Human resources professional with a solid foundation in HR operations and strategic planning. Known for the ability to streamline processes and improve efficiency while maintaining compliance and fostering positive employee relations. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results, adaptable to changing organisational needs. Expertise includes talent management, conflict resolution, policy implementation, and ensuring compliance with labour laws and regulations.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
HR & OPERATIONS MANAGER
FEATUREBYTE SG PTE LTD
06.2022 - Current
Planned and implemented processes that significantly reduced staff turnover from 5% down to 1%, resulting in cost savings of 30% for recruitment, onboarding, and training of new hires.
Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive information, financial documents, and employee records.
Engaged in the full recruitment process and conducted pre-employment screening, all background checks, references, and license checks.
Arranged facilities and conducted new hire Orientations.
Prepare monthly payroll for 15 employees, including processing statutory claims and payments.
Liaise with government sectors to manage expatriates' employment, including visa applications, work and dependent passes, inbound and repatriation processes, and relocation.
Conducted regular reviews of accounts receivable and payable processes to identify areas for improvement.
Coordinated with external vendors to ensure timely payments of invoices.
Reviewed monthly financial statements and prepared accurate reports for internal stakeholders.
Led the development of annual budgets and quarterly forecasts in collaboration with department heads.
HR/ OFFICE MANAGER
INNOVIZ PTE LTD
02.2021 - 05.2022
Developed and implemented an onboarding process for new hires, ensuring compliance with company policies.
Provide support to the management team that visits from the UK office and KL office, including air tickets and accommodation bookings.
Diary management for the Managing Director, including planning all meetings, preparations, and post-meeting follow-up actions.
Manage all HR and personnel documentation, including employment contracts, resumes, appraisals and other personal records, by developing a filing system.
Handle end-to-end work pass-related issues such as application, renewal, cancellation, and appeal.
Manage and track employee annual reviews, appraisals, and check-ins.
New staff orientation and handling onboard processes such as setting up workstations and equipment, an orientation checklist, email/IT access, assigning buddies, medical card registration, and team introductions.
Handle monthly payroll administration, such as updating finance on new employees, terminations, and bonuses due.
Developed new expense claim guidelines for 13 staff members, improving efficiencies by 15%.
HR/OFFICE MANAGER
STAIZEN PTE LTD
01.2020 - 02.2021
Slashed office expenditures by 20% by negotiating with cheaper supplier contracts, implementing inventory control, and standardising ordering procedures.
Developed a paperless environment by implementing an online
System to manage data, process orders, and integrate processes.
Liaising with the company secretary and coordinating annual returns and other secretarial documents relating to the holding of annual general meetings with the secretarial company, and ensuring all documents are completed
Managed and supported all administrative duties in the office and ensured that the office operated smoothly.
OFFICE MANAGER
WCOMMS PTE LTD
07.2017 - 12.2019
Coordinated onboarding activities for new hires, ensuring they received the necessary information about benefits and expectations. Oversee the entire hiring process and recruitment, including sourcing, interviews, and working with recruitment agencies.
Execute annual promotions, annual increments, and performance monitoring exercises to ensure rewards are distributed fairly to attract and retain talent.
Liaise with government sectors to manage expatriates' employment, including visa application, work and dependent passes, inbound and repatriation processes, and relocation.
Monitored the day-to-day financial operations within the company, including invoicing, expenses, and other transactions.
Support the finance director with vendor forms and the onboarding process of new clients when needed.
Process monthly expenses through the Receipt Bank. Over 20 staff members assist in reimbursing expenses promptly.
Administer payroll processing services to ensure accurate payments are made promptly.
CUSTOMER RELATION OFFICER
MINISTRY OF MANPOWER
07.2015 - 07.2017
Resolved an average of 550 inquiries in any given week and consistently met performance benchmarks in all areas (speed, accuracy, volume)
Became the lead “go-to” person for new reps and particularly challenging calls as one of the company’s primary trainers of new and established employees.
Helped the company attain the highest customer service ratings (as determined by external auditors) and earned 100% marks in all categories including communication skills, listening skills, problem resolution and politeness.
Officially commended for initiative, enthusiasm, tenacity, persuasiveness, intense customer focus and dependability in performance evaluations.
CORPORATE SALES EXECUTIVE
WOLECO HOTEL, SUPPLIES
08.2012 - 05.2015
Boosted company revenue by more than S$200,000 by up-selling and clearing stocks.
Maintain the service quality to the current customer base.
Increased monthly gross sales from $200,000 to $340,000 and exceeded goals for sales, revenue, and profit margins.
Develop knowledge of company products and brands as they apply to each customer.
Plan account call frequency to achieve optimum coverage of accounts.
Prepare weekly sales reports and call reports to the GM.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (PART-TIME)
EURO ASIA HOLIDAYS PTE LTD
03.2007 - 07.2012
Provided administrative support to management staff, including scheduling meetings and appointments, preparing agendas, taking minutes, and maintaining records.
Maintained financial data to provide accurate analysis on a weekly basis.
Manage petty cash, purchases of office equipment and bank-related items online, and deposits.
Generate ad-hoc reports upon request from management or external stakeholders.