HR Assistant

HR Assistant

Job Role and Responsibilities:

• Answer incoming calls to directed to the HR representative 

• Post/Upload Job Advertisements on Caribbean Jobs

• Post Job Advertisements in the Gleaner 

• Screen resumes and shortlist candidates for interviews

• Schedule interviews for shortlisted candidates

• Maintain & update  physical and electronic employee files

• Handle all leave requests and update employee sick, maternity and vacation leave in company software  

• Prepare memos and advisories 

• Prepare job and recommendation letters requested by staff

• Prepare employment letters and  job contracts  for new staff

• Assist with orientation for new staff 

• Any other tasks assigned by the manager that may not be outlined in this list

Qualifications Experience and Skills Required:

• Associate Degree in Human Resource Management/Development 

• Proven experience in human resources 

• Excellent knowledge of Jamaica Labour Laws would be an asset 

• Great interpersonal and communication skills 

• Attention to detail

• Good time management skills