HR Specialist- Labor Relations and Employee Engagement

Private Advertiser; Makati; On-site; PHP 400,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading HR solutions provider in Metro Manila is seeking an HR Specialist to foster a positive workplace by managing employee relations and driving engagement initiatives. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Human Resources or related fields, along with 3 years of HR experience. This role involves handling employee concerns, supporting engagement programs, and HR operations. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years of HR work experience; exposure to employee relations or engagement is a strong advantage.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine desire to help and serve employees.
• High level of empathy, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive matters.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee concerns and inquiries.
• Assist in handling labor-related cases and conflict resolutions.
• Support the planning and rollout of employee engagement programs.
• Provide support in HR administrative processes as needed.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Active listening

Empathy

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources or related field

Job description

Job Summary

The HR Specialist will play a key role in fostering a positive workplace environment by managing employee relations and driving meaningful engagement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Employee Relations

• Serve as a primary point of contact for employee concerns, inquiries, and issues.
• Assist in handling labor-related cases, investigations, and conflict resolutions in a fair and objective manner.
• Ensure compliance with labor laws, company policies, and standard HR practices.
• Maintain updated employee records and documentation related to employee relations.

Employee Engagement

• Support the planning and rollout of employee engagement programs, events, and initiatives that strengthen company culture.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to gather insights on employee morale and recommend programs to boost engagement.
• Assist in evaluating effectiveness of engagement programs and suggest improvements.

HR Operations Support

• Provide support in HR administrative processes as needed (e.g., communication memos, policy dissemination, HR reports).
• Assist in onboarding activities to ensure a smooth cultural and operational integration for new hires.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Psychology, Business Administration, or related field.
• At least 3 years of HR work experience; exposure to employee relations or engagement is a strong advantage.
• Strong interpersonal skills and a genuine desire to help and serve employees.
• Excellent communication and active listening skills.
• High level of empathy, integrity, and discretion in handling sensitive matters.
• Organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple tasks.