Human Resources Manager

About the Role

We are looking for a highly experienced and strategic HR Manager to lead the Human Resources function while playing a key role in Learning & Development (L&D), Organizational Development (OD), and executive-level initiatives.

This is a strategic and executive-facing HR leadership role, ideal for an HR professional who can oversee existing HR operations while working closely with senior management on organizational growth, people development, and organizational transformation.

The successful candidate will be expected to work closely with executives and senior leadership and demonstrate the capability to operate at a high strategic level, with the potential to be developed into a future VP-level HR leader.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership & Oversight

• Provide overall leadership and oversight of HR functions across the organization.Act as the final decision-maker on key HR matters, policies, processes, and employee-related concerns.
• Review, audit, and continuously improve HR processes and practices.
• Conduct and participate in final-level interviews and provide recommendations to senior management.
• Review and approve employment contracts and other key HR documents.
• Oversee HR staff and ensure effective delivery of employee services, employee relations, engagement, and recruitment functions.
• Partner with senior management on strategic people and organizational initiatives.

Learning & Development

• Work closely with the L&D Officer and training team in developing and implementing employee development programs.
• Review, oversee, and provide final approval for training programs and initiatives.
• Ensure L&D programs are aligned with organizational and business objectives.
• Support leadership development, customer service training, career development, and continuous employee development initiatives.
• Evaluate the effectiveness of training programs and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Help build organizational capability through strategic people development initiatives.

Organizational Development

• Lead and implement Organizational Development (OD) initiatives aligned with business growth and organizational objectives.
• Develop and update organizational structures, organizational charts, and manpower plans.
• Lead organizational restructuring and organizational change initiatives.
• Assess future manpower requirements in support of business expansion.
• Partner with executives and senior leadership on organizational design and workforce planning.
• Identify opportunities to improve organizational effectiveness, structure, and people capability.
• Lead OD initiatives directly with senior executives and the Vice President.

Stakeholder Management & Executive Communication

• Serve as a key HR partner to senior management and executives.
• Communicate confidently and effectively with stakeholders across different levels of the organization.
• Present HR, L&D, and OD recommendations to senior leadership.
• Manage sensitive and high-level HR discussions with professionalism and sound judgment.
• Translate business objectives into effective people and organizational strategies.
• Demonstrate strong executive presence and the ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Psychology, Behavioral Science, Business Administration, or any related field.
• Master's Degree in HR Management, Organizational Development, Business Administration, or a related field is an advantage.
• Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a managerial or leadership role.Strong background in strategic Human Resources management and leadership.
• Solid experience in both Learning & Development (L&D) and Organizational Development (OD).
• Proven experience developing and implementing L&D programs and employee development initiatives.
• Proven experience in organizational development, organizational design, restructuring, manpower planning, and change management.
• Strong experience working with senior executives and managing multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent executive communication, presentation, influencing, and decision-making skills.
• Experience overseeing HR teams and multiple HR functions.
• Strong knowledge of Philippine labor laws and HR compliance.
• Experience in managing HR operations, employee relations, recruitment, and HR processes through an oversight and leadership capacity.
• Experience in a multi-branch, retail, pharmacy, FMCG, healthcare, or similarly expanding organization is an advantage.
• Proficient in HRIS and Microsoft Office applications.
• Willing to travel to branch locations across Northern Luzon as needed.

What We're Looking For

We are looking for a well-rounded and strategic HR leader with a strong balance of HR, L&D, and OD expertise.

The ideal candidate is:

• Strategic and business-orientedExecutive-level in communication and presenceStrong in stakeholder management
• Experienced in both L&D and Organizational Development
• Confident in making high-level HR decisions
• Experienced in organizational transformation and workforce planning
• Able to work independently with senior executives
• A strong people leader and team manager
• Analytical, proactive, and solutions-focused
• Capable of operating beyond day-to-day HR administration
• Passionate about developing people and building organizational capability
• Someone with the potential to grow into a future VP-level HR leadership role

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary of up to ₱120,000 per month (Gross)
• 13th Month Pay
• Career growth opportunities
• Opportunity to work closely with executive leadership
• Opportunity to contribute to major organizational development and expansion initiatives
• Dynamic and collaborative work environment