HR Associate

Role Overview

HR Associate at Alghanim Industries, supporting the HR Manager across all HR functions including payroll coordination, performance management, training, compensation and benefits, employee relations, attendance management, policy administration, and HR operations.

Role Purpose

Assist and support the HR Manager in a business partner role, working closely with managers and employees to ensure effective HR service delivery, compliance with company policies, and a positive employee experience.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations & Compliance

• Maintain effective working relationships with the business and management teams while coordinating HR activities within the assigned area.
• Ensure adherence to HR policies and procedures.
• Participate in employee relations, grievance, disciplinary, and workplace investigations.

Performance & Compensation Management

• Coordinate the annual performance appraisal process for employees.
• Assist in the annual salary and bonus review process.
• Ensure job descriptions are accurate and updated to reflect business requirements.
• Support HR projects such as job leveling, salary structure reviews, and organizational initiatives.

Operations & Administration

• Maintain employee records and HR documentation in accordance with audit and compliance requirements.
• Monitor employee attendance and follow up on attendance-related matters.
• Support payroll coordination and employee compensation and benefits administration.
• Provide general HR administration support and ensure smooth HR operations.

Training & Culture

• Assist with employee training and development activities.
• Support employee engagement initiatives and contribute to a positive workplace culture.

Qualifications & Experience

• Previous experience and understanding in Talent Management, Performance Management, and Salary Structures.
• Bilingual.
• Multi-cultural exposure within a diverse organization.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong analytical skills with expertise in MS Office.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Articulate and influential, with the ability to build close working relationships within a team environment.
• Drive for results, creativity with outside-the-box thinking, and assertiveness.