Human Resources Advisor

Position: Human Resources Advisor
Location: Manila
Department: Human Resources 
Reports to: Director, Human Resources

Position Summary

• Support local management team in managing employee relations issues providing advice to managers and employees on resolution techniques that align with global policies and processes.
• Advise management on compliance with local legislation and corporate policies/processes.

• Support driving forward Seapeak’s company core values by developing and enforcing local policies and championing global policies.
• Promote HR initiatives that facilitate an effective collaboration and interaction within a hybrid working environment.
• Coach managers on full life-cycle management strategies from recruitment to termination.
• Understand key people metrics e.g. absence, attrition, hiring, conduct, capability, grievances; providing insight and solutions.
• Provide informed and pragmatic solutions to a variety of complex HR issues taking full account of internal policies, HR best practice, legislative practice, equality and regulatory requirements.

• Manage recruitment initiatives to ensure a seamless end-to-end recruitment process for all open roles.
• Ensure accuracy of job descriptions and alignment with corporate standards. Gather information from employees and follow up with managers, as required.
• Screen CVs, administer Predictive Index surveys, conduct interviews, complete pre-employment checks, and prepare and present offer to successful candidates.
• Coach hiring managers on candidate selection best practices.
• Manage relationships and vendor agreements with candidate sources including agencies,universities, associations, and local, regional, and national organisations.
• Conduct new hire orientation sessions.
• Coordinate probationary reviews and monitor for areas where improvement is necessary.

• Ensure data integrity within the HCM through accurate and timely updates being made.
• Ensure processes are followed by regional employees, for example global policy sign offs, absence reporting, and performance reviews being completed.

• Facilitating in-house soft skills training.
• Work with line managers to define training plans in line with the business objectives and employee needs.
• Support global HR and the local management team in identifying areas of competency development.

• Support and coach line managers on the performance management process.

• Oversee local statutory compliance with labor laws and company certifications, including but not limited to Business Permits, Safety Compliance, and other relevant regulations.
• Administer local company secretarial tasks on behalf of Seapeak
• Monitor and ensure adherence to office leases and related premises contracts, ensuring all terms and conditions are met.
• Maintain a vigilant eye on the condition of office premises, ensuring they are upheld to 'as new' standards and addressing any maintenance or repair needs promptly.
• Develop and implement effective administration procedures to streamline office operations and enhance efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support various administrative needs and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
• Stay updated on changes in labor laws and regulations to ensure ongoing compliance and make necessary adjustments to office practices as required.
• Ensure office supplies are replenished when required.
• Chair the local CSR and social committees to ensure that they meet on a regular basis with a view to stimulating the local workforce to participate in all initiatives that these committees are running.

• Experience in human resources, recruitment, and office management.
• Excellent human relations, customer service, written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to develop strong working relationships and partnerships.
• Ability to work well both independently as well as part of a team.
• Able to manage confidential matters in a discreet manner.