HR Advisor - Legal

A leading legal services organisation in Singapore is seeking a People Advisor to become the welcoming face of their People function. This role offers you the opportunity to build meaningful relationships across all levels, supporting employees and management alike while ensuring seamless people operations. You will be at the heart of employee engagement, diversity initiatives, and regulatory compliance, making a real impact on the firm’s culture and success.

What you'll do:

As a People Advisor, Legal Sector based in Singapore, you will immerse yourself in every aspect of people operations within a respected legal services organisation. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve managing employee lifecycle processes from onboarding through exit interviews while maintaining accurate records in the People database. You will collaborate extensively with cross-functional teams such as Rewards & Benefits, Learning & Development, Resourcing and Diversity & Inclusion committees to ensure employees receive comprehensive support throughout their journey. Regulatory compliance will be central to your role as you work closely with legal managers on formal alliance matters and facilitate applications for practising certificates. You will also lead early careers initiatives by coordinating recruitment pipelines for vacation schemes and traineeships while building strong connections with educational institutions. Your ability to nurture relationships across internal networks will help create an engaging environment where diversity is celebrated and every employee feels valued.

• Manage all aspects of People operations across the employee lifecycle, including employment contracts, onboarding, induction processes, payroll coordination, confirmation of employment details, references, probation reviews, secondments logistics, leaver letters and exit interviews.
• Maintain and update the People database with accuracy, ensuring comprehensive records for personal data, annual leave tracking and other relevant information.
• Collaborate closely with Rewards and Benefits teams to enrol new joiners in benefits schemes and provide guidance on People policies.
• Act as a bridge between employees and management by regularly catching up with staff members, escalating concerns when necessary and offering empathetic support.
• Work alongside Learning & Development teams to coordinate training activities for employees and support their continuous growth.
• Assist Resourcing teams with recruitment efforts for lawyers and business services professionals by screening CVs, arranging interviews and extending offers.
• Partner with internal Diversity & Inclusion committees to foster employee engagement around diversity initiatives and maintain an inclusive workplace culture.
• Support regulatory compliance by liaising with General Counsel and Risk Managers on matters related to Formal Law Alliance establishment; administer applications submitted to regulatory authorities.
• Ensure lawyers and employees have the right to practise by assisting with obtaining or renewing practising certificates; stay updated on changes in Employment Law or local regulations.
• Lead operational planning for Early Careers programmes including vacation scheme recruitment, onboarding trainees, seat rotations and qualification processes; build relationships with universities for recruitment events.

What you bring:

To excel as a People Advisor, you will bring proven experience from human resources roles within legal or professional services settings. Your expertise in people operations will be complemented by your keen eye for detail and strong organisational capabilities. You possess outstanding interpersonal skills that allow you to connect easily with colleagues at every level while managing multiple stakeholders across various departments. Your collaborative spirit shines through whether you are working as part of a team or independently tackling projects. Effective planning is one of your strengths; you are adept at prioritising tasks amidst shifting demands without losing sight of deadlines or quality standards. You quickly absorb new information, whether it’s regulatory updates or process improvements, and translate learning into action that benefits both employees and management. Your customer-focused mindset ensures requests are handled efficiently while your diplomatic approach maintains confidentiality throughout all interactions. Communication is key: you keep everyone informed while fostering an atmosphere of trust and mutual respect. Flexibility is essential as you adapt seamlessly between different responsibilities, from supporting early careers initiatives to facilitating compensation reviews, always striving for excellence.

• Bachelor’s degree coupled with at least three years’ human resources experience ideally gained within a legal or professional services environment.
• Deep understanding of People operations processes paired with meticulous attention to detail and exceptional organisational skills.
• Excellent interpersonal abilities enabling you to interact comfortably with individuals at all levels within the organisation.
• Proven stakeholder management experience demonstrating your capacity to collaborate effectively across multiple functions.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team setting while also being dependable when working independently as required.
• Strong planning, scheduling, prioritisation and time management skills allowing you to manage competing demands efficiently.
• Quick learner who can grasp new concepts rapidly and apply them proactively in daily tasks.
• High level of customer focus combined with a positive ‘can do’ attitude that supports colleagues and clients alike.
• Diplomacy, discretion and confidentiality are second nature; you handle sensitive information responsibly at all times.
• Outstanding communication skills that enable you to work cohesively within high performing teams; flexible approach to resourcing ensures smooth allocation of work.

What sets this company apart:

This organisation stands out for its unwavering commitment to creating an inclusive workplace where collaboration thrives. Employees enjoy flexible working opportunities tailored to individual needs alongside generous pension contributions that secure their future. The company invests heavily in training programmes so you can continue developing professionally while feeling supported every step of the way. Diversity is not just encouraged, it’s actively celebrated through dedicated committees that drive engagement across the firm. The leadership team is renowned for its supportive approach; they value input from every member of staff regardless of seniority or background. With robust internal networks connecting experts from different fields together, you’ll find yourself surrounded by knowledgeable colleagues who share insights freely. The firm’s reputation for excellence extends beyond its client base into its own workforce: here you’ll discover an environment where achievements are recognised, strengths highlighted and personal accountability nurtured. Whether advancing early careers initiatives or supporting regulatory compliance projects, your contributions will be appreciated as part of a wider mission focused on sustainable growth and positive impact within the legal sector.

What's next:

If you’re ready to make a meaningful difference in people operations within the legal sector while enjoying flexibility and professional growth opportunities, this is your moment!

Apply today by clicking on the link provided, take the next step towards joining an inclusive team where your talents will be valued.

Do note that we will only be in touch if your application is shortlisted.
Robert Walters (Singapore) Pte Ltd
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