Summary The Assistant HR Manager (Recruitment) is responsible for overseeing the full spectrum of recruitment and talent acquisition activities, including internships, grants administration, and workforce planning. This role ensures timely hiring to meet business needs, supports work pass administration, and managing employee engagement & relations, HR policy development, and bursary management. The incumbent will also supervise and develop HR team members to ensure efficient and compliant HR operations. Responsibilities Talent Acquisition Lead and manage regional end-to-end recruitment processes, including manpower planning, job postings, sourcing, screening, interviewing, selection, and onboarding coordination. Partner with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and provide recruitment strategies aligned with business objectives. Develop and maintain talent pipelines through job portals, career fairs, educational institutions, and professional networks. Monitor recruitment metrics and continuously improve hiring efficiency, quality, and candidate experience. Internship Programmes Oversee internship programmes, including coordination with educational institutions, internship recruitment, onboarding, and programme tracking. Manage internship grants and ensure compliance with government grant requirements and submission processes. Grants Administration Manage and administer government-related grants and funding schemes relevant to recruitment, training, and workforce development. Ensure compliance with grant requirements, proper documentation, timely submissions, and audit readiness. Liaise with relevant government agencies and internal stakeholders to maximise funding opportunities. Track grant utilisation and prepare reports for management review. Performance Management Support and coordinate the organisation’s performance management cycle, including goal setting, mid-year reviews, and annual appraisals. Guide managers on performance evaluation standards and