Human Resource Generalist

An HR Generalist handles a broad range of human resources responsibilities that support both employees and the organization. The exact scope varies by company size, but it commonly includes:

Recruitment & Onboarding

• Coordinate the recruitment process admin.
• Prepare employment contracts and offer letters.
• Conduct employee onboarding and orientation.
• Ensure new hires complete required documentation.

Employee Relations

• Serve as the first point of contact for HR-related inquiries.
• Address employee concerns and resolve workplace issues.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and activities.
• Facilitate disciplinary and grievance processes in accordance with company policies.

Payroll & Benefits Administration

• Maintain attendance and leave records.
• Coordinate payroll inputs with finance or payroll providers.
• Administer employee benefits such as insurance, medical claims, and leave entitlements.
• Ensure accurate employee records.

Learning & Development

• Identify training needs.
• Organize internal and external training programs.
• Monitor training attendance and evaluate effectiveness.
• Maintain training records.

HR Administration

• Maintain employee personnel files and HR databases.
• Prepare HR reports and documentation.
• Update HR policies and employee handbooks.
• Manage employment confirmations, transfers, resignations, and exit procedures.

Compliance

• Ensure compliance with employment laws and company policies.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information.
• Support audits and statutory reporting.
• Monitor HR practices to align with legal and regulatory requirements.

Compensation & Rewards

• Assist with salary reviews and annual increments.
• Support bonus and incentive administration.
• Conduct basic market salary benchmarking.
• Administer employee recognition programs.

HR Projects

• Participate in HR system implementations.
• Support organizational change initiatives.
• Contribute to process improvement projects.
• Assist with workforce planning and HR analytics.

Typical Skills Required

• Knowledge of employment laws and HR best practices.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Organizational and time management abilities.
• Problem-solving and conflict resolution skills.
• Proficiency in HRIS, Microsoft Office, and data management.
• High level of confidentiality and professionalism.