Human Resource Specialist at Vivant · Cebu City

We’re growing — fast. And we need the right people to grow with us.

At Vivant, HR isn’t paperwork. It’s not policies sitting in a folder. It’s the engine behind culture, performance, and growth.

We’re hiring a Human Resource Specialist who’s ready to make a real impact — not just maintain the status quo. This is not a recruitment role. If your background is primarily in Talent Acquisition or Training, this isn't the right fit. This role is 100% post-hire: labor relations, BIR processing, compliance, payroll, engagement.

📍 Work Setup: Hybrid Office Locations: Cebu IT Park and Clark Freezone Port, Pampanga Luzon based hire = Temporary remote to Hybrid at Clark OfficeVisayas based hire = Onsite at our Cebu office for 3 months to HybridMindanao based hire = Onsite at our Cebu office for 3 months to Hybrid 🕒 Schedule: US Central Time (Evening shift in PH time) 📦 Relocation package is available

🔥 What’s in it for you? Here’s what you get when you join us:

Competitive Salary: PHP 30,000 – PHP 60,000 per month (based on experience and qualifications) 13th Month Pay — because your hard work deserves more 15 Days SIL after 6 months— time to recharge matters Statutory + Allowances — we’ve got the essentials handled HMO Coverage after 6 months (Maxicare) — your health, covered Weekends Off (Fixed!) — real work-life balance Growth Opportunities in a U.S.-based organization Supportive Team Culture — positive, respectful, and driven Performance Bonuses + real potential for long-term leadership roles

⚡ Your Day as a Human Resource Business Partner at Vivant

No two days are the same — but every day, you make an impact.

- Support the HRBP in HR operations and day-to-day administrative tasks for our global employees.
- Oversee daily HR operations and ensure compliance with global labor laws, particularly Philippine and U.S. regulations, and company policies.
- Manage employee records, contracts, and government-mandated benefits (SSS, PhilHealth, Pag-IBIG, etc.).
- Assist in timekeeping, payroll coordination, and attendance tracking.
- Support recruitment, onboarding, and training programs.
- Assist with performance evaluations, employee feedback, and PIP tracking.
- You will support performance evaluations, employee feedback, and PIP tracking
- Organize employee engagement activities and support company culture initiatives.
- Assist the HRBP with contracts, workforce strategy and policy alignment.
- Assist HRBP with labor compliance and processes for independent contractors.
- Process with HRBP on BIR transactions and other relevant tax-related requirements.
- Any Ad Hoc tasks assigned by management

🎯 What We’re Looking For --

Non-Negotiable Requirements

- Minimum of **4 years of progressive Human Resources experience** covering core HR functions such as Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Compliance, Payroll, Compensation & Benefits, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Policy Development, and HR Operations.
    - **Recruitment/Talent Acquisition and Training focus profiles will not qualify.**
- Minimum of **4 years of experience** in:
    - HR Policy Development
    - Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) Creation
    - Knowledge Base Documentation
    - Process Improvement and Optimization
- Minimum of **2 years hands-on experience** managing:
    - Payroll Administration
    - Timekeeping and Attendance Management
- Minimum of **1–2 years of recent experience supporting or partnering with U.S.-based clients, stakeholders, or organizations.**
- Proven experience in:
    - Performance Management Systems
    - Compensation Structures and Employee Performance Reviews
- Strong working knowledge and practical application of:
    - Philippine Labor Laws
    - Statutory Compliance Requirements
    - Employee Relations and Labor Relations
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Tech-savvy and highly adaptable, with proficiency in:
    - Google Workspace
    - Microsoft Teams
    - Canva
    - Other modern workplace productivity tools
- Comfortable leveraging AI tools to improve productivity, workflows, documentation, and operational efficiency.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Experience handling:
    - BIR transactions and government compliance processes
    - Tax-related documentation and statutory filings
- Experience supporting organizational growth, scaling HR processes, or building HR frameworks from the ground up.

You'll Thrive in This Role If You Are:

- Proactive, resourceful, and solutions-oriented.
- Detail-oriented with exceptional organizational skills.
- Professional, dependable, and committed to maintaining high standards of integrity and confidentiality.
- Self-motivated and capable of working independently with minimal supervision.
- Confident partnering with leadership teams and influencing business decisions through sound HR practices.
- Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast-paced, evolving environment.

Mission: Vivant is on a mission to eliminate the frustrations for SMBs by keeping your internet, phones, network, and WiFi running without disruption so your business stays connected at all times. We eliminate costly outages so the businesses can focus on what truly matters, driving growth and success.

Core Values At Vivant, we don’t just hire for open roles—we hire for impact. If you’re exceptional at what you do and align with our core values: Trustworthy, Product Knowledge, Process Knowledge, and Autonomy, we want to know you!