HR Specialist

Job Brief

A HR Specialist is responsible for all Human Resource functions. They create compensation and benefits packages, establish company policies, keep employee records up-to-date, and ensure a healthy work environment by providing HR procedures.

Job Description

• ● Prepare and review compensation and benefits packages
• ● Administer health and life insurance programs
• ● Implement training and development plans
• ● Plan quarterly and annual performance review sessions
• ● Inform employees about additional benefits they’re eligible for (e.g extra vacation days)
• ● Update employee records with new hire information and/or changes in employment status
• ● Maintain organizational charts and detailed job descriptions along with salary records
• ● Forecast hiring needs and ensure recruitment process runs smoothly
• ● Develop and implement HR policies throughout the organization
• ● Monitor budgets by department
• ● Process employees’ queries and respond in a timely manner
• ● Stay up-to-date and comply with changes in labor legislation

Job Requirements

• ● Proven work experience as an HR Specialist or HR Generalist
• ● Hands-on experience with Human Resources Information Systems (HRIS), like BambooHR and PeopleSoft
• ● Knowledge of Applicant Tracking Systems
• ● Solid understanding of labor legislation and payroll process
• ● Familiarity with full cycle recruiting
• ● Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• ● Good problem-solving abilities
• ● Team management skills
• ● BSc/MSc in Human Resources or relevant field