HR Onboarding Support Associate (Contract)

We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive HR Onboarding Support Associate to join our HR Operations team on a contract basis. In this role, you will be the primary point of contact for new hires, ensuring a seamless, welcoming, and compliant transition into the company. You will manage the entire onboarding lifecycle—from post-offer acceptance to the new hire's first few weeks—while ensuring strictly aligned data management and verification processes.

Key Responsibilities

New Hire Coordination & Communication

• Act as the main point of contact for new hires to answer queries regarding joining dates, documentation, and company policies.
• Send out welcome emails, onboarding schedules, and logistics information timely.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (IT, Admin, Security) to arrange hardware (laptops), building access passes, and workstations.
  
  

Documentation & Compliance

• Collect and verify all mandatory pre-employment documentation (educational certificates, experience letters, payslips, PAN, Aadhaar).
• Initiate and track background verification (BGV) checks through external vendors, escalating discrepancies immediately.
• Maintain digital employee records ensuring 100% compliance with audit standards.
  
  

Day-1 Induction Facilitation

• Conduct Day-1 HR induction sessions, presenting company culture, policies, and benefits overview.
• Assist new hires with completing statutory forms (Provident Fund/PF, Gratuity, Insurance enrollments).
• Ensure a smooth handoff to respective hiring managers and team buddies.
  
  

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Experience: 1–3 years of experience in HR Operations or HR Shared Services, with a heavy focus on onboarding and BGV processes.
• Tools: Proficiency with HRIS systems (e.g., Workday, SuccessFactors, or Darwinbox) and the MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Teams).
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written English communication skills; fluency in Tamil is a strong plus for local coordination.
• Attributes: High attention to detail, ability to handle sensitive/confidential data, and a customer-service mindset to welcome new employees.
  
  

What We Offer

• Exposure to a fast-paced corporate HR environment.
• Opportunities to work with modern HR tools and global practices.
  
  

Skills: hr operations,onboarding,documentation