HR Specialist
Overview of the role:
This job role’s responsibilities include supporting the development and implementation of HR policies and procedures.
Responsibilities of this role:
- Prepare and review compensation and benefits packages
- Administer health and life insurance programs
- Implement training and development plans
- Plan quarterly and annual performance reviews
- Inform employees about additional benefits they’re eligible for
- Update employee records with new hire information and/or changes in employment status
- Maintain organisational charts and detailed job descriptions along with salary records
- Forecast hiring needs and ensure the recruitment process runs smoothly
- Develop and implement HR policies throughout the organisation
- Monitor budgets by department
- Process employees’ queries and respond in a timely manner
- Stay up-to-date and comply with changes in labour legislation.
Required skills and qualifications:
- Degree in psychology, human resources or related
- At least 1 to 2 years of experience in a similar role
- Strong understanding of HR functions and best practices
- Good knowledge of labour legislation, payroll process and organisational development
- Familiarity with the recruitment process
- Knowledge of applicant tracking systems and human resources information systems
- Proficient in MS Office and Google apps
- Ability to handle sensitive situations and maintain a high degree of confidentiality
- Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
- Detail oriented with strong organisational and time management skills
- Excellent problem-solving skills
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.