HR Generalist

PURPOSE OF THE JOB Execute core HR functions, ensuring smooth employee lifecycle management from onboarding to exit. Handle day-to-day HR operations, including onboarding formalities, attendance tracking, leave management, performance monitoring, employee relations, and exit formalities. Ensure effective implementation of HR policies and procedures to maintain compliance and foster a positive workplace culture. Utilize the HRIS for efficient tracking, reporting, and management of employee data and HR processes. Maintain and update the entire employee database, ensuring accuracy and timely updates of employee records, personal details, and employment history. Provide accurate payroll inputs, including salary changes, deductions, attendance records, leave data, and other payroll-related details to the finance/payroll team. Oversee the processing of incentives, increments, and rewards & recognition programs. Coordinate with the HR Manager to support employee engagement initiatives and training & development programs. Prepare and maintain HR-related MIS reports for management review. INDUSTRY KNOWLEDGE Strong understanding of labor laws, statutory compliance, and best HR practices. Hands-on experience in HR technology tools, HRIS platforms, and data management. Ability to implement and monitor HR policies, conduct audits, and ensure workplace compliance. Familiarity with incentive processing, rewards & recognition programs, and employee engagement strategies. FUNCTIONAL COMPETENCIES HR Operations Policy Implementation Employee Relations & Engagement Talent Management Performance Appraisal Compliance & HR Documentation HR Technology & HRIS Management ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES Onboarding Conduct and manage all joining formalities, including documentation verification, background checks, and benefits enrollment. Ensure smooth coordination with internal teams for workstation setup, IT access, and necessary resources for new hires. Conduct HR inductions and orientation sessions to familiarize new employees with company policies, culture, and expectations. Maintain a structured onboarding process and track completion to ensure compliance and efficiency.   Employee Relations & Engagement Act as a primary point of contact for employee queries, ensuring prompt resolution. Assist in organizing and implementing employee engagement initiatives, including R&R programs, incentives, and cultural activities. Address and resolve employee grievances in a fair and transparent manner.   Performance Management & Talent Development Assist in coordinating the performance appraisal process, ensuring timely feedback collection and documentation. Support managers in implementing performance improvement plans (PIP) for employees as required. Gather and compile training needs assessments and competency mapping data. Coordinate and track participation in training and development programs.   HR Policy Implementation & Compliance Ensure consistent application and adherence to HR policies, labor laws, and statutory requirements. Maintain and regularly update HR policies, employee handbooks, and compliance documentation.   Time & Attendance Management and Payroll Inputs Monitor and manage employee attendance, leaves, late arrivals, and overtime records through HRMS or other tracking systems. Ensure compliance with leave policies and escalate discrepancies when necessary. Provide accurate payroll inputs, including attendance data, leave records, loss of pay (LOP) calculations, expenses related to travel (according to the Travel policy) and incentive details to the finance/payroll team. Process increments, incentives, and rewards & recognition payouts as per company policy.   HR Compliance Adherence Ensure compliance with labor laws, statutory regulations, and company policies. Conduct periodic HR audits to verify adherence to legal and policy requirements. Maintain statutory registers and assist in labor law documentation and compliance-related activities. Support responses to legal notices, employee grievances, and labor-related disputes.   HR Documentation & HRMS Utilization Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR documentation. Fully utilize HRMS for tracking employee data, generating reports, and managing HR operations.   Exit Management Manage the exit process, including conducting exit interviews, processing full & final settlements, and ensuring clearance formalities are completed. Document and analyze exit trends to identify potential areas for retention improvement.   MIS Reporting Prepare and maintain HR-related MIS reports with headcount and attrition.