: Assistant Manager - Human Resources

Job Title: Assistant Manager - Human Resources

Department: Human Resources

Reports To: Head of HR

Location: KOLKATA

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Required: 4–7 Years

About the Role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Assistant Manager - HR to oversee our daily HR operations and support the development of a high-performance culture. In this role, you will act as a bridge between management and employees, managing the entire employee lifecycle from recruitment to offboarding. The ideal candidate is a people-person with a solid understanding of labor laws and a knack for problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

- Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

Manage the end-to-end recruitment process: sourcing, screening, interviewing, and closing candidates for various roles.

Coordinate with department heads to understand manpower requirements and create job descriptions.

Develop a pipeline of qualified candidates through various channels (job boards, social media, referrals, agencies).

Oversee the onboarding process to ensure a smooth and welcoming experience for new hires.

- Employee Relations & Engagement

Act as the primary point of contact for employee queries regarding policies, grievances, and welfare.

Mediate and resolve employee conflicts or grievances in a timely and professional manner.

Plan and execute employee engagement activities to boost morale and retention.

Conduct exit interviews and analyze attrition data to recommend retention strategies.

- HR Operations & Compliance

Maintain and update employee records (both physical and digital) in the HRIS.





Ensure strict compliance with all statutory regulations (PF, ESI, Gratuity, Labor Laws) and maintain required registers.

Manage the attendance and leave management system.

Handle disciplinary actions and investigations when necessary, ensuring due process is followed.

- Performance Management

Facilitate the performance appraisal cycle (KRA setting, mid-year reviews, annual reviews).

Assist managers in identifying training needs based on performance gaps.

Coordinate with the L&D; team to organize training sessions and workshops.

- Compensation & Benefits

Assist in the preparation of monthly payroll inputs (attendance, deductions, bonuses).

Conduct market research to ensure salary structures remain competitive.

Manage employee benefits programs (insurance, wellness, etc.) and act as a liaison with vendors.

Key Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills: Proficiency in HRIS (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Zoho People) and MS Excel (VLOOKUP, Pivot Tables).

Knowledge: Strong understanding of Indian Labor Laws and statutory compliance.

Soft Skills: Excellent communication (verbal & written), active listening, conflict resolution, and negotiation skills.

Attributes: High level of confidentiality, emotional intelligence, and the ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Education: MBA / PGDM in Human Resources or a related field.

Experience: Proven track record of [X] years in HR Generalist or HR Operations roles.

Pay: ₹500,000.00 - ₹600,000.00 per year

Benefits

- Commuter assistance
- Health insurance
- Internet reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time

Work Location: In person

📌 Assistant Manager - Human Resources (Kolkata)
🏢 SREELEKHA STITCHING
📍 Kolkata