HR Assistant / Executive

What You Will Do Payroll & Compensation - Process end-to-end monthly payroll accurately and on time using Talenox — including CPF submissions and IR21 tax clearance - Manage leave administration and final salary processing - Work closely with Operations to ensure accurate attendance data, timesheet verification via Deputy, and timely payroll uploads Recruitment & Onboarding - Manage the full recruitment cycle for outlet and operations roles — from job posting and candidate sourcing to interviewing and offer management - Prepare and maintain recruitment materials, including job descriptions and employment contracts - Facilitate new employee orientation and onboarding — ensuring every new joiner feels welcomed, informed, and set up for success from day one - Support work pass applications, renewals, and cancellations in compliance with MOM regulations HR Administration & Employee Relations - Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records digitally across Talenox and our HR systems - Prepare HR correspondence, including employment letters, promotion letters, salary adjustment letters, and employment verification letters - Support employee relations matters — including counselling, grievance handling, issuance of warning letters, and offboarding procedures - Serve as a reliable and approachable first point of contact for HR queries from employees and management across all levels Data Management & Ad Hoc Support - Process attendance reports, pro-family leave submissions, and government-paid leave claims accurately and on time - Archive employee records in accordance with Alchemist's HR policies and PDPA requirements What We Are Looking For - Diploma or Degree in Human Resource Management or equivalent - At least 2 years of hands-on payroll and recruitment experience in F&B, retail, or a recruitment agency environment - Proficiency in HRMS and payroll systems — familiarity with Talenox and Deputy is a strong advantage - Organised, meticulous, and comfortable managing multiple priorities without losing attention to detail - Strong communicator who can engage confidently across all levels of the organisation - Comfortable working independently in a lean team environment - Ability to converse in Mandarin is an advantage, to support communication with our Mandarin-speaking outlet teams and candidates - Open to Singaporeans and Permanent Residents What We Offer - Competitive salary commensurate with experience - Medical and dental coverage - Staff discounts across all Alchemist outlets - Performance bonus - Training and development opportunities - A culture built on hospitality, knowledge, and teamwork — and a team that genuinely looks out for one another