New HR in a Small IT Company: How Do I Establish Effective Policies and Practices?

I recently joined an IT company that employs around 30 people. I am the first HR professional that the company has, and it is now my responsibility to establish proper HR practices.

Until now, there have been minimal (almost no) written policies in place. I am seeking assistance in implementing these rules. Are there any specific clauses that I should consider adding, particularly for an IT company?

I would also appreciate any ideas on how to introduce these policies to the employees effectively. Any suggestions or cautions you may have would be greatly helpful!

Thank you.

Regards

- Study the company objectives and mission.
- Study what the management is expecting from the Human Resource department.
- Do some manpower planning. Study where and how much manpower is required.
- Prepare policies in interaction with the management.
- Come up with some motivational schemes like incentives, etc.
- Study the statutory part like returns and licenses, etc.

Hope it's of some help.

Regards,
Rajeev Dixit