New to HR in a Startup IT Company: How Do I Kickstart My Career Successfully?

Hi, I joined as an HR in a startup IT company. Basically, I'm from an MSc computer science background with prior experience in recruitment. I'm very new to this HR field. Can anyone guide me on how to start my career in the best way and what I have to do?

What is the manpower employed in the company? How old is it?

Understanding Your Role and Expectations

First, assess your role clearly with your employer and understand their expectations. Then, plan your roadmap accordingly. Unless it is clear, you may not satisfy your employer with the assignments that come your way.

Handling Challenges in HR

It may be difficult to resolve all issues you encounter during service due to a lack of expertise in all fields of HR. It can also be challenging to seek support from outside in every situation you face. You need to use and understand general sense to find solutions to issues.

Regards

You have already joined a company, and you are asking us for advice about your career? Or do you want to know how to set up an HR department in your organization? If so, please use the research tab provided on this site, which will help you explore a wealth of information. For now, please go through the following links:

- [HR Department Start-Up](https://www.citehr.com/463739-hr-department-start-up.html#post2067445)
- [How to Set Up a New HR Department](https://www.citehr.com/65299-how-set-up-new-hr-department.html#post277631)

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Hi Mahesh Nair, I want to know how to set up an HR Department. As I don't have an educational background in HR, it's very difficult for me to understand things. I would appreciate your help in developing my skills and implementing the same.

Hi, I want to know what the HR activities are in a start-up company. What are the value-added things I can do for my company? Currently, I am tracking attendance, organizing events, managing the joining process, handling recruitment, maintaining employee records, and resolving some employee issues. However, I want to do more. Please guide me on this.

You need to understand the practices followed in the companies around your company and create policies regarding time and attendance discipline in the work area.

Creating Employee Records

Regarding creating records or data of employees, try to establish records from CV to offer, and any correspondence related to career development. This will help track the growth of employees.

Employee Engagement and Welfare

Cover all employees with statutory obligations, organize entertainment programs and welfare activities, festivities, sports, and games. For the same, seek a budget and approval for spending from management.

Keeping employees in a good mood to contribute to good results is a major role of HR. At present, you need not think more. You may introduce procedures as and when required. All the best.