Senior HR Officer
Singapore, SG, 139644
Role Summary
We are looking for a Senior HR Officer who brings positive energy, confidence, and a genuine passion for people. At Dover Court International School, you will be the friendly face and driving force behind an exceptional colleague experience.
If you love connecting with others, enjoy fast‑paced work, and thrive in a role where relationship‑building is key, you will feel right at home here. As part of the Nord Anglia Education family, you’ll help bring our philosophy Create Your Future to life for every colleague who joins our school.
This role leads talent acquisition, drives a smooth onboarding experience, ensures HR compliance, and supports performance management processes. You’ll work closely with leaders and teams across the school, contributing to a culture that is warm, collaborative, and future‑focused.
About the Role
1. Talent Acquisition
- Lead full recruitment cycles with confidence and enthusiasm, ensuring every candidate feels valued and engaged
- Partner with leaders to understand their needs and bring in top talent across academic and non‑academic roles
- Craft compelling job posts and promote our employer brand proudly across platforms
- Conduct engaging interviews and guide managers through a positive and structured selection process
- Build strong talent pipelines and enjoy networking with potential candidates who share our values
- Manage references, safeguarding checks, and offers with professionalism and warmth
2. HR Compliance and Onboarding
- Ensure HR processes meet MOM, safeguarding, and Nord Anglia standards
- Create a warm, welcoming onboarding experience that helps new colleagues feel connected from day one
- Lead induction sessions with confidence, clarity, and a friendly, supportive approach
- Maintain accurate HR data and documentation (employee files, contracts, etc)
- Support audits and policy updates in a proactive and organised way
3. Performance Management
- Coordinate the annual review cycle and empower managers to set meaningful and measurable goals
- Support leaders in creating energising, future focused performance conversations
- Track progress and follow up with colleagues to maintain momentum
- Assist in identifying development opportunities that help colleagues grow and succeed
4. HR Operations and Employee Support
- Provide approachable, solutions focused HR support to colleagues
- Contribute to wellbeing and engagement activities with creativity and enthusiasm
- Support payroll inputs, benefits administration, and HRIS data consistency
- Get involved in HR initiatives and regional projects that build community and strengthen our culture
About You
What You Bring
- A welcoming personality and natural ability to build rapport with people
- A positive, energetic approach with confidence in communication
- Excellent organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Sound judgement and a proactive attitude toward problem solving
- A collaborative mindset and genuine interest in supporting and uplifting others
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business, Psychology, or related field
- 4 to 6 years of HR experience, ideally in an international or educational environment
- Strong background in recruitment and HR operations
- Understanding of Singapore employment law and compliance
- Experience with HR systems and performance management frameworks
Safeguarding
Dover Court International School and Nord Anglia Education are committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children. All employees must share this commitment, and all appointments are subject to comprehensive background checks.