HR Executive – Employee Relations & Engagement

Job Description

HR Executive – Employee Relations & Engagement Designation: HR Executive – Employee Relations & Engagement Experience: 1 – 4 Years Location: Bengaluru Reporting To: HR Manager / HR Director

Role Overview

We are looking for a proactive, people-oriented HR Executive to manage employee relations, engagement initiatives, and day-to-day HR activities. The ideal candidate should be approachable, empathetic, and capable of building positive employee relationships while ensuring consistent implementation of HR policies and processes. The role will serve as an important link between employees and the HR team, promoting a positive workplace culture, addressing employee concerns, and driving employee engagement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• 1. Employee Relations Serve as the first point of contact for employees on HR-related queries, concerns, and grievances.
• Build positive relationships with employees across departments and levels.
• Address workplace concerns and facilitate timely resolution of employee grievances.
• Support managers in handling employee-related matters, disciplinary issues, and conflict resolution.
• Maintain confidentiality and ensure fair and consistent handling of employee concerns.
• Conduct periodic employee connect sessions and follow up on feedback.
• 2. Employee Engagement & Experience Plan and coordinate employee engagement activities, celebrations, team events, and employee recognition programs.
• Drive initiatives that improve employee morale, satisfaction, and workplace culture.
• Coordinate employee surveys, feedback initiatives, and engagement activities.
• Support internal communication initiatives and ensure employees are informed about company updates, policies, and activities.
• Identify opportunities to improve the overall employee experience.
• 3. HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Coordinate employee onboarding, induction, and orientation activities.
• Support probation reviews, confirmation processes, and employee documentation.
• Coordinate exit formalities, conduct exit interviews, and maintain exit feedback records.
• Assist in maintaining accurate employee records and HR documentation.
• Support attendance, leave, and employee data management through the HRMS.
• 4. Performance & Employee Development Coordinate performance review cycles and follow up with employees and reporting managers.
• Support Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) and related documentation.
• Track employee feedback and coordinate appropriate follow-up actions.
• Assist in identifying employee development and training requirements.
• 5. HR Policies & Compliance Communicate HR policies and ensure employees understand company guidelines.
• Support the implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Assist with statutory compliance documentation and internal HR audits.
• Support POSH awareness initiatives and other workplace compliance programs.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
• 2–4 years of experience in HR, preferably in employee relations, employee engagement, or HR generalist roles.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Strong listening, problem-solving, and employee-handling abilities.
• Ability to manage sensitive employee matters with discretion and confidentiality.
• Good organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple HR activities.
• Working knowledge of HRMS platforms and MS Office / Google Workspace.
• Practical understanding of HR policies, employee lifecycle processes, and basic employment compliance.