People and Culture Manager
The People and Culture Manager leads the strategic and operational efforts to create a thriving workplace culture and drive employee performance, engagement, and development across the organization. This role oversees the full employee lifecycle, including talent acquisition, onboarding, performance management, and offboarding, while championing initiatives that optimize manpower utilization and align workforce capabilities with business objectives.
Acting as a strategic partner to leadership, the manager designs and implements policies, processes, and programs to enhance employee experience, foster a high-performance culture, and support the overall growth and sustainability of the organization. The role combines HR generalist expertise with a focus on employee engagement, strategic workforce planning, and development to ensure the organization attracts, retains, and nurtures top talent.
Job Responsibilities
Design and implement workforce strategies to align talent needs with business objectives, ensuring optimal manpower allocation and utilization.
Lead manpower forecasting and capacity planning to support long-term organizational growth.
Develop and execute talent development programs to build employee capabilities, support career progression, and address skills gaps.
Foster a positive and inclusive workplace culture that promotes collaboration, innovation, and accountability.
Create and implement employee engagement strategies to boost satisfaction, productivity, and retention.
Conduct regular employee surveys and use feedback to shape organizational policies and initiatives.
Act as a cultural ambassador, reinforcing company values and enhancing team dynamics.
Lead the design and execution of performance management systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals.
Support managers and employees in setting performance goals, conducting appraisals, and driving continuous improvement.
Develop tools and frameworks to measure and enhance individual and team performance.
Identify training needs and design programs that support skill development, leadership growth, and succession planning.
Partner with stakeholders to deliver customized training solutions and track program effectiveness.
Champion a culture of continuous learning and professional development across the organization.
Oversee the full employee lifecycle, from recruitment and onboarding to offboarding, ensuring a seamless and supportive experience.
Ensure compliance with labor laws, regulations, and internal HR policies.
Act as a trusted advisor to employees and leadership on all people-related matters, addressing issues with discretion and effectiveness.
Manage HR systems and data to improve decision-making and operational efficiency.
Lead and mentor the HR team, fostering a high-performance culture within the department.
Collaborate with department heads and senior leaders to implement strategies that drive manpower and business success.
Continuously refine and optimize HR processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
Leverage technology and data analytics to drive informed decision-making and improve employee outcomes.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
Minimum of a bachelor's degree in human resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
Additional certifications (e.g., CIPM, SHRM, CIPD, SPHR, PHRi) is a must have
Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in human resources or related roles, with at least 2–3 years in a leadership position.
Proven track record in managing HR functions such as recruitment, performance management, employee engagement, and compliance.
Deep understanding of HR best practices, labor laws, and regulatory requirements.
Strong leadership and people management skills, with the ability to inspire and lead a team.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective employee engagement and relationship building.
Proficiency in HRIS and other relevant tools or platforms. Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
Self-motivated and results-oriented, with a passion for continuous improvement.
Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Demonstrated experience in leading change management or organizational development initiatives.
Additional Information
A successful candidate will be:
confident in speaking and writing,
skilled in delivering impactful presentations,
optimistic in viewpoint,
a creative thinker, value driven with a can-do attitude,
an experienced people and project manager,
an effective and efficient team player,
proficient in using tools to store, report and analyse data,
an HR generalist with a strategic mindset, and
a performance driver.