Job Description (JD)HR & Talent Acquisition Officer
Organization: Technovalley
Department: Human Resources
Location: Kochi, Kerala
Reports To: HR Manager / General Manager / Director
Position Overview
The HR & Talent Acquisition Officer will be responsible for managing the end-to-end recruitment process and supporting core human resource functions of the organization. The role requires identifying, attracting, and hiring qualified candidates while ensuring smooth onboarding, employee engagement, HR compliance, and personnel administration.
Key ResponsibilitiesTalent Acquisition & Recruitment
- Manage the complete recruitment lifecycle from manpower requisition to onboarding.
- Source candidates through job portals, social media platforms, professional networks, employee referrals, and campus recruitment initiatives.
- Screen resumes and shortlist candidates based on job requirements.
- Conduct preliminary interviews and coordinate technical and management interviews.
- Schedule interviews and communicate effectively with candidates throughout the hiring process.
- Maintain candidate databases and recruitment records.
- Prepare and issue offer letters, appointment letters, and related employment documentation.
- Build talent pipelines for future hiring requirements.
- Develop relationships with colleges, universities, and training institutions for recruitment partnerships.
- Participate in job fairs, placement drives, and recruitment campaigns.
Human Resources Operations
- Facilitate employee onboarding and induction programs.
- Maintain employee records and HR documentation.
- Monitor attendance, leave records, and employee data.
- Support payroll preparation by maintaining accurate employee information.
- Assist in implementing HR policies and procedures.
- Handle employee queries and provide HR support.
- Coordinate employee confirmation, appraisal, promotion, and separation processes.
- Ensure compliance with labor laws and company regulations.
- Assist in employee engagement and retention initiatives.
HR Administration
- Maintain confidential personnel records and employee files.
- Generate HR reports and recruitment metrics.
- Support training and development activities.
- Coordinate internal communications and HR-related events.
- Ensure proper documentation of employee lifecycle activities.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Management, Psychology, or related field.
- MBA in Human Resource Management preferred.
- Professional HR certifications will be an added advantage.
Experience
- 1 to 5 years of experience in Human Resources and Recruitment.
- Experience in IT, Technology, Training, Education, Consulting, or Skill Development sectors preferred.
Required Skills
- Strong recruitment and interviewing skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication.
- Knowledge of HR practices and labor regulations.
- Ability to handle confidential information professionally.
- Proficiency in MS Office and HR software tools.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities.
- Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Time-to-fill positions.
- Quality of hires.
- Offer-to-joining ratio.
- Employee retention during probation period.
- Recruitment target achievement.
- Employee onboarding effectiveness.
- HR documentation accuracy and compliance.
- Employee satisfaction and engagement support.
Preferred Attributes
- Positive attitude and professional demeanor.
- Strong people management skills.
- Result-oriented and target-driven approach.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
- Passion for talent development and organizational growth.
Pay: ₹18,000.00 - ₹23,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
