Starting a New Role at a Startup: How Do I Create an Effective Employee Handbook?

Hello, I am starting a new role with a startup company. Please help me with the employee handbook and policy design.

Thanks,
Nisha

Dear Nisha,

I hope this message finds you well. I noticed that you haven't shared the industry type or establishment details of your startup company. It's important to provide this information so that others can offer you the right guidance.

Please note that the employee handbook and policies vary across different industries, with the exception of basic payroll rules as per standard laws. For instance, the rules and policies designed for a garment industry will not necessarily apply to an auto manufacturing industry, although some basic rules will be applicable as per our Indian standard labor laws.

Lastly, you can use the search tab to find employee handbooks and policies. There are plenty of materials available for download, but make sure to study and consider them according to your industry type and requirements.

I hope this helps you in creating the best employee handbook.

I am attaching two files: one sample template and the other a company employee handbook.

Steps to Create an Employee Handbook

I would suggest going through these to grasp the concept and then writing an index or main points of the employee handbook for your company. Describe each point or heading with steps. Refer to laws and regulations for policies in the relevant headings. You may need input from the Resource Manager, Human Resource Manager, Technical Managers, or Travel Manager for employees' trips to customer sites.

Approval Process

Once the draft is ready, give it to the GM for approval, and then to the executive management for review, making it available for employees.