Senior Specialist, HR Operations

Join DayOne – Shaping the Future of Data Infrastructure

DayOne is a global leader in the development and operation of high-performance data centers. As one of the fastest-growing companies in the industry, we’ve built a robust presence across Asia and Europe — and we’re just getting started.

As we expand into new international markets, we’re looking for talented, driven individuals to join us on this exciting journey. This is more than a job — it’s an opportunity to be a key contributor to our dynamic team and help shape the future of global data infrastructure.

If you're passionate about innovation, technology, and growth, we invite you to be part of DayOne’s next chapter.

Key Responsibilities:

Employee Lifecycle & Onboarding

• Manage end-to-end employee lifecycle processes including pre-onboarding, onboarding, probation, confirmation, transfers, and promotions

• Prepare employment contracts, coordinate document collection, background checks, and employment pass / visa applications

• Manage onboarding logistics including orientation, relocation, and travel coordination

• Act as liaison between new hires, recruiters, and hiring managers to ensure smooth onboarding readiness

Payroll, Benefits & Compliance

• Execute end-to-end payroll processes, including vendor management, payroll validation, and reporting

• Ensure timely statutory submissions (e.g. tax, social security) and compliance with local labour laws

• Support benefits administration including enrolment, claims, and employee queries

• Prepare statutory reports and maintain audit-ready documentation

HRIS, Data & Reporting

• Maintain accurate employee data in Workday and SAP, ensuring data integrity and compliance

• Generate reports for statutory, operational, and analytical purposes

• Support system enhancements, new modules, and global onboarding workflows

Stakeholder & Operations Excellence

• Coordinate with stakeholders across a complex, global matrix organisation

• Manage external vendors (payroll, background checks, immigration) and ensure service delivery standards

• Advise managers and employees on cross-border employment matters

• Drive continuous improvement, automation, and efficiency in HR operations

Key Competencies including:

• HR Expertise: Strong knowledge of HR practices, policies, and local labour laws

• Relationship Management: Builds trust with managers, employees, and HR stakeholders

• Communication: Clear and effective verbal and written communication

• Problem Solving: Able to assess issues and provide practical, timely solutions

• Collaboration: Works effectively across teams in a matrix environment

• Data Analysis: Uses data to support decisions and insights

• Organisational Awareness: Understands business structure, priorities, and culture

Key Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

• Minimum 7-10 years of experience in HR Operations / HR Generalist roles

• Experience managing stakeholders in a large, complex organisation

• Hands-on experience with Workday and SAP

• Experience across HR operations including onboarding, payroll, and lifecycle management

• Strong understanding of payroll and statutory compliance

• Employee-centric, practical, and solutions-oriented

• Self-driven, and takes ownership

Success Indicators:

• Smooth, efficient onboarding and employee lifecycle processes

• Accurate and compliant payroll delivery

• High data integrity and reliable reporting

• Strong stakeholder confidence and continuous operational improvement

DayOne is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you're ready to grow with one of the fastest-moving companies in the data center industry, apply now and be part of our global journey.