An HR (Human Resources) job involves managing an organizations workforce encompassing recruitment hiring onboarding payroll benefits employee relations training performance management policy development and ensuring legal compliance to foster a productive culture and support business goals. Key duties include attracting talent resolving workplace issues administering compensation and developing staff acting as a bridge between employees and management.
Core Responsibilities
Recruitment & Hiring: Sourcing screening interviewing hiring and onboarding new employees.
Compensation & Benefits: Managing payroll benefits (health pension) and performance incentives.
Employee Relations: Handling conflicts counseling fostering engagement and promoting a positive environment.
Policy & Compliance: Developing HR policies enforcing labor laws and ensuring legal adherence.
Training & Development: Identifying skill gaps organizing training and supporting career growth.
Performance Management: Overseeing appraisals promotions and disciplinary actions.
Key Skills Needed
Strong communication (written & oral)
Interpersonal & negotiation skills
Problem-solving & decision-making
Attention to detail & administrative skills
Knowledge of employment law
Types of HR Roles
HR Generalist: Handles a broad range of duties common in smaller companies.
HR Specialist: Focuses on specific areas like recruitment (headhunting) benefits or employee relations.
HR Executive/Officer: Manages daily operations bridging employees and management.
HR Manager/Director: Focuses more on strategy policy and overall HR functions.