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.
Employer questions
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