Job description
Join San Miguel Corporation (SMC), a leading Philippine conglomerate known for its diverse brands and commitment to people development. We are seeking an HR Assistant to support our human resources team in Santa Cruz, Davao del Norte. This role offers a clear path to grow a career in HR administration with exposure to recruitment, records management, onboarding, and employee relations.
As an HR Assistant, you will collaborate with managers and staff to ensure smooth HR processes, maintain accurate employee records, and deliver high quality administrative support. The role requires integrity, confidentiality, and a service-oriented mindset, with opportunities to contribute to people initiatives across the organization.
Key responsibilities include assisting with recruitment and onboarding, maintaining HRIS data, processing leave and attendance, supporting payroll administration, responding to employee inquiries, and generating routine HR reports to support compliance and strategic decision making. You will also help coordinate training, benefits enrollment, and documentation needed for audits.
What we look for
- Strong organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail
- Excellent written and verbal communication in English
- Ability to handle confidential information with discretion
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with HR information systems
- Team player with a proactive, solutions-focused mindset
- Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast-paced environment
Why join us
San Miguel Corporation offers a supportive work culture, competitive compensation, and significant opportunities for career growth within a trusted, global Philippine company. If you are ready to contribute to a dynamic HR team and build a lasting career, apply today.
Responsibility
- Assist with recruitment activities, including job postings, resume screening, interview scheduling, and candidate communications.
- Maintain and organize employee records in the HRIS, ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
- Coordinate onboarding and orientation for new hires and contractors.
- Support payroll preparation, attendance tracking, and leave management.
- Respond to employee inquiries with professionalism and timely follow-up.
- Prepare routine HR reports and metrics to support compliance and management decision-making.
- Assist in benefits administration, policy dissemination, and HR project support as needed.
Qualification
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- 1-2 years of experience in HR administration, recruitment support, or a related role (entry-level considered).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook) and familiarity with HRIS or HR software.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
- Strong organizational abilities, attention to detail, and commitment to confidentiality.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks, meet deadlines, and work well in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of Philippine labor laws and HR compliance is a plus.