Struggling to Transition from HR Recruiter to Generalist? Seeking Advice and Resources!

Hi Everyone, I completed my MBA last year and am working as an HR Recruiter in a consulting firm. I have 1.5 years of experience in IT/Non-IT recruitment, but now I want to learn more about HR Operations/Generalist profiles. I have no knowledge of HR generalist profiles. Can you suggest any courses or resources that can help me gain experience and learn all HR Operations? I have applied on Naukri portals but have not received any calls for generalist roles. Please help me out.

Regards, Kanika Mirg

Hi Kanika, you hold a master's degree in HR, so there is no need for you to pursue any other full-fledged course just to learn HR operations because an MBA covers it all! Moreover, experience is the best training of all!

Career Path in HR Generalist Profile

The best way is to keep applying for management trainee jobs at the HR generalist level. There are lots of HR profiles that have a 70:30 ratio scenario, where 70% is recruitment and 30% is handling joining formalities, regularizing attendance, and assisting in exit formalities. This type of job would suit you best at this juncture to make an entry into the HR generalist profile.

If you are updated with statutory compliance and have proficient knowledge of Excel, then some companies might also be willing to take you on board to assist in payroll.

Bagging a job is not a cakewalk, so do not get bogged down if you haven't received any calls from employers. Keep applying for jobs that are relevant as mentioned above. Be open to salary negotiations so that your profile is considered. You are at a juncture of finding a stepping stone, so do not be hasty or rigid; be open to something that will come across in a generalist profile for you.

Good luck!

Hi,

I completed a diploma in MBA through distance learning. Do I need to learn statutory compliance from any institute?

MBA or diploma? Both are two different courses. Do you mean MBA distance learning or simply PGDHRM? What were the topics covered under that program?

Nevertheless, first, you need to know what statutory compliance is. There is no institute offering you it. Go through this link: https://www.citehr.com/93257-what-st...-download.html

Key Responsibilities of an HR Generalist

Generalist profiles include a variety of roles that may vary from company to company. Some key responsibilities typically associated with a generalist role are:

1. Selection and joining formalities.
2. Onboarding and induction.
3. PF forms, bank account opening, employee IDs, etc.
4. Maintaining, modifying, and updating HR policies as required.
5. HRIS software updates.
6. Leave management.
7. Attendance records.
8. Payroll management.
9. Performance appraisal.
10. Employee engagement activities.
11. Reward and recognition.
12. Employee grievances.
13. Legal compliance and statutory laws knowledge.
14. Exit formalities, etc.

You can learn to handle these responsibilities when you join a company by seeking help from your seniors or mentors. While there are courses available, practical knowledge is best gained on the job. Consider adding more keywords to your resume besides recruitment to increase your chances of being shortlisted for a generalist role.