Freelance HR & Work Pass Consultant (Singapore)

Engagement Type: Independent Contractor / Freelancer Location: Singapore – Remote / Hybrid Commitment: Part-time, a few hours per month / as required Freelance Retainer: S$500–S$1,000 per month , depending on experience and workload About the Role We are looking for an experienced Freelance HR & Work Pass Consultant to provide part-time support for our Singapore operations. This is a light-retainer engagement , suitable for an experienced HR or work pass professional who can assist us on an ad-hoc basis. The primary focus will be occasional Employment Pass (EP), S Pass and Dependant’s Pass (DP) matters , COMPASS/SAT assessments and Singapore HR compliance advice. This is not a full-time position and is expected to require only a few hours of support per month under normal circumstances. Key Responsibilities Work Pass & MOM Support • Manage occasional EP, S Pass and DP applications, renewals, issuance and cancellations. • Conduct preliminary eligibility checks before work pass applications are submitted. • Assess EP candidates against the prevailing COMPASS framework . • Use MOM's Self-Assessment Tool (SAT) to assess candidate eligibility where applicable. • Advise on applicable Fair Consideration Framework (FCF) and MyCareersFuture advertising requirements. • Review supporting documents before MOM submission. • Coordinate qualification/document verification where required. • Assist with In-Principle Approval (IPA) , pass issuance and related post-approval requirements. • Assist with MOM requests for additional information or supporting documentation. • Monitor upcoming work pass expiry and renewal dates. • Provide practical advice on changes to MOM work pass requirements. Singapore HR Compliance Support • Provide ad-hoc advice on Singapore employment practices and requirements. • Advise on matters relating to the Employment Act and applicable Tripartite Guidelines . • Review employment-related documents when required. • Provide guidance on onboarding and offboarding of local and foreign employees. • Assist with basic HR compliance queries as they arise. • Perform authorised administrative actions through the company's Corppass/MOM eServices , where access is provided and required. Minimum Requirements • Diploma or Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management or a related discipline. • Minimum 3 years of relevant Singapore HR, work pass or global mobility experience . • Hands-on experience managing EP and S Pass applications is essential. • Good practical knowledge of COMPASS, SAT, FCF and MyCareersFuture requirements . • Familiarity with MOM eServices and Corppass . • Good understanding of Singapore employment practices and HR compliance. • Strong attention to detail, particularly when checking work pass eligibility and supporting documents. • Able to work independently with minimal supervision. • Responsive and available to assist when an application or HR matter arises. Preferred Qualifications • IHRP-CP or IHRP-SP certification is preferred but not mandatory . • CEI qualification is an advantage where relevant. • Previous experience supporting IT, consulting or professional-services companies would be an advantage. Expected Working Arrangement This position is intended as a small monthly freelance retainer rather than a full-time HR role . The consultant will generally be engaged when there is: • A new EP/S Pass/DP application or renewal; • A COMPASS/SAT eligibility assessment required; • A work pass cancellation or employee movement; • An MOM query or request for information; • A MyCareersFuture/FCF compliance question; or • An ad-hoc Singapore employment or HR compliance matter. The normal workload is expected to be a few hours per month . Any substantial project, unusually high volume of applications or work outside the normal retainer scope may be separately discussed and agreed.