Assistant Manager - HR Operations

Role & responsibilities

• Manage the complete employee lifecycle, including onboarding, confirmation, transfers, promotions, and exit formalities.
• Oversee day-to-day HR operations and ensure smooth execution of HR processes and policies.
• Process monthly payroll accurately and on time in coordination with finance or external payroll partners.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements, including PF, ESI, PT, gratuity, leave management, and labor laws.
• Administer and maintain the HRMS, ensuring accurate employee records, system updates, and report generation.
• Manage attendance, leave, and employee data through the HRMS.
• Prepare HR reports and dashboards related to headcount, attrition, payroll, attendance, and other HR metrics.
• Support recruitment activities, including interview coordination, offer management, and onboarding.
• Handle employee queries related to HR policies, payroll, benefits, and HR systems.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives and support performance management processes.
• Maintain HR documentation, personnel files, and confidential employee records.
• Assist in policy formulation, implementation, and continuous process improvement.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure efficient HR service delivery.
• Support HR audits and ensure compliance with internal and external requirements.

Preferred candidate profile

• Strong knowledge of payroll processing and statutory compliance.
• Extensive experience in HR operations and employee lifecycle management.
• Hands-on experience with HRMS platforms and HR automation tools.
• Strong understanding of labor laws and employment regulations.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong stakeholder management and collaboration skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent qualification is preferred.
• Certification in Payroll, HRMS, or HR Analytics is an added advantage.
• Preferred HRMS Exposure
• Experience working with one or more HRMS platforms such as SAP SuccessFactors, Darwinbox, Workday, Zoho People, greytHR, or similar enterprise HR systems.