Junior HR Recruiter

Job Title: Junior HR Recruiter / HR Operations Executive

Department: Human Resources / Talent Acquisition / HR Operations

Experience: 0–1 Year (Freshers Can Apply)

Employment Type: Full-Time

Job Location: Bangalore, Karnataka

Qualification: BBA / B.Com / BA / B.Sc. / MBA / PGDM / Any Graduate

Job Summary

We are looking for an enthusiastic, organized, and people-oriented Junior HR Recruiter / HR Operations Executive (Fresher) to join our Human Resources team in Bangalore.

The selected candidate will support recruitment activities, employee onboarding, HR documentation, employee database management, attendance and leave administration, and daily HR operations.

The ideal candidate should possess strong communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, basic knowledge of HR processes, and a willingness to learn recruitment and human resource management practices.

Key Responsibilities

1. Recruitment & Talent Acquisition

• Assist in sourcing candidates through job portals, LinkedIn, employee referrals, and other recruitment channels.
• Post job openings on relevant recruitment platforms.
• Screen resumes based on job descriptions and hiring requirements.
• Conduct initial candidate screening calls.
• Shortlist suitable candidates for further interview rounds.
• Maintain candidate databases and recruitment trackers.

2. Interview Scheduling & Coordination

• Schedule interviews between candidates and hiring managers.
• Communicate interview details and instructions to candidates.
• Coordinate HR, technical, and managerial interview rounds.
• Follow up with candidates regarding interview availability.
• Collect interview feedback and update candidate statuses.
• Ensure timely communication throughout the recruitment process.

3. Employee Onboarding & Joining Formalities

• Assist in coordinating joining formalities for new employees.
• Collect and verify employee documents.
• Support the preparation of offer letters, appointment letters, and onboarding documentation.
• Coordinate employee induction and orientation activities.
• Maintain employee joining records and onboarding checklists.
• Ensure a smooth onboarding experience for new hires.

4. HR Operations & Administration

• Support day-to-day HR administrative activities.
• Maintain employee records and HR databases.
• Assist in managing attendance, leave, and employee information.
• Coordinate with employees regarding HR-related queries.
• Support the implementation of HR policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate HR documentation and reports.

5. Attendance, Leave & Payroll Support

• Assist in maintaining employee attendance records.
• Track leave applications and leave balances.
• Support the collection and verification of payroll inputs.
• Coordinate with payroll teams regarding attendance and employee data.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee salary and personal information.
• Assist in resolving basic attendance and leave-related queries.

6. Employee Engagement & HR Communication

• Support employee engagement activities and internal HR initiatives.
• Assist in organizing employee events, celebrations, and training sessions.
• Communicate HR announcements and policy updates.
• Respond to routine employee queries professionally.
• Coordinate with different departments for HR-related activities.
• Promote a positive and collaborative work environment.

7. HR Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare and maintain recruitment and employee-related reports.
• Update HR trackers, spreadsheets, and employee databases.
• Maintain records of interviews, onboarding, attendance, and leave.
• Assist in preparing weekly and monthly HR reports.
• Ensure accuracy and confidentiality of HR documentation.

Required Technical & Functional Skills

1. Recruitment Fundamentals

• Basic understanding of the recruitment life cycle.
• Knowledge of candidate sourcing and resume screening.
• Familiarity with interview scheduling and coordination.
• Understanding of job descriptions and candidate evaluation.
• Awareness of recruitment platforms such as LinkedIn, Naukri, and Indeed.

2. HR Operations

• Basic understanding of employee onboarding and HR administration.
• Knowledge of employee records and documentation.
• Familiarity with attendance and leave management.
• Basic awareness of payroll processes.
• Understanding of employee engagement and HR policies.

3. HRMS & ATS Tools

• Basic understanding of Human Resource Management Systems (HRMS).
• Awareness of Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
• Ability to maintain employee and candidate databases.
• Willingness to learn HR software and recruitment automation tools.

4. MS Office & Reporting

• Good knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with Google Sheets and Google Workspace.
• Ability to maintain recruitment and HR trackers.
• Basic knowledge of Excel formulas, sorting, and filtering.
• Ability to prepare HR reports and presentations.

5. HR Compliance Awareness

• Basic understanding of employee confidentiality and data privacy.
• Awareness of workplace policies and professional conduct.
• Familiarity with employment documentation.
• Basic knowledge of statutory HR concepts such as PF, ESI, and professional tax will be an advantage.

Required Soft Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and relationship-building abilities.
• Good organizational and time-management skills.
• Attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to multitask and manage priorities.
• Strong coordination and follow-up skills.
• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Professionalism and confidentiality.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Positive attitude and willingness to learn.
• Empathy and employee-focused communication.

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Commerce, Arts, Science, or a related discipline.
• BBA, B.Com, BA, B.Sc., or equivalent qualifications.
• MBA / PGDM in Human Resources will be an added advantage.
• Graduates from other disciplines with strong communication and organizational skills are also eligible.
• Fresh graduates from the 2025 and 2026 batches are encouraged to apply.

Preferred Qualifications

• Internship experience in HR, recruitment, or administration.
• Basic understanding of recruitment and employee onboarding.
• Familiarity with LinkedIn, Naukri, or other job portals.
• Knowledge of MS Excel and HR reporting.
• Basic understanding of HRMS or ATS platforms.
• Exposure to attendance and leave management.
• Familiarity with employee engagement activities.
• Basic awareness of HR policies and compliance requirements.
• Good professional communication and coordination skills.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Number of relevant candidates sourced and shortlisted.
• Accuracy of resume screening and candidate records.
• Interview scheduling and coordination efficiency.
• Timely completion of onboarding activities.
• Accuracy of employee records and HR documentation.
• Attendance and leave data accuracy.
• Recruitment tracker and HRMS update consistency.
• Response time for employee and candidate queries.
• Adherence to HR policies and confidentiality requirements.
• Timely completion of assigned HR operational tasks.
• Contribution to employee engagement and HR initiatives.

Ideal Candidate

We are seeking a motivated, responsible, and people-oriented fresher who is interested in building a career in Human Resources, Recruitment, and HR Operations.

The candidate should demonstrate strong communication skills, good organizational abilities, attention to detail, and a willingness to interact with candidates and employees.

An interest in recruitment technology, employee management, HR administration, and workplace processes will be an added advantage.

The candidate should be eager to learn, collaborate with HR professionals, and contribute to efficient recruitment and employee management operations.