Head of HR, Singapore

Who are we

Founded in 1896, Knight Frank was registered as Knight Frank LLP a Limited Liability Partnership, on 3 November 2003, registered in England & Wales at 55 Baker Street, London, W1U 8AN with the registered number of OC305934. Headquartered in London, UK, Knight Frank is one of the world's leading independent real estate consultancies. We work responsibly in partnership to enhance people's lives and environments in over 50 Markets, 600+ Offices, 20,000+ People, 1 Global Network.

At the heart of all we do are our Clients. A relationship built on trust is vital. As trusted partners in property, we act with integrity and care, understanding our clients’ unique needs and consistently thinking about the bigger picture to provide personalised, clear and considered advice across all areas of property. Through our deep understanding of key markets and sectors – both emerging and established – we are dedicated to meeting and exceeding their property goals.

A true partnership is a balanced one, and our People are passionate about, and committed to, making our business inclusive and diverse. We give every individual the space and opportunity to perform at their best and be recognised for the immense value they bring. We empower everyone to have autonomy in their role and encourage them to use their voice in how we can make a positive impact as a firm and shape the future of real estate, the built environment and the impact on the communities we serve. Our collaborative and engaged teams provide excellent and dedicated client service. In our workplace, opinions are respected, everyone is invited to contribute to the success of our business and innovation, and new ideas are celebrated.

In 2021 we celebrated our 125th anniversary and set out Our Desired Future, cemented in three pillars: People Potential, Client Centricity and always Creating our Future, together. Learn more about what sets us apart here.

About The Role

Knight Frank Singapore is seeking a high-calibre Head of HR to lead our HR and support teams, shaping our HR Strategy that aligns our people management and organizational goals. The incumbent will recommend, develop and implement a broad range of people-related initiatives, systems and processes to attract, develop and retain top talent to meet the strategic needs of the business, driving high performance and enhancing employee experiences.

• Provide senior management with HR counsel to identify HR priorities and opportunities, developing and executing HR policies, activities and programs that support organization’s priorities
• Revamp and integrate full spectrum of HR functions for all entities in Singapore
• Lead, guide and manage HR teams to deliver HR programs and initiatives effectively and efficiently, simplifying and automating HR and Support processes accordingly
• Lead HR transformation projects, including and not limited to, HRIS upgrade & implementation, performance management process review, compensation benchmarking exercise and organizational design review
• Lead and implement effective learning and development framework and programs for operational excellence, corporate & regulatory compliance and continuous learning & knowledge sharing throughout the organization
• Provide direction and management of recruitment strategy, identify talent management strategies and implement plans for developing the organization’s (internal and external) talent pipeline
• Benchmark and implement effective compensation and benefits programs to ensure our remuneration packages are competitive with market practices
• Develop and manage effective employee relationship programs to build a more engaged and people-oriented working environment
• Oversee the development and implementation of HR programs including and not limited to performance and talent management, succession planning, recognition, and disciplinary matters
• Build and maintain strong and effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including employees, management, vendors, and community groups
• Ensure compliance with all applicable HR laws and regulations, developing policies and procedures to address associated risks
• Lead support team in office management and corporate support activities.

• Relevant experience (10-15years), including experience in leading HR teams and driving HR initiatives
• Talent management specialist experience would be a plus
• Experience in real estate and/or related industries preferred
• Ability to operate at both strategic and execution levels
• Strong stakeholder engagement and team leadership skills
• Excellent communication and influencing skills
• Self-driven and enjoys working in lean, evolving environments with high ownership and agency

• Opportunity to modernize HR function within a leading real estate organization
• Ownership of broad spectrum HR programs, driving adoption of best in class practices
• Leadership of high performing HR and support teams

We regret that only shortlisted candidates will be notified.

Competitive salary

Please note: this is a Direct Search led by Knight Frank. Applications from recruitment agencies will not be accepted nor will fees be paid for unsolicited CVs, even if provided by PSL agencies.