HR Generalist

The HR Generalist is responsible for the day-to-day management of HR operations, which means that they manage the administration of the policies, procedures and programmes of the organisation.

This is a role requiring someone who enjoys planning and developing systems, has real attention to detail but particularly is interested in the personal development of the organisation’s people. Working as a Human Resources Generalist can provide many career opportunities to move upward within the HR function as the skills acquired as some of the most useful for any organisation and are highly valued.

Job Responsibilities:

• An HR Generalist is usually required to consider staffing logistics and take responsibility for recruiting staff for the organisation. You may also be required to contribute to space planning.
• A key responsibility for a Human Resources Generalist is the personal and professional development of the organisation’s personnel, which involves employee orientation, development and training.
• Employee welfare, safety, wellness and health and counselling is an important area of work for the Human Resources Generalist and involvement in the development and implementation of policy documents and handbooks that can be referred to by employees.
• HR policy development and documentation in line with the company’s corporate vision.
• You will also be involved in performance management working closely with senior management within the organisation.
• The Human Resources Generalist is required to develop compensation and benefits systems that fit the company’s HR responsibilities.
• Communication with the whole company is generally generated by the Human Resources department and the HR Generalist, you will be a key member of any decision making process regarding employee communication and the originator of any content sent to employees.