HR Officer - People Operations

Full Time 3 weeks ago
Employment Information

Job Description

Recruitment & Onboarding

  • Coordinate the recruitment process from approved vacancy through to successful onboarding.
  • Coordinate job advertisements, candidate pipelines, interviews and assessments.
  • Maintain timely communication with candidates and hiring managers.
  • Coordinate background checks and pre-employment requirements.
  • Support preparation and issuance of employment offers and contracts.
  • Coordinate onboarding activities and documentation.
  • Ensure recruitment and onboarding records are complete and accurate.
  • Monitor outstanding recruitment actions and ensure they are followed through.

Employee Lifecycle Administration

  • Manage the day-to-day HR administration that supports employees throughout their employment.
  • Maintain accurate and confidential employee records.
  • Coordinate employment contracts, probation, confirmation and other employee lifecycle documentation.
  • Manage leave administration and maintain accurate leave records.
  • Monitor attendance-related information and escalate recurring or significant issues.
  • Coordinate employee changes such as transfers, promotions and other employment updates.
  • Ensure required HR documentation is completed, properly maintained and accessible to authorized users.
  • Support routine employee HR queries and escalate complex or sensitive matters to the HR Manager.

HR Operations & Reporting

  • Ensure that core HR processes are completed accurately, consistently and on time.
  • Maintain HR information in relevant systems and databases.
  • Prepare routine HR reports relating to areas such as headcount, recruitment, leave, contracts and employee movements.
  • Validate HR information and identify discrepancies or missing data.
  • Monitor key HR deadlines and milestones and proactively follow up on outstanding actions.
  • Support HR audits, compliance activities and other operational requirements.
  • Maintain appropriate HR files and documentation.

Employee Experience & HR Support

  • Help create a responsive and professional employee experience.
  • Serve as a first point of contact for routine HR queries.
  • Provide employees with accurate guidance on established HR processes and policies.
  • Support employee engagement activities and HR initiatives.
  • Coordinate training logistics and maintain relevant records.
  • Support employee communications and HR events.
  • Identify recurring employee concerns and bring them to the HR Manager's attention.

Technology & Process Improvement

  • Help build a more efficient, technology-enabled HR function.
  • Use HR systems, digital tools and AI to improve HR administration and workflow management.
  • Review system-generated information and ensure it is accurate and actionable.
  • Identify opportunities to simplify, automate or improve repetitive HR processes.
  • Support the development and maintenance of HR SOPs, checklists and workflows.
  • Contribute ideas that improve the efficiency and quality of HR services.
  • Our approach is simple: technology should make good HR professionals better—not replace ownership or judgment.

Qualifications

We are looking for potential, discipline and learning agility, not simply years of experience.

You should have:

  • A Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management or a related field.
  • Some experience in HR, recruitment or administration.
  • Strong organization and attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Strong follow-through and ability to manage multiple priorities.
  • Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to handle confidential information with maturity and discretion.
  • A proactive approach to work and a willingness to take ownership.
  • A genuine interest in developing a career in HR and People Operations.

It would be an advantage to have:

  • CHRP or progress toward a professional HR qualification.
  • Experience with an HRIS or recruitment system.
  • Exposure to recruitment coordination and employee onboarding.
  • Familiarity with AI and digital productivity tools.
  • Experience in a fast-paced or growing organization.

WHAT SUCCESS LOOKS LIKE

You will be successful in this role when:

  • HR processes move smoothly and on time.
  • Employee and recruitment records are accurate and complete.
  • Important deadlines and milestones are not missed.
  • Employees receive timely and professional HR support.
  • Outstanding actions are followed through without constant supervision.
  • HR information can be trusted.
  • You identify issues early and escalate them appropriately.
  • You use technology intelligently to improve how work gets done.
  • The HR Manager can rely on you to own the operational details and follow-through of the HR function.

THE PERSON WE'RE LOOKING FOR

You are someone who:

  • Takes ownership — you do not need to be chased to complete your responsibilities.
  • Is organized — you know what is happening, what is due and what needs attention.
  • Follows through — you don't allow outstanding actions to disappear.
  • Pays attention to detail — you spot errors before they become problems.
  • Communicates well — you can engage professionally with employees, candidates, managers and senior leaders.
  • Learns quickly — you are excited by the opportunity to grow into more challenging HR work.
  • Embraces technology — you are curious about using AI and digital tools to make HR better.
  • Uses judgment — you know what you can resolve and when something needs escalation.
  • Cares about people — you understand that good HR is ultimately about helping people and the organization succeed.
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