Hi everyone, I am Naresh. I recently completed my MBA in Human Resources and am a fresher. I have been offered a job in a company that specializes in manufacturing pharmaceutical products. The role is in the personnel department at an entry-level position.
I am currently in a dilemma about whether I should accept the job offer or not. Is this a good opportunity for a fresher like me who is looking to build a career in HR? I would appreciate it if experienced professionals could provide me with some advice on this matter.
Thanks and Regards, Naresh
From India, Hyderabad
I am currently in a dilemma about whether I should accept the job offer or not. Is this a good opportunity for a fresher like me who is looking to build a career in HR? I would appreciate it if experienced professionals could provide me with some advice on this matter.
Thanks and Regards, Naresh
From India, Hyderabad
The Importance of Starting in the Personnel Department
The core of HR functions starts from the Personnel Department. This is because it is from the Personnel Department that you will be able to learn statutory compliance, wage and compensation management, negotiations, and trade union relations, etc. That department will give you exposure that is entirely different from your classroom learning.
Since an HR professional is not competent without exposure to labor laws and industrial relation practices, it is always good to get into the Personnel Department. Once you acquire knowledge about pay fixation, statutory compliance, filing of returns, etc., you can use it even when you have climbed the higher ladders of the HR profession.
On the other hand, if you confine yourself to recruitment and other soft sides of HR, you may find it difficult to face the real problems, especially when you become the head of HR and are asked to deal with trade union leaders who are better informed about the rights of employees and the changes taking place in labor laws.
Regards,
Madhu.T.K
From India, Kannur
The core of HR functions starts from the Personnel Department. This is because it is from the Personnel Department that you will be able to learn statutory compliance, wage and compensation management, negotiations, and trade union relations, etc. That department will give you exposure that is entirely different from your classroom learning.
Since an HR professional is not competent without exposure to labor laws and industrial relation practices, it is always good to get into the Personnel Department. Once you acquire knowledge about pay fixation, statutory compliance, filing of returns, etc., you can use it even when you have climbed the higher ladders of the HR profession.
On the other hand, if you confine yourself to recruitment and other soft sides of HR, you may find it difficult to face the real problems, especially when you become the head of HR and are asked to deal with trade union leaders who are better informed about the rights of employees and the changes taking place in labor laws.
Regards,
Madhu.T.K
From India, Kannur
The Value of Corporate Exposure in the Manufacturing Industry
Not everyone is lucky enough to get an opportunity and gain corporate exposure, especially in securing a job in the manufacturing industry. Working in the manufacturing industry will provide you with insights into statutory compliance, compensation & benefits, grievance handling, issues related to unions, labor welfare, and safety, all of which are essential for mastering core HR skills. Don't miss out on this opportunity. Wishing you all the best for your exciting career ahead.
Regards
From India, Chennai
Not everyone is lucky enough to get an opportunity and gain corporate exposure, especially in securing a job in the manufacturing industry. Working in the manufacturing industry will provide you with insights into statutory compliance, compensation & benefits, grievance handling, issues related to unions, labor welfare, and safety, all of which are essential for mastering core HR skills. Don't miss out on this opportunity. Wishing you all the best for your exciting career ahead.
Regards
From India, Chennai
You have the beautiful opportunity to place yourself in the personnel department at the initial stage of your career. This will allow you to learn core HR functions, especially statutory compliance, minimum wages, compensation and benefits, legal compliance audits, and handling trade union grievances.
All the best for your future.
Regards,
Deepak
Manager HR
From India, Hyderabad
All the best for your future.
Regards,
Deepak
Manager HR
From India, Hyderabad
I am Naresh. I too joined the personnel department as a fresher after completing my MBA in a manufacturing unit. I have been designated as a Labour Welfare Officer here. Can anyone suggest a certification course that would add value to my career in HR and IR?
Regards,
Naresh
From India, Hyderabad
Regards,
Naresh
From India, Hyderabad
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