HR Generalist/HR executive

Dear All, 
We are looking for a dynamic and experienced Sr. HR Executive/HR generalist to join our team at UCAM. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in Human Resources, including HR operations, employee engagement, statutory compliance, payroll coordination, performance management, training and development, and HR process improvement.

The candidate should be a people-oriented professional with strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to manage HR processes effectively in a manufacturing or B2B environment.

UCAM is looking for a dynamic and people-oriented to Sr. HR Executive/HR generalist strengthen and manage our human resources processes and employee experience. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in HR operations, recruitment, employee engagement, payroll coordination, statutory compliance, performance management, and HR systems.

The role will be responsible for ensuring smooth execution of HR policies and processes while continuously improving HR systems, employee engagement, compliance, and workforce effectiveness. The candidate should be detail-oriented, approachable, data-driven, and capable of handling confidential employee matters with professionalism and discretion.

• Oversee, implement, and continuously improve HR policies, processes, SOPs, and employee-related procedures.
  
• Ensure effective execution of day-to-day HR operations and maintain accurate employee records.
  
• Identify opportunities to improve HR processes, employee experience, and operational efficiency.
  
• Drive digitisation and automation of HR processes wherever applicable.
  

• Manage and monitor attendance, time office, shift schedules, leave, late-coming, absenteeism, and related HR processes.
  
• Ensure accurate maintenance of attendance and leave records in the HRMS.
  
• Coordinate with relevant departments to resolve attendance and leave-related issues.
  

• Coordinate and support monthly payroll processing and ensure timely and accurate payroll inputs.
  
• Manage employee benefits including incentives, bonus, gratuity, health insurance, expenses, leave benefits, and other employee welfare programs.
  
• Maintain accurate payroll and employee compensation records.
  
• Address employee queries related to payroll, benefits, and compensation in a timely manner.
  

• Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws and statutory requirements.
  
• Monitor statutory compliance activities, documentation, records, and government portal submissions.
  
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders for statutory audits and inspections.
  
• Stay updated on changes in labour laws and recommend necessary changes to HR policies and processes.
  

• Manage employee onboarding, induction, orientation, and documentation processes.
  
• Coordinate training and development initiatives based on organisational and employee requirements.
  
• Maintain training records and support evaluation of training effectiveness.
  
• Assist in developing employee capability and skill-building initiatives.
  

• Manage the organisation's Performance Management System (PMS).
  
• Coordinate quarterly appraisal and performance review processes.
  
• Ensure timely completion of performance evaluations and documentation.
  
• Support managers and employees in understanding performance objectives and review processes.
  
• Manage PMS activities through digital HR platforms such as Zoho People.
  

• Develop, review, update, and implement HR policies in line with organisational requirements and applicable laws.
  
• Drive employee engagement initiatives, welfare activities, recognition programs, and employee communication.
  
• Identify opportunities to improve employee morale, retention, and workplace culture.
  
• Handle employee grievances and conflicts professionally and confidentially.
  

• Maintain and periodically audit employee master data in HRMS platforms.
  
• Ensure accuracy and integrity of employee records.
  
• Support digitisation and automation of HR processes.
  
• Preferred experience with Zoho People, Zoho Recruit, and Zoho Payroll.
  

• Implement, maintain, and audit HR-related QMS processes.
  
• Ensure HR processes and records comply with applicable organisational quality requirements.
  
• Maintain necessary documentation and support internal/external audits.
  
• Identify process gaps and implement corrective and preventive actions where required.
  

• Handle general HR and administrative activities as required.
  
• Coordinate with various departments to ensure smooth employee-related operations.
  
• Maintain confidentiality of employee information and sensitive organisational matters.
  

• Strong knowledge of HR operations, labour laws, and statutory compliance.
  
• Good understanding of HRIS/HRMS systems and HR process digitisation.
  
• Hands-on experience in payroll, attendance, leave, benefits, and employee records management.
  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
  
• Good listening and employee-handling skills.
  
• Good communication skills in English and Kannada.
  
• Strong analytical and data-handling capabilities.
  
• Ability to prepare HR reports, dashboards, presentations, and management updates.
  
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
  
• Knowledge of Google Workspace will be an advantage.
  
• Basic understanding of process flowcharts and process documentation.
  
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
  
• Good negotiation and conflict-resolution skills.
  
• Ability to handle confidential information with maturity and discretion.
  
• HR certification will be an added advantage.
  

• Zoho People
  
• Zoho Recruit
  
• Zoho Payroll
  

• Qualification: MSW – Human Resources Management or related specialisation.
  
• Experience: 4–6 years of relevant HR experience.
  
• Industry: Manufacturing or B2B industry preferred.
  
• Should have practical exposure to HR operations and statutory compliance.
  
• Should be comfortable working with HR data, systems, reports, and digital platforms.
  
• Should possess a proactive approach with a strong people orientation and eye for detail.
  
• Candidates who can independently manage HR processes while collaborating effectively with employees and management will be preferred.