HR Business Partner

About Plaud Inc.

Plaud Inc., a Delaware-registered company headquartered in San Francisco, is pioneering the interface between humans and artificial intelligence through an integrated hardware-software platform. Praised globally by over two million users since 2023, Plaud’s mission is to enhance human cognition by capturing, organizing, and amplifying insights derived from conversations, helping users think clearer, decide quicker, and act decisively. The company upholds stringent data security and privacy standards, holding certifications including ISO 27001, ISO 27701, SOC 2, GDPR, EN18031, and HIPAA compliances.

Why Join Plaud

• Join a profitable, bootstrapped firm with a rapid growth trajectory achieving $300M annual revenue within three years.
• Be instrumental in defining future paradigms for human-AI collaboration.
• Acquire hands-on experience with cutting-edge AI tools tailored for professionals and contribute to worldwide growth.
• Collaborate with passionate, innovation-driven team members who prioritize customer satisfaction.
• Advance your career within a learning-centric, fast-paced environment promoting rapid professional development.
• Receive competitive pay, benefit from international exposure, and work amidst a vibrant, creative culture.

Role Overview

As an HR Business Partner based in Singapore, you will drive the organizational design of an AI-embedded business. Partnering with leadership across Technology and Operations, you will support expansion, elevate team output, and integrate the company’s core philosophy "Act from First Principles" throughout operational processes.

Key Responsibilities

• Align human resources strategies with organizational objectives of Big Data, Engineering, and Commercial divisions.
• Manage full recruitment lifecycle for mid to senior-level technical roles and ensure effective onboarding in a dynamic startup setting.
• Establish and maintain data-backed performance management systems while nurturing a multicultural, global workforce culture centered on mutual success.
• Utilize AI-powered solutions to streamline HR processes including reporting, candidate screening, and employee support, aiming for a lean operational team.
• Ensure adherence to Singapore labor laws, manage payroll functions, and oversee local employee relations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Between 5 and 8 years’ experience in HR Business Partner roles, preferably in large technology companies or fast-growing AI startups.
• Demonstrated expertise in scaling technical teams within Singapore’s Big Data, Engineering, or AI sectors.
• Skilled in data-informed decision-making for workforce planning, retention strategies, and evaluation metrics.
• In-depth understanding of Singapore’s Employment Act, EP/COMPASS framework, and Ministry of Manpower regulations.
• Ability to diagnose and address organizational challenges by fundamental analysis rather than conventional HR guidelines.
• Fluency in English and Mandarin at a native proficiency level for effective collaboration with global teams.

Benefits and Perks

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan providing meaningful equity participation in company success.
• Thriving, product-focused work environment with a direct impact on AI productivity innovation.
• Access to premier AI platforms such as Cursor, GPT models, Gemini, Claude, and other advanced AI technologies to enhance efficiency.
• Choice of high-grade laptops, advanced workstation setups, and modern Plaud devices for all new employees.
• Engaging team culture supported by annual offsite events and team-building activities valuing craftsmanship, ownership, and agility.
• Comprehensive healthcare and insurance packages, including medical and Work Injury Compensation Act coverage for all full-time staff.