HR Associate

Kristal Advisors Private Ltd.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Kristal.AI is seeking an HR Associate in Bengaluru to support the end-to-end employee lifecycle, including recruitment, onboarding, and exit management. The role also covers employee engagement, office admin, and infra management, working closely with cross-functional stakeholders.

The ideal candidate has 0–2 years in HR, strong communication, and familiarity with HRIS/ATS tools, plus comfort with Google Workspace and MS Office.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Human Resources; 0–2 years in HR recruitment/operations.
• Strong written and verbal communication.
• Proficient with Google Workspace and MS Office; familiarity with HRIS/ATS.
• Knowledge of HR processes and statutory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Talent Acquisition & Recruitment: manage end-to-end lifecycle, draft job descriptions, source candidates, screen applications, coordinate interviews.
• Onboarding & Exit Management: oversee onboarding, documentation, induction, tools provisioning; manage exit interviews and asset collection.
• Employee Engagement & Culture: design and run engagement initiatives, coordinate internal communications, organise events and recognition.
• Administrative & Operational Activities: single point of contact for admin and infra at Bangalore office; travel management and asset tracking.
• Office Infrastructure & Inventory Management: maintain office infrastructure and procure supplies within budget.

Skills

Communication skills

Attention to detail

HR processes

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in HR

Tools

Google Workspace

MS Office

Keka / HRIS

ATS platforms

Job description

Full-Time

ROLE OVERVIEW

We are seeking an HR Associate to support the end-to-end employee lifecycle at Kristal.AI. The role entails in driving recruitment, employee engagement, onboarding and exit management and managing office infrastructure. This position offers the opportunity to work closely with cross-functional stakeholders

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Talent Acquisition & Recruitment

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment lifecycle, including drafting and publishing job descriptions, sourcing candidates through multiple channels, screening applications, coordinating interviews.
• Partner with hiring managers to understand role requirements and ensure a high-quality candidate experience throughout the recruitment process.

2. Onboarding & Exit Management

• Oversee the end-to-end onboarding process to ensure new hires are seamlessly integrated into the organisation, including documentation, induction, and provisioning of required tools and systems.
• Manage the employee exit process, including conducting exit interviews and coordinating the collection of company assets and exit clearance form.

3. Employee Engagement & Culture

• Design, plan, and execute employee engagement initiatives that enhance job satisfaction, motivation, and a sense of belonging.
• Support internal communication efforts and organise team events, celebrations, and recognition programmes.
• Act as the primary liaison between the organisation and external vendors, including recruitment partners, background verification agencies, and service providers.

5. Administrative & Operational Activities

• Serve as a single point of contact for administrative, operational, and infrastructural matters at the Bangalore office.
• Oversee travel management, asset allocation and tracking, and the timely preparation of travel and expense reports.
• Support HR operations, including maintenance of employee records, HRIS updates, and preparation of periodic MIS reports.

6. Office Infrastructure & Inventory Management

• Ensure the office’s physical infrastructure is well-maintained, safe, and adequately equipped to support day-to-day operations.
• Maintain accurate inventory records and manage the procurement of office supplies within approved budgets

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Educational Requirement: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree, preferably with a specialisation in Human Resources.
• Experience: 0 – 2 years of relevant experience in HR recruitment and operations, preferably within a fast-paced or start-up environment.
• Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to engage professionally with employees, candidates, and external stakeholders.
• Attention to Detail: High degree of accuracy and diligence in documentation, reporting, and process execution.
• Technical Proficiency: Comfortable working with Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides) and MS Office for reporting, documentation, and analysis. Prior working knowledge of Keka (or a similar HRIS) and ATS platforms will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge Base: Working understanding of HR processes, statutory compliance, and general operational requirements.

IDEAL CANDIDATE PROFILE

• A highly organised and proactive professional who thrives in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrates strong ownership, with the ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills and the maturity to manage cross-departmental relationships and external partners with professionalism.
• Exercises discretion in handling sensitive and confidential information.
• Displays a solution-oriented mindset with a genuine interest in building a positive workplace culture.