HR Executive And Generalist

Geodis India Pvt Ltd.; Chennai District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Geodis India Pvt Ltd. is seeking a proactive HR Executive with extensive experience to support day-to-day HR operations, employee engagement, employee relations, and HR initiatives in Chennai.

The role requires strong interpersonal skills, confidentiality, and the ability to manage multiple activities independently. The candidate will work closely with employees to address HR concerns, drive a positive employee experience, and coordinate CSR and community initiatives in alignment with business

Qualifications

• 35 years of experience in Human Resources / HR Generalist / Employee Relations / HR Operations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to interact confidently with employees at all levels.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Ability to handle employee concerns with maturity, confidentiality, and empathy.
• Proactive ownership and ability to follow through on tasks.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Act as the first point of contact for employees for HR-related queries, concerns, and requests.
• Support grievance redressal and coordinate with stakeholders for timely resolution.
• Conduct periodic employee round-table discussions to understand concerns and expectations.
• Conduct regular 1:1 connects with employees and teams to gauge pulse and identify HR interventions.
• Provide HR support during induction and onboarding.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism in handling employee-related matters.
• Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives to foster a positive workplace culture.
• Organize activities such as team-building, birthday celebrations, festivals, and club activities.
• Coordinate CSR initiatives and employee volunteering programs.
• Support HR initiatives and programs on the ground; work with managers and HR stakeholders for effective execution.
• Provide timely feedback on engagement levels and emerging concerns.
• Assist in HR projects, audits, surveys, and other organizational initiatives.

Skills

HR operations

Employee relations

Employee engagement

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Confidentiality & empathy

Ownership & follow-through

Multi-priority management

MS Office (Excel & PowerPoint)

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive and people-oriented HR Executive with 35 years of experience to support day-to-day HR operations, employee engagement, employee relations, and HR initiatives. The role will involve working closely with employees to understand employee needs, addressing HR-related concerns, and drive positive employee experience.

The ideal candidate should have strong interpersonal and communication skills, be approachable, organized, and capable of independently managing multiple HR activities.

Key Responsibilities

1. Employee Relations & HR Support

• Act as the first point of contact for employees for HR-related queries, concerns, and requests.
• Support grievance redressal by understanding employee concerns and coordinating with relevant stakeholders for timely resolution.
• Conduct periodic employee round-table discussions to understand employee concerns and expectations.
• Conduct regular 1:1 connects employees and teams to understand the pulse of the organization, gather feedback, and identify areas requiring HR intervention.
• Provide HR support during employee induction and onboarding, including HR induction wherever applicable.
• Maintain confidentiality and professionalism while handling employee-related matters.

2. Employee Engagement & Culture

• Plan and execute employee engagement initiatives to create a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Organize activities such as:
• Employee games and team-building activities
• Birthday celebrations
• Festival and special-day celebrations
• Employees connect initiatives
• Club and community activities
• Coordinate and encourage employee participation in corporate tournaments, sports, , and other organizational activities.
• Gather employee feedback and measure the effectiveness of engagement initiatives.

3. CSR & Community Initiatives

• Coordinate and support Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) initiatives and employee volunteering programs.
• Identify opportunities for employee participation in community and social-impact activities.
• Work with internal stakeholders and external partners to successfully execute CSR programs.

4. HR Initiatives & Business Partnership

• Support the implementation of various HR initiatives and programs on the ground.
• Work closely with employees, managers, and HR stakeholders to ensure effective execution of HR programs.
• Provide timely feedback to the HR team on engagement levels, and emerging people-related concerns.
• Assist in HR projects, audits, surveys, and other organizational initiatives as required.
• Ensure HR processes and initiatives are implemented consistently and effectively.

Key Skills & Competencies

• 35 years of relevant experience in Human Resources / HR Generalist / Employee Relations / HR Operations.
• Strong understanding of employee engagement and employee relations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to interact confidently with employees at all levels.
• Strong organizational and coordination skills.
• Ability to handle employees concerns maturity, confidentiality, and empathy.
• Proactive approach with strong ownership and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Good proficiency in MS Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Preferred Profile

The ideal candidate will be a people-centric HR professional who enjoys interacting with employees, driving engagement initiatives, supporting recruitment, and being actively involved in creating a positive workplace culture.