WE ARE HIRING: Senior Executive – Human Resources

Location: Colombo, Sri Lanka
Employment Type: Full-Time
Industry: Logistics & Supply Chain

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Senior Executive – Human Resources to oversee end-to-end HR operations while supporting employee engagement, HR analytics, compliance, payroll administration, and process improvement initiatives.

The successful candidate will play a key role in managing the employee lifecycle, strengthening HR governance, ensuring statutory compliance, and driving operational excellence through effective use of HRIS platforms and digital tools.

Key Responsibilities

HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Management

• Oversee end-to-end HR operations across the organization.
• Manage employee lifecycle processes including onboarding, confirmations, promotions, transfers, and separations.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date employee records and HR documentation.
• Ensure HR records remain audit-ready and compliant with company standards.

Payroll & Benefits Administration

• Coordinate monthly payroll inputs, including overtime, employee data changes, and payroll-related documentation.
• Ensure payroll information is accurate and submitted within required timelines.
• Oversee employee background verification processes.
• Administer employee benefits and support related employee queries.

Compliance & Policy Management

• Ensure compliance with Sri Lankan labour laws, statutory requirements, and company policies.
• Manage EPF, ETF, and other statutory compliance obligations.
• Develop, implement, review, and maintain HR policies, procedures, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Support internal and external audits related to HR operations.

Employee Engagement & Employee Experience

• Lead employee engagement initiatives and employee communication programmes.
• Coordinate employee connect sessions, surveys, and engagement activities.
• Act as the primary escalation point for employee HR-related concerns and queries.
• Support initiatives that strengthen workplace culture and employee satisfaction.

HR Analytics & Reporting

• Prepare HR reports, dashboards, and management insights.
• Monitor key HR metrics and provide recommendations to support decision-making.
• Analyze workforce data and identify opportunities for improvement.
• Support management with HR-related reporting and business insights.

HR Systems & Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve HR efficiency through automation and digitalization.
• Support effective utilization of HRIS platforms and digital HR tools.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across HR operations.
• Promote the adoption of technology to enhance productivity and employee experience.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Professional qualification in HR will be an added advantage.
• Full or part qualification from CIPM or CIPD will be highly desirable.
• Minimum 3–5 years of experience in HR Operations, Employee Engagement, or a related HR function.
• Strong knowledge of Sri Lankan labour laws and statutory compliance requirements.
• Experience in payroll coordination and HR administration.
• Hands-on experience with HRIS platforms and digital HR systems.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel.
• Confidence in using AI and digital productivity tools.
• Strong analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple HR priorities while working independently and collaboratively.

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