HR Associate Job Description

The expected duties to be performed by an HR Associate include:
• Organizing and managing the personnel department • Maintaining a database of human resources records • Facilitating the recruitment process • Putting up advertisements for job vacancies • Conducting initial screening interviews • Verifying the background of candidates by contacting references • Handling employment-related enquiries • Conducting orientations for new employees • Managing the payrolls and benefits of employees • Helping employing by explaining benefit programs • Providing constructive and timely performance evaluations • Maintaining discipline amongst employees • Improving manager and employee confidence • Mitigating employee-related issues • Adhering to company norms and legal regulations • Maintaining complete confidentiality of all the information • Working with the department for improving internal policies • Helping in retaining existing employees • Settling the disputes and misunderstanding amongst employees • Maintaining a safe working environment that is free from discrimination and harassment

The desirable qualifications for the position of an HR Associate are:
• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Public Management, or any other business-related field • Prior relevant experience in human resources • Outstanding communication skills • Thorough understanding of laws relating to employee benefits and payroll • Proficiency in MS Office and other related software

An HR Associate should possess the following key skills:
• Ability to manage conflicts • Analytical and problem-solving skills • Leadership and organizational abilities • Ability to maintain employee confidentiality • Ability to handle complex situations with the highest standards of professionalism • Ability to build strong working relationships with employees • Strong interpersonal skills • Ability to work as a team player • High level of adaptability • Ability to analyze and interpret HR-related data • Ability to provide a safe and cooperative work environment • Good listening skills