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.