Human Resource Manager

Objectives of this role

• Assist in developing and executing personnel procedures and policies, and provide guidance and interpretation for business operations
• Participate in development of HR objectives and systems, including metrics, queries, and ongoing reports for company requirements
• Assist in administering benefits, compensation, and employee performance programs
• Suggest new procedures and policies for improving employee experience as well as the efficiency of HR department and company
• Ensure compliance with local and national regulations and applicable employment laws, and update policies and procedures when necessary

Responsibilities

• Prepare paperwork and schedules for smooth new-hire onboarding process, coordinating with cross-functional departments to deliver an exceptional first-day experience
• Handle all administrative tasks for onboarding, new-hire orientations, and exit interviews, including data entry in human resources information systems (HRIS) and audits for accuracy and compliance
• Provide a dedicated and effective HR advisory service to employees that covers absence and health issues, conduct and capability, grievances, organizational change, and all other employee-relations matters
• Be the primary backup for payroll processing, including biweekly and semimonthly updates to employee files, bonus/incentive pay, vacation/sick pay, expense reimbursements, hourly-employee validations, and benefits changes
• Assist in the communication, interpretation, and upkeep of employee handbook, employee directory, and organizational chart, and contribute to policy development

Required skills and qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, ethics, and cultural awareness
• Aptitude for problem-solving and thorough knowledge of HR procedures and policies
• Advanced knowledge of HRIS and ability to learn new technical systems, when necessary

Preferred skills and qualifications

• Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in human resources, business, or related field
• Proven success working in an HR department
• Resourceful mindset and strong attention to detail
• Knowledge of PeopleSoft software 
• Knowledge of national laws and regulations related to emplo