Feeling Stuck in My New HR Role: Should I Stay or Start Job Hunting?

Dear Seniors, I joined a manufacturing company three months ago. I have over five years of experience as an HR generalist. In my new company, I've introduced HR-related activities that were not present before. The problem I'm facing is that my CEO does not allow me to discuss HR activities with him. He insists that I coordinate with the admin staff, and only they can report my work to the CEO. They have not assigned any tasks to me yet. Whenever I implement HR activities, they delay reporting to the CEO. My CEO is uninterested in discussing my work, and I haven't received an appointment letter either. Every day, I remind the admin staff about my appointment letter, and they keep saying they will discuss it with the CEO and release it either today or tomorrow.

Seeking Advice

Please suggest how I can handle this situation. Should I search for another job?

Note: I previously worked in this company for two years after completing my postgraduate studies.

Please advise and help me. I feel like I am wasting time here without any activities, which is hindering my growth.

Regards

Hi Cynthia,

In most companies, internal politics exist. Since you have prior experience with this company, you may be familiar with the company's policies and practices. Companies typically do not pay for idle time. It would be best to communicate directly with the CEO to clarify your job profile and responsibilities.

I hope this revision helps convey your message clearly and professionally. If you have any further questions or need assistance, feel free to ask.

Addressing Communication Challenges with Management

Talk, talk until you get a reply; persuade the management to respond to you. You can solve it through face-to-face discussions. You must be very tactful and find time to speak to them and get things done. Hope you can understand the point.

Dear Seniors,

I'm newly joined in one of the manufacturing companies three months ago. I have over 5 years of experience as an HR generalist. In my new company, I've introduced HR-related activities that are not present in my current company. The problem I am facing now is that my CEO is not allowing me to discuss HR activities with him. He insists that I coordinate with the admin team. Only the admin personnel can report my work to the CEO. They have not assigned any tasks to me yet. Whenever I implement HR activities, they delay reporting to the CEO. Moreover, my CEO shows no interest in discussing my work. I have not even received my appointment letter. Every day, I approach the admin team regarding my appointment letter, and they keep saying they will discuss it with the CEO and release the letter "today or tomorrow."

Please suggest how I should handle this situation. Should I look for another job? Note: I previously worked in this company for two years after completing my PG. Please advise and assist me. I feel like I am wasting time here, as the lack of activities is hindering my professional growth.

Regards,
K.B

Often in manufacturing companies, HR is not treated as a separate department, especially where top management doesn't recognize or realize its importance. To my mind, you're being ignored because HR is disregarded there. My suggestion would be not to waste your valuable time anymore. You can take some time to convince the CEO to showcase the benefits of HR, but not too much.

Regards,
Zakir
Bangladesh

I believe this member has a valid point. I would suggest that you may try to persuade the management once, but not too much. Also, keep in mind to take care of your career and growth. At the end of the day, your career is more important than spoiling it with this kind of company. Growth is associated with you and the company as well. They cannot ignore an employee who wants to put in much hard work and sincerity. Finally, the career is most important, as I stress it again.

HR in Manufacturing Companies

Often in manufacturing companies, HR is not treated as a separate department, especially where top management doesn't recognize or realize its importance. To my mind, you're being ignored because HR is ignored there. My suggestion would be not to waste your valuable time anymore. You can take some time to convince the CEO to show HR benefits, but not too much.

Regards,
Zakir
Bangladesh

Thank you for your reply. How should I start to speak with my CEO? He is very strict and doesn't even give time to speak with the staff. How can I approach him? Please suggest.

Regards,
Cynthia

With your expertise, try to find some time with him. It must be a time when you can persuade him on the issue and find a solution. You are the best judge to decide on the proper timing to speak to him.