Associate - Human Resources
Mumbai
Job Description:
The Associate – Human Resources will be responsible for supporting the HR function in day-to-day operations, including employee lifecycle management, HR administration, recruitment coordination, and engagement activities. This role is ideal for an HR generalist with 1-2 years of experience looking to grow in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
Company Profile:
Founded in 2011, The Red Pen (TRP) is an independent education consulting company that helps applicants plan their education at the school, college or postgraduate level and also assists institutions to develop student-focused counseling infrastructure.
TRP’s one-on-one consulting, informational programming (virtual and in-person) and thought leadership is designed to transform access to quality education, broaden perspectives and optimize potential across the learning eco-system. Our counselors support applicants as they navigate the complex higher education landscape by advising on admission strategies, application components, and country and college selection.
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Recruitment & Onboarding
- Assist in end-to-end recruitment, including job postings, screening resumes, scheduling interviews, and conducting initial HR interviews.
- Coordinate with hiring managers for interview feedback and offer roll-outs.
- Manage the onboarding process, ensuring seamless integration for new hires, including documentation, induction, and system access setup.
2. Employee Lifecycle Management
- Maintain and update HR records, ensuring accurate employee data management.
- Support in drafting and issuing contracts, agreements, and HR-related letters.
- Track consultant contracts and ensure timely renewals.
3. HR Operations & Administration
- Assist in payroll coordination by ensuring proper documentation for attendance, leaves, and consultant invoices.
- Manage HR platforms, HRIMS updates, and maintain compliance with internal policies.
- Handle exit formalities, including conducting exit interviews and documentation closure.
4. Employee Engagement & Culture Building
- Assist in planning and executing employee engagement initiatives, team events, and festive celebrations.
- Support internal communications related to HR updates and initiatives.
5. Compliance & Policy Adherence
- Ensure compliance with company policies and processes.
- Support in implementing new HR policies and initiatives.
Requirements:
- 1-2 years of experience in an HR generalist role, preferably in a consulting, startup, or fast-paced
environment. - Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
- Strong understanding of HR processes, policies, and best practices.
- Proficiency in HR tools and MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to multitask, stay organized, and work independently.
The Red Pen offers competitive remuneration, rapid learning and growth and significant and varied responsibility to exceptionally driven and motivated candidates. We provide an intellectually stimulating and empowering work environment and place a high emphasis on being an equal-opportunity employer.
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