HR Generalist

Role & responsibilities

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment cycle: understanding manpower requirements, job postings, sourcing, screening, interview coordination, and offer rollout.
• Partner with hiring managers to define role requirements and draft accurate job descriptions.
• Source candidates through job portals (Naukri, LinkedIn, Indeed), consultants/agencies, employee referrals, and campus channels as applicable.
• Conduct preliminary screening interviews and coordinate technical/panel interviews with stakeholders.
• Manage offer negotiation, documentation, background verification, and pre-boarding formalities.
• Coordinate onboarding and induction programs to ensure a smooth new-hire experience.
• Maintain recruitment trackers, TAT/MIS reports, and provide regular hiring status updates to management.
• Build and maintain a talent pipeline for critical and recurring roles.

HR Compliance & Statutory Requirements

• Ensure organization-wide compliance with applicable Indian labor laws, including EPF, ESI, Payment of Gratuity Act, Payment of Bonus Act, Shops & Establishments Act, Minimum Wages Act, Payment of Wages Act, Contract Labour (Regulation & Abolition) Act, and Professional Tax regulations.
• Maintain statutory registers, records, and ensure timely filing of returns (PF, ESI, PT, LWF, and other applicable filings).
• Coordinate with external consultants, auditors, and legal advisors for periodic compliance audits and labor inspections.
• Drive implementation and administration of the POSH (Prevention of Sexual Harassment) Act, including Internal Committee (IC) coordination and awareness sessions.
• Handle employee grievance redressal and disciplinary processes in line with company policy and applicable law.
• Draft, update, and roll out HR policies and the employee handbook in line with changes in labor legislation.
• Manage full & final settlements, exit formalities, and compliance documentation related to employee separations.
• Maintain accurate and audit-ready personnel files and employee records as required under statutory guidelines.

General HR Operations

• Maintain and update employee data in the HRMS/HRIS system.
• Support coordination of the performance management cycle and appraisal documentation.
• Assist in planning and executing employee engagement initiatives and internal communication.
• Act as a point of contact for day-to-day employee queries related to policies, benefits, and HR processes.

Preferred candidate profile

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA/PGDM in HR preferred.
• 3 to 5 years of experience as an HR Generalist, with demonstrated ownership of both recruitment and statutory HR compliance in an Indian context.
• Sound working knowledge of Indian labor laws, including EPF, ESI, Gratuity, Bonus Act, POSH Act, and Shops & Establishments Act.
• Hands-on experience managing statutory filings, compliance audits, and liaising with government authorities/consultants.
• Proven experience in full-cycle recruitment across multiple roles and levels.
• Proficiency in MS Excel and HRMS/HRIS platforms (e.g., Zoho People, Keka, Darwinbox, SAP SuccessFactors, or similar).
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to handle sensitive and confidential matters.
• High level of integrity, attention to detail, and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.