Sr. HR Generalist

Job Purpose

The HR Generalist is responsible for managing and supporting the day-to-day human resources functions of the organization. This role oversees end-to-end recruitment, timekeeping, payroll administration, employee relations, and compliance with Philippine labor laws. The HR Generalist partners with department heads to ensure HR operations run efficiently while promoting a positive and compliant work environment.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

  • Manage the full recruitment cycle, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, job offers, and onboarding.

  • Coordinate with hiring managers to identify staffing requirements and recruitment strategies.

  • Maintain applicant databases and provide regular hiring updates.

  • Conduct orientation and facilitate the onboarding process for new hires.

Timekeeping & Payroll Administration

  • Monitor employee attendance, leaves, overtime, and timekeeping records.

  • Ensure the accuracy and completeness of payroll inputs.

  • Coordinate payroll processing and resolve payroll-related concerns.

  • Maintain employee records related to attendance and compensation.

Employee Relations

  • Address employee concerns, grievances, and disciplinary matters professionally and confidentially.

  • Conduct administrative investigations and prepare incident reports, notices, and other HR documentation.

  • Support employee engagement and retention initiatives.

  • Assist managers in handling performance and behavioral issues.

Labor Law Compliance

  • Ensure compliance with the Philippine Labor Code and all applicable DOLE regulations.

  • Prepare and maintain HR policies, employee records, and statutory documentation.

  • Provide guidance to employees and managers on HR policies, company rules, and labor-related concerns.

  • Support labor audits and ensure compliance with government requirements.

HR Administration

  • Maintain accurate and updated employee 201 files and HR databases.

  • Process employment documents, including contracts, regularization, transfers, and separation documents.

  • Generate HR reports and maintain HR metrics.

  • Perform other HR-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources Management, Psychology, Business Administration, or a related field.

  • At least 3–5 years of experience as an HR Generalist or in a similar HR role.

  • Strong experience in end-to-end recruitment, timekeeping, payroll, employee relations, and labor law compliance.

  • Solid knowledge of the Philippine Labor Code, DOLE regulations, and HR best practices.

  • Experience handling disciplinary cases, investigations, and employee grievances.

  • Proficient in MS Office and HRIS, payroll, or timekeeping systems.

  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

  • Ability to handle confidential information with professionalism and integrity.

  • Able to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.


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