Assistant Manager – Human Resources

Assistant Manager – Human Resources

• Sri Lanka

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with department heads and management to implement HR strategies that support business goals.
• Provide guidance on HR policies, procedures, and best practices.
• Support organizational development initiatives and workforce planning.
• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, selection, and offer management.
• Coordinate onboarding activities to ensure a smooth and positive experience for new employees.
• Work closely with hiring managers to identify staffing needs and attract high-quality talent.
• Coordinate employee engagement initiatives to promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Support the implementation and administration of performance management processes.
• Identify training and development needs and coordinate employee learning programs.
• Oversee daily HR operations, ensuring accurate and timely HR administration.
• Support the administration of compensation, benefits, leave management, and employee records.
• Ensure compliance with labour laws, company policies, and statutory requirements.
• Maintain HR documentation and HRIS records with accuracy and confidentiality.
• Act as a trusted point of contact for employees on HR-related matters.
• Assist in resolving employee concerns, grievances, and workplace issues in a fair and timely manner.
• Promote a positive work environment through effective communication and employee support.
• Maintain and update HR information systems (HRIS).
• Prepare HR reports and workforce analytics to support management decision-making.
• Monitor HR metrics and recommend process improvements where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or professional qualification in Human Resource Management or a related discipline.
• Professional HR certification will be an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum of five (5) years of experience in Human Resources.
• At least one (1) year of experience in a supervisory or team leadership role is preferred.
• Experience across recruitment, employee relations, HR operations, and performance management.
• Strong knowledge of labour laws and HR best practices.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and relationship-building skills.
• Strong organizational and time management abilities with the capacity to manage multiple priorities.
• Good negotiation and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and HR Information Systems (HRIS).
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.