HR Operations Specialist - Workday Proficient - SME / TL -Hyderabad

Role & responsibilities: Manage the entire employee life cycle (Hire to Retire) efficiently. Demonstrate proficiency in HR processes and standard operating procedures. Handle appointment letters and documentation for India. Manage and coordinate queries on the ticket management tool (Freshservice). Liaise with employees, managers, and other HR colleagues to resolve HR-related queries. Provide first-level support to employees on HR-related queries, such as benefits. Administer HR processes, including onboarding, employee data management, and benefits enrollment. Ensure accurate and timely completion of HR-related tasks, such as preparing and maintaining personnel files and processing employee changes. Develop and manage change management and communication strategies, including email templates and how-to guides. Oversee the HR helOutline the day-to-day responsibilities for this role. Preferred candidate profile: Preferred Qualifications: Graduate/MBA with a minimum of 5+ years of relevant experience in HR operations. Extensive experience in HR shared services functions and managing HR OPS for India. Proficiency in Workday and basic understanding of Google Suite applications, including Smartsheet. Excellent IT skills, particularly in MS Word, PowerPoint, and Excel. Strong written and verbal communication skills in English. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. Strong administrative skills with the ability to manage a complex and varied workload. Desired Attributes: Smart and self-reliant, capable of representing the HR function independently. Flexible and adaptable to work in different shifts as required. Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail. Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.