HR Operations Manager – APAC

About the Role

WorkMotion is hiring an HR Operations Manager to lead operations for the Philippines, Australia, and New Zealand cluster, with additional coverage for Singapore. This role is essential for building the HR infrastructure for new entities from the ground up. You will collaborate with Legal and Infrastructure teams to provide HR insights for licensing, mitigate operational risks, and ensure HR milestones align with project go-live timelines. The position requires a balance of high-level strategic project management and hands-on operational oversight, focusing on delivering scalable, compliant, and efficient global employment services.

Requirements

• The ideal candidate possesses at least five years of experience in HR operations or compliance across multiple countries.
• You must have specific expertise in establishing Philippine employer registrations, including SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, and DO 174.
• A working knowledge of Australian regulatory requirements, including awards, superannuation, and workers' compensation, is required, as well as familiarity with the New Zealand Holidays Act and Singaporean CPF and work pass regulations.
• You should demonstrate a proven ability to manage complex employee transitions, handle payroll and benefits vendors, and effectively translate legal opinions into functional processes.
• Fluency in English at a C1 level is required.
• Previous experience in the EOR or staffing industry, as well as proficiency with Jira, Confluence, and HRIS systems, are considered significant advantages for this role.

Responsibilities

• As the HR Operations Manager, your duties include completing employer registrations for payroll, social security, and various insurance schemes.
• You will work alongside the legal team to create local-language contract templates, draft mandatory company policies, and file necessary work rules and handbooks.
• You will lead go-live readiness assessments and conduct detailed reviews of initial payroll and onboarding cycles to ensure accuracy.
• Beyond project-based entity launches, you will manage ongoing HR compliance, including filing calendars, audits, and staying current with legislative changes.
• Additionally, you will be responsible for maintaining process documentation and external knowledge articles while coordinating closely with various internal departments and local third-party providers to support the operational health of the assigned cluster.

Benefits & Perks

• WorkMotion offers a WorkFlex program allowing for remote work, a dedicated Well-Being Day, and subsidized gym memberships.
• Employees receive a training and development allowance, have the opportunity to participate in annual team meetups, and benefit from the company's commitment to being an equal opportunity employer.