Junior Executive - HR | Employee Relations & Recruitment Officer

Human Resources / Recruitment / Training

About the Employer

Job Description

WE ARE HIRING

JUNIOR EXECUTIVE - HR

Role purpose: To run day-to-day HR operations, lead the HR team, and keep HR records, payroll inputs and compliance in order.

Key Responsibilities

  • Focus on recruitment progress and ensure that the approved cadre is fully filled.
  • Monitor daily attendance and payroll reports.
  • Arrange employee relations (ER) activities and support the preparation of ER related reports.
  • Conduct routine audits of day to day HR operations, prepare and submit reports to the HR Manager on a weekly basis.

Qualifications and Requirement

  • Education
    • Degree / Diploma in HR management, business management or a related field, or a diploma in HR with relevant experience.
    • A professional HR qualification (e.g., CIPM or an equivalent diploma) is an advantage.
  • Experience
    • At least 2 years in HR, including payroll processing and employee relations. Experience in a manufacturing or factory environment is an advantage.
    • Some experience supervising or guiding junior staff.
  • Knowledge and skills
    • Good knowledge of Sri Lankan labour laws, including the Shops and Offices Act, Wages Board, EPF/ETF and gratuity.
    • Strong computer skills with MS Office; experience with payroll software is an advantage.
    • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
    • Fluent in Sinhala and English; Tamil (spoken and written) is an advantage.
    • Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines in a factory setting.

EMPLOYEE RELATIONS & RECRUITMENT OFFICER

Araliya Packaging Lanka (Pvt) Ltd - Polonnaruwa is a growing manufacturing company. We are expanding our HR team and are looking for a dedicated, organised professional to manage employee relations and recruitment.

Key Responsibilities

  • Manage the full recruitment cycle: job postings, sourcing, screening, interviews, offers and onboarding.
  • Maintain complete and accurate employee personal files and HR records.
  • Handle employee relations issues including grievances and disciplinary matters; maintain records and advise management; counselling.
  • Support the implementation of HR policies and ensure employees adhere to them.
  • Maintain HR compliance records for audits and management reporting.
  • Work with the HR Manager on HR operations to ensure policy adherence and employee satisfaction.
  • Any other duties as assigned by the HR Manager.

Requirements

  • Degree or diploma in HR management, business management or a related field (a professional HR qualification is an advantage).
  • At least 2-3 years of experience in recruitment and employee relations, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
  • Fluent in English and Tamil (spoken and written); Sinhala knowledge is an advantage.
  • Good knowledge of Sri Lankan labour laws and HR documentation.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Proficiency in MS Office; experience with HR/payroll software is an advantage.

What we offer

  • A competitive salary based on experience.
  • A stable career in a growing manufacturing company.
  • Opportunities to develop your HR career.

How to Apply

Send your CV to hrm@araliyapackaging.com quoting the subject line 'Junior Executive - HR / Employee Relations & Recruitment Officer', or WhatsApp your CV +9477 909 9093.

Araliya Packaging Lanka (Pvt) Ltd.

Industrial Zone, Lakshmana, Polonnaruwa, Sri Lanka

Tel: 077 909 9093