Feeling Stuck in a Front Office Role Instead of HR: How Can I Address This Situation?

I am working in a company that is very new. At the time of the interview, I was told that I would be joining as an HR manager, and I received the offer letter for the same. The company informed me that for the first month, I would be sitting in the front office because they had not hired any front office executive. I agreed to that, but now it's been more than six months that I am sitting in the front office. If I initiate a conversation about this, they complain that they have a shortage of space.

Also, I am neither handling any HR work nor am I allowed to conduct interviews. In addition to that, they are assigning me data entry work, which I was not aware I would be doing. Furthermore, I receive a scolding if I don't complete the data entry work, which is very strange. They are terminating employees without any warning letter, which is not in line with the rules. (It's worth mentioning that I don't have any HR rights despite being one.)

Steps to Take in This Situation

What steps can I take in this situation? Please help! TIA

You did not mention in which organization you are working. Generally, in any private sector undertaking, during the initial setup process, it is common for staff members to have this type of experience. Although you were hired for an HR position, it is possible that your organization is not yet officially recognized as a company. You should consider this aspect.

Another issue is that you may not challenge the management's decision to terminate employees' services; it is not your responsibility. If anyone asks you about the legal implications of such terminations, you can simply state that you are not handling HR functions. If you are not satisfied with your current role, consider seeking another HR position and resign from the current one. This might be the best solution for you.

Regards

I suggest you look for another job right now. You have sufficient reason to quit since the job profile they make you do now bears no resemblance to what was given on your offer letter. All the best.

Regards,

This is a very common phenomenon; many people do not like their job profile at times, even if committed by the management and supported by the appointment letter. The best option left for you is to look for a job of your choice and change at an appropriate time, completing all formalities and statutes.

Warm regards,
Sourav Mukherjee