Executive / Assistant Manager - HR

Position Overview:

This role supports the end-to-end HR operations of the organization, covering the corporate office and assigned units. The role includes responsibility for recruitment, payroll coordination, statutory compliance, employee engagement, HR documentation, and handling employee relations, with light oversight of administrative support functions.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding

Manage recruitment for junior and mid-level roles across corporate and assigned units.

Coordinate end-to-end hiring cycle: sourcing, shortlisting, interviews, reference checks, and offer issuance.

Ensure timely onboarding and orientation of new employees, including documentation and system entries.

Maintain recruitment trackers and MIS.

2. Payroll Management

Consolidate and validate monthly payroll inputs (attendance, leave, variable pay, deductions, etc.).

Coordinate with the payroll processing team/finance for timely salary disbursements.

Track and update changes in salary structure, increments, or exits.

3. Statutory Compliance

Prepare and verify statutory challans (EPF, ESIC, PT, LWF).

Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies.

Maintain employee records, registers, and documentation required for audits and inspections.

4. Employee Life Cycle & Engagement

Maintain employee master data and handle HRIS entries.

Support in confirmation, probation extensions, transfers, and contract renewals.

Drive employee engagement activities and communication at corporate and unit level.

Coordinate employee welfare and birthday/occasion-based initiatives.

5. Grievance Handling & Employee Relations

Act as the first point of contact for employee issues at the corporate office and assigned units.

Resolve minor grievances and escalate major concerns as per policy.

Foster a positive, respectful work environment aligned with the company’s values.

6. Performance Management Support

Assist in coordinating probation and annual appraisals.

Support documentation of performance discussions and improvement plans where required.

7. HR Documentation & Reporting

Maintain and update employee files, personal records, and service documents.

Prepare HR reports and MIS for internal use and audits.

8. Administration Oversight

Oversee general office administration and housekeeping at the corporate office.

Coordinate with the Admin team for upkeep of premises, supplies, vendor coordination, and front desk supervision.

Support administrative needs as & when required

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field.

3–10 years of relevant HR experience, preferably in hospitality

Skills & Competencies:

Strong knowledge of recruitment, payroll coordination, and HR compliance.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Familiar with labor laws and statutory portals.

Proficient in MS Excel, HRMS/HRIS tools (e.g., Keka).

Ability to multitask and prioritize responsibilities independently.