HR Asst. Manager

Weekday AI; Mumbai; On-site; INR 500,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Weekday AI’s client in Mumbai seeks an Assistant Manager – Human Resources to manage HR operations and the employee lifecycle. You will support onboarding, payroll coordination, policy implementation, and employee engagement initiatives.

The role requires 3–7 years of HR experience, strong communication, and the ability to work independently with cross-functional teams to foster a productive workplace.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in HR operations and employee lifecycle management.
• Good understanding of HR policies, processes and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day HR operations and ensure processes run efficiently.
• Support onboarding, inductions, transfers, promotions, and exits.
• Maintain accurate employee records and HR databases.
• Coordinate recruitment with hiring managers and TA teams.
• Prepare offer letters, appointment letters, and HR docs.
• Address employee queries on policies, leave, payroll, and benefits.
• Implement and communicate HR policies and guidelines.
• Monitor attendance, leave, and HR reports, ensuring data accuracy.
• Coordinate with payroll and finance for timely processing.
• Support performance management processes and development initiatives.
• Support employee engagement, internal comms, and recognition programs.
• Assist with employee relations and workplace issue resolution.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws and internal policies.
• Prepare HR dashboards on headcount, attrition, and movements.
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes.

Skills

HR Operations

Employee lifecycle

HR policies

Communication

MS Office/HRMS

Confidentiality

Independent work

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR/BA

MBA/PGDM in HR

Job description

This role is for one of Weekday’s clients
Salary range: Rs 500000 - Rs 800000 (ie INR 5 - 8 LPA)

Min Experience: 3+ years
Location: Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
JobType: full-time

We are looking for a proactive and experienced Assistant Manager – Human Resources to join our HR team. The ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of Human Resources, Human Resource Management, HR Operations, and employee lifecycle management. This role will be responsible for supporting and managing key HR functions while ensuring smooth implementation of HR policies, processes, and employee engagement initiatives.

The candidate should be an effective communicator, highly organized, and capable of handling multiple HR responsibilities independently. The role requires someone who can work closely with employees, managers, and leadership to address HR requirements and contribute to a positive and productive workplace environment.

Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-to-day Human Resources (HR) operations, ensuring HR processes are executed accurately and efficiently.
• Support the complete employee lifecycle, including onboarding, induction, transfers, promotions, confirmations, performance management, and exit formalities.
• Maintain and regularly update employee records, HR databases, personnel files, and other relevant documentation.
• Coordinate recruitment activities by working with hiring managers and talent acquisition teams to support manpower requirements.
• Assist in preparing offer letters, appointment letters, HR documentation, and other employee-related correspondence.
• Handle employee queries related to HR policies, leave, attendance, payroll coordination, benefits, and other workplace-related matters.
• Support the implementation and communication of HR policies, procedures, and organizational guidelines.
• Monitor attendance, leave, employee records, and HR-related reports while ensuring data accuracy and confidentiality.
• Coordinate with payroll and finance teams to ensure timely and accurate processing of employee-related information.
• Assist in performance management processes, including goal-setting, performance reviews, confirmations, and employee development initiatives.
• Support employee engagement activities, internal communication, recognition programs, and initiatives aimed at improving employee experience.
• Assist with employee relations matters and help resolve workplace concerns in a professional and timely manner.
• Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, statutory requirements, and internal HR policies.
• Prepare regular HR reports and dashboards covering headcount, attrition, attendance, hiring, employee movements, and other HR metrics.
• Identify opportunities to improve Human Resource Management processes and contribute to the development of efficient HR practices.

Must-Have Skills

• Strong expertise in Human Resources – HR and HR Operations.
• Good understanding of Human Resources Management and employee lifecycle processes.
• Hands-on experience in managing core HR functions.
• Strong knowledge of HR policies, processes, and best practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong employee relationship and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Good organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality while handling sensitive employee information.
• Proficiency in MS Office/Google Workspace and HRMS or other HR systems.
• Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or a relevant specialization will be an added advantage.
• 3–7 years of relevant experience in Human Resources / HR Management.