendors to ensure operational excellence and continuous process improvement.
Education & Qualifications
Graduate or Postgraduate degree with specialization in
Human Resources
.
Solid understanding of the
HR domain
, with hands-on exposure to HR operations and administration.
Proficiency in
Microsoft Office
(Word, Excel, PowerPoint) for reporting, analytics, and presentations.
Work Experience
7–10 years
of experience in HR Operations and Administration, with
3–5 years in a Team Lead or Managerial role
.
Proven experience leading HR operations teams and managing end-to-end
employee lifecycle processes
(hire-to-exit, internal movements, payroll inputs, leave management).
In-depth knowledge of
HR policies, statutory compliance, and regulatory requirements
, particularly for
Singapore
.
Strong hands-on experience with
HR systems
such as Workday, SuccessFactors, Cornerstone, iGROW, including advanced reporting and data analysis.
Expertise in
process governance
, SOP development, SLA/KPI tracking, and audit readiness.
Demonstrated ability to work with senior stakeholders, HRBPs, and vendors to resolve escalations and improve service delivery.
Experience in
process optimization
, data analysis, and driving efficiency and quality improvements.
Exposure to
budget planning, resource allocation,



team performance management
, and strategic HR initiatives.
Experience supporting
change management and transformation projects
within HR operations.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and manage
HR Operations
for accurate and timely execution of employee lifecycle transactions (onboarding, exits, transfers, payroll inputs, leave administration).
Ensure full compliance with
Singapore HR policies and statutory regulations
; exposure to China and Malaysia regulations is an added advantage.
Establish, document, and enforce
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
; monitor adherence and drive process governance.
Manage and maintain
HR systems
(e.g., Workday, iGROW), ensuring data accuracy, integrity, and confidentiality.
Monitor SLAs and KPIs, address escalations, and continuously enhance service quality.
Collaborate with HRBPs, business leaders, payroll teams, and vendors to deliver seamless HR operations.
Drive
process improvements
, automation initiatives, and best practices across HR operations.
Support learning and development operations using
LMS platforms
such as SuccessFactors or Cornerstone.
Lead, coach, and develop the HR operations team to ensure high performance and engagement.
Skills & Competencies
Strong
leadership and stakeholder management
skills.
Excellent
written and verbal communication
abilities.
Advanced proficiency in
MS Excel
for data analysis, dashboards, and reporting.
High attention to detail, accuracy, and confidentiality in HR data management.
Strong knowledge of
HR compliance, governance, and audit requirements
.
Process improvement mindset with the ability to streamline workflows and enhance efficiency.
Skills
HR Operations
Operations Management
HR Compliance (Singapore)
HR Systems (Workday / SuccessFactors / iGROW)
Process Governance & Improvement
Team Leadership
Stakeholder Management

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