HR Assistant

Overview of the role:

Responsible for administrative work and human resources tasks including assisting with recruitment, record maintenance and clerical support to employees.

Responsibilities of this role:

• Support all internal and external HR related inquiries or requests
• Maintain digital and electronic records of employees
• Serve as point of contact with benefit vendors and administrators
• Assist with the recruitment process by identifying candidates, performing reference checks and issuing employment contracts
• Maintain calendars of HR management team
• Oversee the completion of compensation and benefit documentation
• Assist with performance management procedures
• Schedule meetings, interviews, HR events and maintain agendas
• Coordinate training sessions and seminars
• Perform orientations and update records of new staff
• Produce and submit reports on general HR activity
• Process payroll and resolve any payroll errors
• Complete termination paperwork and exit interviews
• Keep up-to-date with the latest HR trends and best practice.

Required skills and qualifications:

• Degree in psychology, human resources, or related
• At least 1 to 2 years of experience in a similar role
• Understanding of HR functions and best practices
• Proficient in MS Office and Google apps
• Ability to adapt to new tools and software
• Detail oriented with good organisational and time management skills
• Ability to handle sensitive situations and maintain a high degree of confidentiality
• Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
• Ability to accurately follow instructions
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.