The HR Operations & Generalist will take full ownership of HR activities for the Chennai location, ensuring compliance, timely hiring, onboarding, and smooth daily operations. This is a high-accountability role requiring a self-starter who thrives in a fast-paced, high-expectation environment and can operate like a one-person HR command center.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end HR operations including attendance, leave, payroll coordination, documentation, and record management.
- Ensure 100% statutory compliance under Tamil Nadu Shops & Establishments Act, EPFO, ESIC, Professional Tax, Labour Welfare Fund, and related laws.
- Execute full-cycle recruitment for assigned roles, from sourcing to onboarding, within committed timelines.
- Conduct onboarding and induction sessions that set clear expectations and reinforce company culture.
- Address employee queries and resolve issues promptly and professionally.
- Coordinate with vendors, facilities, and admin for uninterrupted operational support.
- Maintain accurate HR MIS reports and submit them to leadership without reminders.
- Identify and implement process improvements to drive efficiency and scalability.
Core Competencies
Proactive & Autonomous Execution : Delivers outcomes without prompting; takes complete ownership of tasks.Analytical & Detail-Oriented : Uses data and reporting to drive HR decisions and maintain accuracy.Emotionally Intelligent with Grit : Handles pressure, resolves conflicts fairly, and earns trust.Adaptable & Lean-Minded : Optimises processes, automates tasks, and thrives in ambiguity.Requirements
Must-Have :
1–2 years of experience in HR Operations, HR Generalist, or HR Administration.Working knowledge of Indian labour laws and Tamil Nadu-specific statutory requirements.Fluent in English and Tamil, with strong verbal and written communication skills.Proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and adaptability to HRMS / payroll tools.High ownership mindset with ability to deliver under tight deadlines.Preferred
Experience in startup or high-growth environments.Exposure to compliance audits, vendor management, or office operations.Familiarity with HR process automation or HRMS tools.Performance Expectations
Maintain 100% statutory compliance with no escalations.Close all assigned hiring positions within agreed timelines.Ensure error-free payroll inputs and documentation every cycle.Implement at least one process improvement within the first 90 days.Operate independently with leadership only required for strategic input.This role is for someone who acts, thinks, and delivers like a location-level HR leader from day one.
Skills Required
HR process automation, HRMS payroll tools, Indian labour laws