Senior HR Generalist (Payroll)

WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients, and communities.

Working at WPP means being part of a global network of more than 100,000 talented people dedicated to doing extraordinary work for our clients. We operate in over 100 countries, with corporate headquarters in New York, London and Singapore.

WPP is a world leader in marketing services, with deep AI, data and technology capabilities, global presence and unrivalled creative talent. Our clients include many of the biggest companies and advertisers in the world, including approximately 300 of the Fortune Global 500.

Our people are the key to our success. We're committed to fostering a culture of creativity, belonging and continuous learning, attracting and developing the brightest talent, and providing exciting career opportunities that help our people grow. 

Why we're hiring:

This position will be responsible for performing general HR and Office Admin related duties in the following functional areas: payroll administration, total rewards, HR compliance, office administrative, and support the Global People Solutions Team executing the overall mission and vision.

The goal is to ensure the HR department’s operations running smoothly and effectively to deliver maximum value to the organization as a whole. Supporting the development and implementation of HR initiatives and systems. 

What you'll be doing:

• Execute HR processes for entire Employee Life Cycle including user profile creation, access termination, preparation of acceptance of resignation letter, bond penalty letter, confirmation letter etc.
• Acting as payroll preparer and update new joiner/ leavers record to payroll vendor to process payroll.
• Actively involved in maintaining personnel record.
• Coordinates and execute C&B processes such as insurance enrollment, process employee's claim, prepare EA form etc.
• Ensure employee experience during onboarding processes from HR induction to user access set up in the system.
• Update and maintain local HR policy and SOP/ Handbook.
• In charge of end to end payroll processes and payroll vendor management
• Prepare letter to employee where necessary.
• Participate in employee engagement event management process
• Support SOX and other audits where HR information is required.
• Ensure compliance to all policy and SOP where applicable.
• Attend to enquiries relevant to HR process and SOP
• Liaise with travel agency on hotel and flight booking for newly hired Expatriate/ Internal Employee.
• Prepare relevant monthly HR report.
• In charge of end to end office administrative matters.
• Provide guidance to new interns in HR team
• Participate in briefing where necessary to relevant parties with regards to the process/ policy owned.
• To highlight areas in need of process improvement, propose solutions to challenges faced.
• To review job done by Junior Analyst and correct where necessary.
• Reinforce company policies, rules, and procedures to ensure compliance
• Plan onboarding strategies and perform new employees orientation to deliver an exceptional onboarding experience
• Conduct and analyze exit interviews and suggest actionable recommendations based on data.
• Any other ad hoc task assigned.

What you'll need:

• Hands-on experience in end-to-end payroll processing is advantageous.
• Proficient in Advanced Excel.
• Advanced knowledge of the Employment Act is beneficial.
• Execute HR processes for entire Employee Life Cycle including user profile creation, access termination, preparation of acceptance of resignation letter, bond penalty letter, confirmation letter etc.
• Acting as payroll preparer and update new joiner/ leavers record to payroll vendor to process payroll.
• Actively involved in maintaining personnel record.
• Possess technical knowledge about HR-related issues and how legal issues apply to organization and employees.
• Understanding of general human resources policies and procedures
• Desire to work as a team with a results driven approach 

Who you are:

You're open: We are inclusive and collaborative; we encourage the free exchange of ideas; we respect and celebrate diverse views. We are open-minded: to new ideas, new partnerships, new ways of working.

You're optimistic: We believe in the power of creativity, technology and talent to create brighter futures or our people, our clients and our communities. We approach all that we do with conviction: to try the new and to seek the unexpected.

You're extraordinary: we are stronger together: through collaboration we achieve the amazing. We are creative leaders and pioneers of our industry; we provide extraordinary every day.

What we'll give you:

Passionate, inspired people – We aim to create a culture in which people can do extraordinary work.

Scale and opportunity – We offer the opportunity to create, influence and complete projects at a scale that is unparalleled in the industry.

Challenging and stimulating work – Unique work and the opportunity to join a group of creative problem solvers. Are you up for the challenge?

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We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.

WPP is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.

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