The Deputy Director - Human Resources (HR) Policy role offers the opportunity to lead policy development, governance, and communication across a research-focused organisation. This position plays a key role in ensuring HR policies are not only well-structured, but also clearly understood by staff through effective engagement and change communication.
Responsibilities
Lead the review of HR policies across functions, considering Public Service directives, relevant legislation, industry practice, and organisational impact
Engage stakeholders and staff directly to assess proposed policy changes and gather feedback
Partner with HR teams to implement new and updated policies
Track implementation effectiveness and recommend refinements to policies, communications, and rollout approaches
Evaluate requests for policy exceptions, balancing business impact against potential effects on related policies
Own the communications and change management plan for policy rollouts
Maintain consistent messaging across circulars, eDMs, and staff engagement sessions
Requirements
8 to 10 years of experience in HR, with strong depth in policy, communications, or a closely related area
Track record of leading organisation-wide communications, particularly in translating complex policy content into clear and accessible messages
Strong writing and speaking skills, with the ability to brief senior leaders and deliver staff-wide communications effectively
Public Service experience or experience in a large, complex organisation will be an advantage
About the company
A Singaporean organisation in the research and technology industry, this organisation conducts scientific research and technology development across a range of disciplines. It also collaborates with organisations from the research, industry, and public sectors.
JAC Recruitment Pte. Ltd.
EA Licence: 90C3026
EA Personnel: R22108517
EA Personnel Name: Jonathan Gouw
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