HR Generalist

Job Title: HR Generalist

Location: Kochi (Hybrid)

Salary: ₹35,000 - ₹45,000 per month

Job Type: Full-time

Shift Timings: 9.30pm - 5.30am IST (U.S. Shift)

Overview

We are seeking a skilled and dynamic HR Generalist to join our team in a hybrid working model. This role is crucial in supporting our U.S.-based operations by managing core HR functions, ensuring compliance, and fostering a seamless experience for employees. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in HR operations, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to creating a positive work environment.

Job Summary

As a HR Generalist, you will be responsible for supporting the HR department in ensuring smooth and efficient business operations. This role involves handling various responsibilities in employee onboarding, employee relations, compliance, benefits administration, and HR projects. The HR Generalist will act as a point of contact for employees and leadership, providing guidance on HR policies and procedures while fostering a positive workplace culture.

Key Responsibilities

• Employee Relations
• Serve as the primary contact for employee inquiries, concerns, and conflict resolution.
• Mediate disputes and provide counsel to managers and employees on performance, policies, and workplace issues.
• Promote a positive work environment aligned with company values.
• Onboarding
• Conduct new hire orientations and ensure a seamless onboarding experience.
• Manage end to end onboarding for new hires
• Compliance & Policies:
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws and regulations.
• Maintain and update HR policies and the employee handbook.
• Ensure staff have adequate training sessions on workplace compliance and harassment prevention.
• Benefits Administration:
• Assist in the administration of employee benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and wellness programs.
• Manage open enrollment and employee benefits inquiries.
• Liaise with payroll team on employee benefits 
• Conduct periodic audits
• HR Operations:
• Maintain accurate employee records systems and ensure data confidentiality.
• Generate HR metrics and reports to support strategic decision-making.
• Participate in the development and implementation of HR initiatives, programs, and events.
• Performance Management:
• Support the performance review process , ensuring timely completion of review processes.
• Support the business unit by providing all relevant data related to staff
• Separation 
• Be responsible to negotiate with staff and be able to retain them as appropriate ,escalate to supervisors on situations 
• Ensure attrition rate in controlled

Desired Candidate Profile

• Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Minimum of 3-4 years of experience in core HR functions.
• Strong knowledge of US labor laws and HR best practices.
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
• Certification (e.g., PHR, SHRM-CP) is a plus.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and HRIS systems.
• Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Salary & Benefits

• Monthly Salary: ₹35,000 - ₹45,000
• Medical insurance coverage
• Annual performance bonus
• Paid time off

Additional Requirements:

• Availability to work night shifts is mandatory.
• US HR Ops experience is mandatory