Here at Appian, our values of Intensity and Excellence define who we are. We set high standards and live up to them, ensuring that everything we do is done with care and quality. We approach every challenge with ambition and commitment, holding ourselves and each other accountable to achieve the best results. When you join Appian, you’ll be part of a passionate team dedicated to accomplishing hard things, together.
About the Role:
The HR Operations Specialist plays a key role in supporting core HR processes and programs at Appian, with a primary focus on onboarding, employee data management, and operational support across the employee lifecycle. This role ensures a smooth employee experience while maintaining accuracy and efficiency in HR systems and procedures.
The role will be based in Chennai, India but will primarily support HR Operations in North America and provide support in our other regions as needed. This position requires adaptable working hours to support global operations across multiple time zones. The primary schedule for this role will be 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM.




Key Responsibilities:
Support the North America onboarding process for recent hires, ensuring a seamless and positive employee experience.
Complete Form I-9 processing, verify supporting documentation, and monitor compliance with federal I-9 requirements.
Conduct and review background checks for North American employees in accordance with company policies and compliance standards.
Manage the global recent hire swag program.
Assist with processing voluntary and involuntary terminations across North America, including the administration of U.S. unemployment claims.
Process employee lifecycle transactions in Workday, including hires, job changes, transfers, and terminations, ensuring data accuracy and timely completion.
Prepare and distribute employee correspondence and documentation, including job change letters and other employment-related communications.
Administer and support key HR Operations program

📌 Human Resources Operations Specialist Chennai
🏢 Appian
📍 Chennai