HR Manager

Experience: 2–5 years

Reporting to: Director / Operations Head

Job Summary

We are looking for a proactive and hands-on HR Executive to manage end-to-end HR operations for our growing export-oriented MSME. The role involves recruitment, employee lifecycle management, payroll coordination, statutory compliance, and fostering a positive workplace culture in a small-team environment.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Onboarding

Manage end-to-end recruitment for junior to mid-level roles (operations, export documentation, accounts, logistics, sales support, etc.)

Coordinate interviews, issue offer letters, and manage joining formalities

Conduct employee onboarding and induction

2. HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle

Maintain employee records, HR files, and documentation

Handle confirmations, role changes, increments, exits, and full & final settlements

Manage attendance, leave, and basic HR MIS reports

3. Payroll & Compensation Support

Coordinate monthly payroll processing with accounts/consultant

Ensure accuracy of attendance, leave, incentives, and deductions

Support salary revisions and performance-linked incentives

4. Statutory Compliance

Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws for MSMEs

PF, ESIC, Professional Tax, Gratuity

Shops & Establishment Act

Coordinate with external consultants for filings and audits

Maintain compliance registers and records

5. Performance Management

Assist in goal-setting and appraisal processes

Track performance review cycles and documentation

Support management in implementing simple performance frameworks

6. Employee Engagement & Culture

Act as the first point of contact for employee queries and concerns

Support employee engagement initiatives, team activities, and basic training programs

Help build a positive, compliant, and people-friendly work culture

7. Policy & Process Support

Draft and update HR policies, SOPs, and employee handbook

Ensure policy communication and adherence

Skills & Competencies

Strong understanding of HR operations in small/medium organizations

Working knowledge of Indian labor laws and MSME compliance

Good communication and interpersonal skills

High level of confidentiality and integrity

Organized, detail-oriented, and hands-on

Comfortable working independently in a small team

Qualifications

Graduate/Postgraduate in HR, Management, or related field

2–5 years of HR experience (preferably in MSME / manufacturing / export sector)