Main Responsibilities and Required Skills for Human Resources Manager
A Human Resources Manager (HR Manager) is a person who supports the talent acquisition and recruitment processes in a company. They process all hiring paperwork and ensure processes are consistently followed. In this blog post we describe the primary responsibilities and the most in-demand hard and soft skills for HR Managers.
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Main Responsibilities of HR Manager
The following list describes the typical responsibilities of a HR Manager:
Administer
Administer and audit weekly payroll weekly thru Ceridian Software.
Administer compensation and benefit plans.
Administer Human Resources programs for a plant or Corporate Division.
Advise
Advise employees about policies, benefit programs and workplace issues.
Advise management team on performance, staffing and employee relations issues.
Advise, engage, and support employees and Managers in the region.
Analyze
Analyze wage and salary reports and data to determine competitive compensation plans.
Answer
Answer provided to supplemental questions.
Apply
Apply new ideas to adapt to changing work demands and environment.
Assesses
Assesses financial implications of headcount models and develops multi-year headcount plans.
Assist
Assist Management to staff the Store with "service” oriented associates.
Assist with streamlining processes and practices in the areas of human resources.
Assist with training and development, including the Alchemy System.
Attend
Attend in person interviews as required.
Bridge
Bridge management and employee relations by addressing demands, grievances or other issues.
Build
Build consensus and develop positive relationships.
Build sustainable and scalable organization.
Challenge
Challenge HR administrative practices against best practice.
Champion
Champion and help set the culture of Velocity from the top down.
Champion the Goal Setting & Review (GS&R) process.
Coach
Coach and support Managers on communicating employee separations.
Collaborate
Collaborate with hiring managers to develop job postings.
Compile
Compile and update contractors' records.
Comply
Comply with federal, state, and local legal requirements by studying existing and new legislation.
Conduct
Conduct an annual survey of prevailing hourly wages in the local area.
Conduct and oversee new hire orientation process.
Conduct audits on Benefit and ADP-WFN systems.
Conduct benefits orientations and oversees annual benefits open enrollment process.
Conduct compensation analysis working with COE in regards to local compensation needs or analysis.
Conduct effective, thorough and objective investigations.
Conduct research into HR best practices and create recommendations.
Conduct transactions in our HRIS systems including promotions and terminations.
Consult
Consult human resources and people leaders on business issues.
Consult on leveraging human capital for optimal business performance.
Coordinate
Coordinate and manage the annual audit performed by an independent firm.
Coordinate COBRA notifications and requirements.
Coordinate visa application activity for transfers, and global talent sourcing.
Counsel
Counsel management on employee relations issues to ensure that the business follows.
Create
Create and update organizational charts.
Create, train and cultivate ABI Ambassadors, Social Stars & Influencers and etc..
Defend
Defend against fraud where required.
Deploy
Deploy resources as required to deliver and execute high-quality solutions to the business.
Design
Design and implement company policies that promote a healthy work environment.
Develop
Develop and builds hiring processes for a variety of levels from non-exempt staffing to exempt.
Develop and controls plans and budgets for the HR area.
Develop and deliver training to managers on reasonable accommodation and LOA policies.
Develop and implement proactive employee relations strategies.
Develop and implement strategic recruitment programs to promote diversity and inclusion.
Develop and lead internal learning and development programs.
Develop and maintains proactive employee relations programs.
Develop and monitor overall HR strategies, systems, and processes across the business.
Develop initiatives and programmes to support the delivery of EB and D&I plan.
Develop managers through change management and support change management processes.
Develop orientation program for employees.
Develop proposals and recommendation to resolve new, complex, or strategically important issues.
Diagnose
Diagnose and as needed, reframe the business need through active inquiry.
Diagnose and / or deliver change projects in line with the HR and business agenda.
Direct
Direct the development of staffing strategies.
Drive
Drive compliance with FMLA and ADA regulations.
Drive consistency of HR programs and communications across our Legal function.
Drive the Hourly Performance Management Program.
Ensure
Ensure competitiveness and alignment with regional HR plans.
Ensure GMP's and safe food handling practices are being followed.
Ensure statutory / employment law and company policy compliance in Israel.
Ensure that employees are informed and updated on key business and organisational issues.
Ensure the SUs are trained and master the processes.
Establish
Establish external networks for knowledge sharing and benchmarking.
Establish potential training requirements and / or needs throughout all areas of the Organization.
Establish the necessary training plan for employee development.
Execute
Execute action plans on diversity and inclusion.
Facilitate
Facilitate CLIENT - New Employee Orientation program for new hires.
Facilitate employee Annual Performance Review (APR) process.
Facilitate global mobility of employees with transfer, relocation, and visa processing.
Facilitate learning objectives.
Facilitate process of candidate selection.
Facilitate training for all levels in the store.
Fulfill
Fulfill team responsibilities.
Guide
Guide and Enable Execution.
Handle
Handle general office administration and other duties as required at this start-up location.
Help
Help shape onboarding and offboarding processes and ensure they are consistently implemented.
Identify
Identify, develop and implement strategies to support the growth and effectiveness of the team.
Identify, recruit, develop and reward internal.
Identify ways to improve policies and procedures.
Implement
Implement and / support organization-wide strategies and objectives.
Implement people operations practices that are compliant, thoughtful, data-backed and innovative.
Investigate
Investigate report, debrief and take or direct corrective action as appropriate on incidents.
Investigate and oversee implementation of the new software as required.
Keep
Keep a good social climat.
Keep up to date with legal developments and advise management on compliance and risk factors.
Keep work area clean and clear of hazards.
Lead
Lead and implement full-cycle recruitment for all new hires.
Lead and inspire in all areas of the operation.
Lead and manage all HR functions and procedures for the specific location.
Lead and / or participate in HR Projects as required and support the roll-out of HR Programs.
Lead candidate sourcing and initiatives like career fairs to develop a robust pipeline of talent.
Lead managers through development of action plans based on employee engagement survey results.
Lead maximizing the potential of WorkDay.
Lead payroll processing activities consistent with existing legislation and common law.
Lead the development and administration of training programs.
Lead the HR Function, being a crucial part of Appvia's leadership team.
Leverage
Leverage metrics to optimize performance and delivery.
Leverage on-line recruiting resources.
Liaise with
Liaise with regulatory / government officers, landlord, contractors as needed.
Maintain
Maintain all specialized documentation for hiring applicants and current employees.
Maintain a tracking system for all State or County Licensee or Certification requirements.
Maintain compliance with federal and state regulations concerning employment.
Maintain updated on internal programs including – progress, feedback and success rates.
Make
Make good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Manage
Manage all HRIS systems and implement any changes when necessary.
Manage cash flow to ensure company liabilities, remittances and vendors are paid in a timely manner.
Manage Facility and Event Management coordination.
Manage hiring, onboarding, training, dismissal, and exit interviews of PWB Staff.
Manage immigration and visa process management.
Manage internal communication upon HR actions.
Manage Recruitment and Hiring Process.
Manage Staff Administration and Social Law.
Manage the annual benefit enrollment process and maintain relationships with external vendors.
Manage the employee on-boarding cycle, including creating orientation packages.
Manage the entire employee lifecycle from managing offers, onboardings to conducting exit interviews.
Manage the recruitment and selection process.
Manage the return to work program and reinforce the company return to work policy (no lost time).
Mentor
Mentor our Talent Acquisition Specialist in finding exceptional talent across Europe.
Monitor
Monitor and review HR policies and processes and implement changes where necessary.
Negotiate
Negotiate and prepare employment offers in line with the company compensation structure.
Oversee
Oversee all HR correspondence and company payrolls.
Oversee and manage annual review process that drives high performance.
Oversee and manage payroll, benefits, & equity in Canada and US.
Oversee benefits and leave of absence administration.
Oversee our direct recruiting program and partner with local colleges and universities.
Oversee employee disciplinary meetings, terminations, and investigations.
Oversee onsite Training, Communications, Succession Planning, Leadership Development & Coaching.
Participate
Participate and provide input to the performance management cycle during the calibration meetings.
Participate in the ongoing review of HR processes and make recommendations for process efficiencies.
Participate in the year-end processes including performance management and salary planning.
Perform
Perform competitive market analysis of compensation and benefit programs.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
Practice
Practice safe work procedures, and follow all safety rules at all times.
Prepare
Prepare an Hourly Wage Recommendation.
Prepare compensation analysis for market value of jobs and internal equity.
Present
Present clear and transparent financial reports at board and all-hands meetings.
Prioritize
Prioritize critical projects based on business need and available resources.
Process
Process all terminations and conducts exit interviews.
Process changes of tax forms, direct deposits, garnishments and other payroll related activities.
Process paperwork for driver / staff on board, disciplinary records, termination, and exit interview.
Process Short and Long Term disability claims, FMLA tracking and benefit arrears.
Produce
Produce and submit reports on general HR activity.
Promote
Promote and integrate affirmative action and diversity efforts into policies and programs.
Provide
Provide ad hoc assistance in station live shows, events and functions.
Provide business support that ensures adherence to HR programs, initiatives, and best practices.
Provide consultancy to people managers on performance assessment.
Provide guidance to management on the appropriateness of disciplinary and non-disciplinary actions.
Provide input and guidance to the business from an HR perspective.
Provide mentoring, coaching and daily work guidance to HR Generalist.
Recruit
Recruit, develop, and retain key talent for the organization.
Redirect
Redirect HR related calls or distribute correspondence to the appropriate person of the team.
Report
Report any unsafe conditions, incidents or injuries to supervisor immediately.
Report on company processes.
Report to management and provide decision support through HR metrics.
Represent
Represent the Human Resources department in meetings as required.
Respond to
Respond to questions and provide assistance to candidates throughout the recruitment process.
Review
Review & maintain HR tools including holiday management, performance management and recruitment.
Share
Share and learn within a multicultural and multidisciplinary team.
Stay abreast of
Stay abreast of changing HR regulations and make recommendations for changes.
Suggest
Suggest safety improvements to leadership as appropriate.
Supervise
Supervise administrative staff and oversee daily office administrative tasks.
Support
Support administration of benefits, payroll and WSIB.
Support an Open Door Policy.
Support employees and executives throughout the employment lifecycle.
Support in building a healthy working environment by creating sense of Belonging, Ownership & Care.
Support individual, team and leader development as needed.
Support Management team in ensuring consistency and fairness are met at all levels of compliance.
Support Operations in getting our employees back into the office safely.
Support Organisational development and the performance review process.
Support or manage investigations or Employee Relations issues.
Support others - Treats people with dignity, respect, and fairness.
Support the Human Resources in strategic planning initiatives.
Sustain
Sustain and implement HR related policies and procedures.
Take
Take personal responsibility for fostering a green workplace through sustainable work practices.
Track
Track and follow up with Key Performance Indicators pertaining to Human Resources.
Track and report store staffing levels to Management team.
Track implementation of performance management.
Train
Train new hires on Mission, Vision, Values, as well as Workday, Performance Process, time off.
Understand
Understand the organizational complexities of the Basic Science Departments and Dean's Office units.
Understand the safety objectives of the organization and supports these efforts in a visible manner.
Understand your client group through analyzing key data (turnover and call out) and HR metrics.
Update
Update key talent data in Talent Management System.
Work With
Work closely with hiring managers and recruitment team to support hiring request.
Work closely with line management to provide support, planning and problem solving.
Work creatively with leadership to develop unique and engaging experiences.
Work on adhoc team projects i.e. roll out of performance coaching sessions.
Work with department heads to put in place people plans to support the company's growth plans.
Work with / help candidates in completing all security clearance forms.
Work with HR CoE team to manage and update CRDC related HR Policy and HR Processes.
Most In-demand Hard Skills
The following list describes the most required technical skills of a HR Manager:
MS Excel
PHR
MS Powerpoint
Change Management
Payroll
Business
MS Word
Microsoft Office
Business Objectives Alignment
Human Resources Management
Labor Relations
Employee Relations
Manufacturing
SPHR
Workday
Business Acumen
Manufacturing Environment
Operational Excellence
MS Outlook
Client Focused
HR Management
Management
Talent Management
Customer Service
HRIS
Performance Management
Recruitment
Technical Competencies
Computer
SAP
Compensation
Employment Law
MS Office
CHRP
HR Systems
Talent Acquisition
Continuous Improvement
Employee Engagement
Most In-demand Soft Skills
The following list describes the most required soft skills of a HR Manager:
Written and oral communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Organizational capacity
Leadership
Problem-solving attitude
Analytical ability
Attention to detail
Flexible
Coaching
Creative
Time-management
Presentation
Self-starter
Discretion
Negotiation
Innovation
Confident
Critical thinker
Engagement
Multi-task
Results-oriented
Facilitation
Integrity
Work independently with little direction
Conflict resolution
Proactive
Team player
Bilingualism
Detail-oriented
Negotiating
