Human Resources Specialist

Position Overview

The HR Specialist will play a key role in supporting the organization’s human resources operations, ensuring efficient HR processes, compliance with regulations, and delivery of high-quality employee services. This role involves recruitment support, employee relations, onboarding, HR data management, and assisting in the implementation of HR policies and initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Staffing

• Support full-cycle recruitment including job posting, screening candidates, scheduling interviews, and conducting reference checks.
• Coordinate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and build candidate pipelines.
• Assist with employer branding initiatives.

2. Onboarding & Offboarding

• Conduct new-hire orientations and ensure completion of all required documentation.
• Coordinate onboarding schedules and ensure smooth integration of new employees.
• Process offboarding tasks including exit interviews and clearance procedures.

3. HR Operations & Compliance

• Maintain and update employee records in HRIS.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare HR reports such as turnover, attendance, and headcount.
• Support audits and documentation for HR compliance.

4. Employee Relations & Payroll

• Serve as a point of contact for employee inquiries regarding HR policies, benefits, and procedures.
• Assist in resolving workplace issues with professionalism and confidentiality.
• Support employee engagement activities, events, and communication.

5. Compensation & Benefits Support

• Assist with payroll preparation and verification.
• Support benefits enrollment and coordinate with vendors.
• Address employee questions about compensation and benefits.

6. Training & Development

• Coordinate training sessions, track participation, and maintain training records.
• Assist in identifying skill gaps and recommending learning programs.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.
• 2–5 years of experience in HR operations or generalist roles (varies based on level).
• Professional certification (PHR, SHRM-CP, CHRP) is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong understanding of HR policies, labor laws, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proficiency with HRIS systems and MS Office Suite.
• Ability to handle confidential information with integrity.