HR Manager

Location: Baku, Azerbaijan

Reporting to: Director

General Provisions

• The Human Resource (HR) Manager must possess a higher education degree and professional qualifications in HR or related fields.
• Reports directly to the Director and ensures alignment with organizational objectives.
• The HR Manager is appointed and dismissed by the Director’s order.

Key Responsibilities

Recruitment and Staffing:

• Manage the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, interviewing, and onboarding employees.
• Collaborate with department heads to forecast hiring needs and create job descriptions.
• Maintain relationships with recruitment agencies, universities, and other talent sources.

Policy and Compliance:

• Develop, implement, and update HR policies, procedures, and systems to ensure legal compliance and alignment with best practices.
• Monitor adherence to labor laws and provide regular updates to staff and management.

Workforce Planning:

• Plan and forecast workforce requirements in alignment with strategic goals.
• Maintain an updated employee database, tracking work experience, education, salary, and performance metrics.

Employee Development and Training:

• Organize onboarding programs, training sessions, and professional development activities.
• Collaborate with managers to create individualized development plans for employees.

Performance Management:

• Implement performance appraisal systems, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.
• Provide guidance on goal setting, employee reviews, and career development.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Develop competitive salary and benefits structures to attract and retain talent.
• Manage payroll processes and ensure accuracy in salary payments and social insurance contributions.

Employee Relations and Engagement:

• Act as the main point of contact for employee concerns and resolve workplace conflicts.
• Organize team-building activities and wellness programs to foster a positive work environment.

HR Reporting and Analysis:

• Prepare monthly and annual HR reports for management.
• Track key HR metrics, including turnover rates, training effectiveness, and recruitment timelines.

Disciplinary and Legal Issues:

• Handle disciplinary actions and ensure proper documentation in compliance with internal policies and labor laws.
• Oversee employment termination processes, including exit interviews and clearance formalities.

Strategic Contribution:

• Advise management on organizational changes and their implications for staff.
• Assist in budget planning related to HR initiatives.

Additional Rights

• Access to all employee-related records and data for decision-making purposes.
• Recommend improvements to organizational strategies related to HR.
• Collaborate directly with the management team on operational and strategic planning.
• Utilize allocated budgets effectively for HR activities.

Qualifications and Skills

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Experience: 5+ years of experience in HR management, preferably within the education or hospitality sectors.

Skills:

• Strong knowledge of labor laws and regulations in Azerbaijan.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in HR software and tools (e.g., HRIS).
• Strategic thinking with attention to detail.
• Fluency in Azerbaijani, English, and Russian is an advantage.
• Performance Evaluation

The HR Manager’s performance will be assessed based on:

• Successful recruitment and retention rates.
• Employee satisfaction and engagement levels.
• Efficiency in policy implementation and compliance.
• Accuracy and timeliness of reports and records.