Understanding the Role of HR Professionals
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HR jobs are not only about conducting interviews and appointing new personnel in a company (as generally assumed), but these are just small parts of the whole array of other responsibilities and functionalities that one has to perform in this role. HR in any company or sector is the key link between management and employees. All decisions related to employees are linked with this role. A strong and effective HR professional will be a key factor in the progress and success of any industry. Specialization is required at certain levels depending on the industry, but the basic requirements remain the same. HR, in general, has the same job responsibilities across the globe in any industry or sector. It is not limited to any one company. All HR professionals are expected to perform certain duties that fall under their Key Result Areas.
Key Responsibilities of HR Professionals
Their job responsibilities include:
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Recruitment: The success of recruiters and employment specialists is generally measured by the number of positions they fill and the time it takes to fill those positions.
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Compensation and Benefits: This is the most important and responsible KRA. HR functions include setting compensation structures and evaluating competitive pay practices.
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Employee Relations: The primary reason for an HR department in any organization is to maintain a healthy relationship between employees and management. It is the duty of HR to ensure effective communication within both.
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Safety: Workplace safety is a critical factor. Employers have an obligation to provide a safe working environment for employees. One of the primary functions of HR is to support workplace safety.
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Compliance: Compliance with labor and employment laws applicable to the organization is a critical HR function. Noncompliance can result in workplace complaints based on unfair employment practices, unsafe working conditions, and general dissatisfaction with working conditions that can affect productivity and ultimately, profitability.
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Training and Development: Employers must provide employees with the tools necessary for their success, which often means giving new employees extensive orientation training to help them transition into a new organizational culture. An HR professional understands and assesses the need for employee training for the growth of both the employee and the company.
Companies now have specialized individuals for each of these duties, based on the number of employees and the size of the organization.
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