India (Remote) | Full-Time | 6-Month Fixed-Term Contract | Recruitment & EOR Services

Placed by Hotsourced – connecting top South African talent with world-class global companies

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive HR Operations Executive to join a fast-growing, London-based recruitment and Employer of Record (EOR) company on a 6-month fixed-term contract. This fully remote opportunity offers the chance to manage essential HR operations for 190+ employees across India and South Africa, ensuring a seamless employee experience from onboarding through to offboarding.

Our client helps UK and US businesses access exceptional global talent while managing employment contracts, payroll and compliance. With a growing international workforce and a collaborative, fast-paced culture, this is an exciting opportunity for an HR professional who enjoys taking ownership, solving problems and contributing to the success of a growing business.

Company Description

Our client is a London-based recruitment and Employer of Record (EOR) company established in 2023, dedicated to making global hiring simpler and more accessible for growing businesses.

The company connects UK and US organisations with skilled professionals across India and South Africa, managing employment contracts, payroll, compliance and ongoing employee administration.

With a talent platform attracting over 4,000 applicants per role and a workforce of more than 190 employees, the business continues to expand its international operations.

The team operates in a fully remote environment, promoting collaboration, accountability, career development and continuous improvement.

About The Role

As an HR Operations Executive, you will play an important role in managing day-to-day HR operations across the complete employee lifecycle, including onboarding, employee administration, payroll coordination and offboarding.

You will be responsible for maintaining accurate employee records, preparing HR documentation, supporting payroll processes and ensuring employees and clients receive timely, professional communication.

We are looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced startup environment, demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and can confidently manage multiple responsibilities.

This role offers valuable exposure to international HR operations across India and South Africa, with opportunities to strengthen your expertise in recruitment, employee management and Employer of Record services.

Responsibilities - What you'll be doing:

Employee Onboarding

- Draft and prepare service agreements, employment contracts and contractor agreements accurately and within agreed timelines.




- Manage new employee onboarding through the HR portal, ensuring all required steps and documentation are completed.
- Prepare and send welcome emails to new joiners, providing a positive and professional onboarding experience.
- Coordinate mid-probation and end-of-probation review meetings with clients.

HR Administration & Payroll Support

- Record and update payroll adjustments requested by clients, ensuring all changes are accurately reflected in the HR portal before monthly payroll processing.
- Prepare and issue monthly payslips to employees across India and South Africa.
- Maintain accurate employee and contractor records across internal HR systems and platforms.
- Ensure correct Universal Account Number (UAN) details are recorded for Indian employees to support Provident Fund (PF) deductions.
- Draft salary appraisal letters and probation outcome letters based on instructions from the HR Lead.
- Notify clients of employee one-year work anniversaries.
- Coordinate the ordering and delivery of gifts for employees and clients through Amazon.
- Support the ongoing improvement of HR administrative processes and documentation.

Employee Offboarding

- Prepare relieving letters for departing employees and experience letters for former employees upon request.
- Coordinate employee exit processes by sharing exit checklists with employees and relevant clients.
- Update employee departure information in the HR portal, ensuring accurate offboarding records.
- Support additional HR operational and administrative responsibilities as required.

All employment documentation, contracts and client communications will be reviewed with the line manager before being issued.

Requirements - What we're looking for:

We think the right candidate will tick most of the following boxes:

- HR Operations Experience: A minimum of 3 years of professional experience in HR operations, employee administration or a closely related HR function.
- Startup Experience: At least 2 years of experience working within startup or fast-growing business environments.
- Industry Knowledge: Experience within recruitment, staffing or Employer of Record (EOR) services.
- Employee Lifecycle Management: Practical experience managing onboarding, HR documentation,



employee records and offboarding processes.
- Payroll Administration: Familiarity with payroll adjustments, payslip administration and employee record management.
- Google Workspace: Hands-on proficiency with Google Docs, Google Sheets, Gmail and Google Drive.
- HR Systems: Confidence using HR portals, employee management platforms and digital administrative tools, with the ability to learn new systems quickly.
- Communication Skills: Strong written and spoken English communication skills, with the ability to interact professionally with employees, clients and internal stakeholders.
- Attention to Detail: A meticulous approach to documentation, employee data management and administrative accuracy.
- Problem-Solving: Strong critical thinking skills, sound judgement and the ability to resolve operational challenges independently.
- Adaptability: Comfortable managing competing priorities and working effectively under pressure in a fast-moving environment.
- Education: A bachelor's or master's degree in Business Management, Human Resources or a related discipline.

Nice to Have:

- Experience supporting HR operations across multiple countries, particularly India and South Africa.
- Familiarity with Indian Provident Fund processes and UAN administration.
- Experience working with international clients and distributed teams.
- Currently pursuing a professional certification in Human Resources or Artificial Intelligence.
- A proactive mindset, willingness to learn and enthusiasm for taking on new responsibilities.

Work Schedule

As the company is UK-based, you will be required to work during the following hours:

- Monday to Friday
- 09:00 AM – 06:00 PM GMT
- 02:30 PM – 11:30 PM IST

Pay & Benefits - What we offer:

- Annual CTC: 7.5–8.5 lakh per annum.
- Contract Duration: 6-month fixed-term employment contract.
- Fully Remote: Work from anywhere in India.
- Paid Annual Leave: 2 weeks of paid annual leave.
- Public Holidays: 11 Indian public holidays.
- International Exposure: Gain hands-on experience managing HR operations across India and South Africa.
- Professional Development: Build valuable expertise in HR operations, payroll coordination, employee lifecycle management and EOR services.
- Career Growth: Opportunity to develop professionally within a rapidly growing international recruitment business.
- Collaborative Culture: Join a positive, supportive and growth-oriented team that values ownership, initiative and continuous improvement.
- Team Engagement: Enjoy monthly Fun Fridays and opportunities to connect with colleagues in a remote-first environment.

📌 HR Operations Executive (Remote-India)
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📍 India