Feeling Stuck: Should I Pursue a Recruiter or Generalist Role for My Next HR Job?

Hello Sr. HR professional, I have two years of experience as an HR Executive in an IT/Software company. For the past two years, I have been involved in both profiles because I have worked in a small-scale company until now. So, I am the single person who has to handle the entire recruitment life cycle as well as payroll and other HR operations. This time, I want to change my job. The reason is that I want to join a big organization for my personal and professional growth. However, I am unable to make a decision now regarding whether I should apply for a Recruiter or Generalist profile. Sometimes, I am tired from recruitment because our company operates on a 6-day workweek, with a working time of 9 hours. As a result, most experienced candidates refuse to join us. Additionally, I have to handle employee attendance, listen to their work-related issues, manage their appraisals, handle payroll, conduct exit formalities if anyone leaves the company, and manage many other day-to-day activities. Please suggest to me, should I start searching for a job in HR Admin/Operation/Generalist profile? Or should I apply for an IT Recruiter position? Kindly reply!

Thanks,

You should judge your inclination about the profile. If you like recruitment, you can take up a job in that field. If you prefer a generalist profile, you can try for that. However, if you opt for a generalist profile and aim to join a large organization, you will be assigned specific activities that may not encompass all aspects of a generalist role.

Hello! It sounds like you have a lot of experience handling various HR functions, including recruitment, payroll, employee relations, and more. It's great that you are looking for new opportunities to grow professionally and personally.

Choosing Between Recruiter and Generalist Profiles

As for whether you should apply for a Recruiter or Generalist profile, it really depends on your interests and career goals. If you enjoy recruitment and want to specialize in that area, then applying for IT Recruiter roles might be a good fit for you. On the other hand, if you want to broaden your HR experience and handle a wider range of HR functions, then applying for Generalist roles might be a better fit.

Considering Burnout and Workload

If you are feeling burned out from handling all the HR functions on your own in your current role, then it might be a good idea to consider applying for HR Generalist positions. These types of roles often involve a wider range of HR functions, which could help alleviate some of the stress and workload that you are currently experiencing.

Ultimately, it's important to consider your interests, strengths, and career goals when deciding which types of HR roles to pursue. You might also consider researching different job postings and company profiles to see which roles and organizations align with your goals and values.

Best of luck with your job search!