Assistant Manager Human Resources

We're Hiring | Assistant HR Manager

Location: Colombo 15, Sri Lanka

Empower People. Build Culture. Drive Business Success.

At Soul Coffee Company (Pvt) Ltd , we believe our people are the foundation of everything we achieve. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a passionate and experienced Assistant HR Manager to support and strengthen our Human Resources and Administration functions.

This role is ideal for an HR professional who thrives in a dynamic environment, enjoys working closely with people and business leaders, and is committed to creating a high performing workplace through effective talent management, employee engagement, compliance, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage the end to end recruitment process, onboarding, workforce planning, and talent acquisition.
• Partner with department heads to support manpower planning, succession planning, and organizational development.
• Drive employee engagement, performance management, and employee relations initiatives to build a high-performing workplace.
• Develop and implement HR policies, ensure compliance with Sri Lankan labour laws, and maintain accurate HR records and documentation.
• Coordinate payroll inputs, leave administration, employee benefits, attendance, and HR operations.
• Identify training needs and coordinate learning and development programs to support employee growth.
• Oversee administration functions including company vehicles, transport, facilities, vendors, security, office supplies, IT assets, and statutory licences.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and maintain effective relationships with external authorities and service providers.
• Prepare HR reports and workforce analytics to support management decision-making.
• Promote a culture of professionalism, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional HR qualification (CIPM, CQHRM, PQHRM, SHRM, or equivalent) will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 7 years of HR & Administration experience, including at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.
• Strong knowledge of Sri Lankan Labour Laws, payroll administration, statutory compliance, recruitment, performance management, and employee relations.
• Experience managing administration, facilities, company assets, and vendor coordination.
• Excellent leadership, communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and HRIS/ERP systems will be an added advantage.

Why Join Soul Coffee?

Be part of a growing specialty coffee company where you'll have the opportunity to build people, strengthen culture, and contribute to business success in a collaborative and rewarding environment.

Apply Now; Email your updated CV to: [email protected]

Subject: Application – Assistant HR Manager