HR OFFICER

Position Overview

The ideal HR officer should have strong experience with overall human resource management. Since we expect the HR Officer to help our current HR team we expect them to have excellent communication skills.

The goal is to improve HR operations such as the recruitment process advising management and performance management. This role ensures accurate and timely payroll processing supports HR operations and contributes to building an inclusive compliant and high-performing workplace.

Key Responsibilities

Payroll & Compensation

• Administer end-to-end payroll processing ensuring accuracy timeliness and compliance with statutory requirements.
  
• Maintain payroll records reconcile discrepancies and prepare monthly reports for management.
  
• Support salary reviews pay equity checks and union-related payroll negotiations.
  
• Prepare HR and payroll reports for management auditors and regulatory bodies.
  

HR Operations

Provide a full spectrum of HR consultative support to the OMLs HR service client

Responsible for recommending policies and programs in areas of human resources such as benefits compensation employee relations recruiting and information systems

Manage client activities including on-site visits to create and develop strong business relationships retain clients ensure quality service and enhance revenues.

Assist with the development and implementation of the HR strategic plan

Facilitate the schedule performance review process providing guidance tools and training for managers and employees

Organise and coordinate recruitment onboarding and offboarding processes

Work with management on engagement and retention strategies

Provide employee relations support for employees and managers including resolving issues and investigating complaints brought forward by employees

Maintain current working knowledge of compliance and regulatory concerns industry trends and best HR practices

Manage employee records contracts and HRIS data with accuracy and confidentiality.

Support recruitment onboarding and exit processes.

Coordinate leave management benefits administration and employee welfare initiatives.

Serve as a first point of contact for HR queries guiding policies and procedures.

Support employee engagement initiatives and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

Escalate complex employee relations issues to senior HR leadership as required.

Ensure HR policies and payroll practices comply with labour laws tax regulations and organisational standards.

Assist in HR audits and contribute to continuous process improvement.

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelors degree in Human Resources Business Administration or related field.

35 years experience in HR generalist roles with at least 2 years in payroll administration.

Strong knowledge of labour laws payroll systems and HRIS platforms.

Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and HR/payroll software.

Excellent organisational analytical and communication skills.

Core Competencies

Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy in payroll and HR records.

Confidentiality: Handles sensitive employee data with discretion

Problem-Solving: Anticipates and resolves HR/payroll issues proactively.

Stakeholder Engagement: Builds trust with employees unions and management.

Adaptability: Thrives in fast-paced multi-sector environments.