HR Generalist

The HR Generalist will serve as a key resource to ensure the HR department's operations will be running smoothly and effectively to deliver maximum value to the organization as a whole.

Position: HR Generalist

COMPANY OVERVIEW

SJE Consultants Ltd is an Infrastructure Engineering Consultancy Firm based in Kingston, Jamaica. We are a team of strategic thinkers who are fully committed to the ongoing development of our members. We strive to operate with empathy and foster an environment of communication. We are seeking to hire a dedicated HR Generalist to join our team.

JOB SUMMARY

The HR Generalist will serve as a key resource to ensure the HR department’s operations will be running smoothly and effectively to deliver maximum value to the organization as a whole.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

• Strategic business partnering
• Assists with requests, collect and collate information from internal and external stakeholders
• Maintains working knowledge of the company’s operations, working knowledge of the policies, procedures practices and protocols to be able to respond appropriately to enquiries, requests or issues
• Ensure compliance with legal obligations, regulatory standards, and company policies and practices
• Identify staff vacancies and recruit, interview, and select applicants, and conduct onboarding
• Develop, update, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and employee handbook
• Ensure consistent application of policies across the organization
• Maintain personnel files and ensure proper documentation of all HR transactions
• Analyze and recommend changes in compensation and benefit policies to establish competitive programs and ensure compliance with legal requirements.
• Plan and conduct new member orientation consistent with Our Core Values in order to foster positive attitude toward organizational objectives
• Analyze training needs and make appropriate recommendations to enhance member development, retention and organizational growth
• Manage and maintain Human Resource Information Systems (HRIS)
• Generate HR reports and analytics for management decision-making
• Ensure data integrity and confidentiality of employee information
• Draft and distribute internal communications, announcements, and company-wide updates
• Develop and implement employee engagement initiatives and programs
• Coordinate company events, recognition programs, and employee appreciation activities
• Support the performance appraisal process and provide guidance to managers
• Assist in developing and implementing performance improvement plans
• Facilitate goal-setting and performance review meetings
• Investigate employee complaints and grievances
• Mediate workplace conflicts and recommend resolutions
• Maintain positive employee relations and address workplace concerns
• Conduct exit interviews to identify reasons for member termination

QUALIFICATIONS

• BSc/BA in Human Resource Management, Management Studies or equivalent from an accredited college or university
• Additional HR training/certification will be a plus
• Minimum of seven (7) years relevant experience

REQUIREMENTS AND SKILLS

• Understanding of general human resources policies and procedures
• Good knowledge of employment/labour laws
• Outstanding knowledge of MS Office; Human Resource Information Systems
• Strategic business partnering
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Aptitude for problem-solving
• Desire to work as a team with a results driven approach
• Performance management
• Coaching and mentoring
• Training solutions development
• Developing Culture & building employee morale

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.