HR Generalist

Innodata Inc.; Mandaue; On-site; PHP 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Innodata Inc. is seeking an HR Operations Executive to manage HR transactions across the employee lifecycle, ensuring accurate, timely, and compliant execution while coordinating with Payroll, TA, CompBen, Finance, IT, and other teams.

You will maintain employee records, guide on HR policies, handle sensitive matters with confidentiality, and prepare headcount and movement reports. A solid Excel skillset and familiarity with Philippine labor law are valuable, as is a proactive, detail-oriented

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of HR Operations experience.
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Admin, Management, IT, or related field.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Advanced Excel skills; VBA/macros a plus.
• Detail-oriented with high data accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Manage HR transactions across the employee lifecycle accurately, on time, and in line with policy and labor law.
• Partner with Payroll, TA, CompBen, Finance, IT, and other teams to keep HR processes running smoothly.
• Maintain accurate employee records across HR platforms and resolve escalated concerns from employees and managers.
• Guide employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and documentation.
• Handle sensitive employee matters with confidentiality and professionalism.
• Prepare reports on headcount, separations, regularizations, movements, and other HR metrics.
• Provide accurate records to support audits.
• Mentor HR-Ops team members on complex or escalated cases.
• Support other HR teams during peak periods and high-volume transactions.
• Spot opportunities to streamline and automate manual HR processes.
• Jump in on ad hoc projects and urgent requests without dropping core responsibilities.
• Follow information security policies and responsibilities.

Skills

Communication

Data accuracy

HR systems

Automation tools

Learning agility

Detail orientation

Time management

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in HR / Business Admin / Management / IT

Tools

Microsoft Excel

VBA/macros

Job description

As HR Operations Executive, you will to manage HR transactions and processes across the employee lifecycle. In this role, you'll ensure accurate, timely, and compliant execution of HR activities while coordinating closely with Payroll, Talent Acquisition, CompBen, Finance, and other cross-functional teams.

What You'll Own

• Manage HR transactions across the employee lifecycle — accurately, on time, and in line with company policy and labor law
• Partner with Payroll, TA, CompBen, Finance, IT, and other teams to keep HR processes running smoothly
• Maintain accurate employee records across HR platforms and resolve escalated concerns from employees and managers
• Guide employees and managers on HR policies, procedures, and documentation
• Handle sensitive employee matters with confidentiality and professionalism
• Prepare reports on headcount, separations, regularizations, movements, and other HR metrics
• Provide accurate records to support internal and external audits
• Mentor HR-Ops team members on complex or escalated cases
• Support other HR teams during peak periods and high-volume transactions
• Spot opportunities to streamline and automate manual HR processes
• Jump in on ad hoc projects and urgent requests without dropping core responsibilities
• Follow information security policies and responsibilities

What You'll Bring

• 1–3 years of experience in HR Operations or a related HR role
• Bachelor's degree in HR, Business Administration, Management, IT, or a related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Solid Microsoft Office skills, especially advanced Excel (formulas, PivotTables, lookups, data validation); VBA/macros a plus
• High accuracy in data encoding, validation, reconciliation, and bulk data processing
• Familiarity with Philippine labor law, HR systems, data privacy, or HR analytics is a plus
• Experience with automation tools, dashboards, or other digital HR solutions is a plus
• Quick to learn new systems and tools
• Detail-oriented, accountable, and able to use good judgment
• Comfortable managing high volumes of time-sensitive, confidential work
• A positive, team-oriented attitude

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION & BELONGING

At Innodata, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are at the heart of who we are. With over 35 years of expertise, we foster an inclusive workplace that celebrates the rich diversity of backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives our employees bring — diversity that fuels our innovation in AI and data engineering. We encourage individuals from all walks of life to apply, particularly those who may feel they don't meet every qualification or who hesitate due to their identity. Through inclusive learning initiatives, Employee Resource Groups, and flexible work arrangements, we create a sense of belonging for every team member, whether remote or onsite.