HR Operations Associate

Location: New Delhi (Hybrid WFO 3 days/week) Experience: 1-3 years Type: Consulting- 5 months (Full time), Joining: 1st December 2025 to 1st May 2026 Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field About Arthan: Arthan is a social enterprise committed to transforming human capital in India's social impact space. We work with organizations in the impact sector to support them across the functions of hiring, building HR policies & processes, and organizational development. Arthan actively engages with stakeholders across the ecosystem to identify and address key human capital challenges and opportunities, with a goal of strengthening the impact sector as a whole. We also run an exclusive employment platform for social impact jobs in India www.arthancareers.com supporting both employers and job seekers in the sector. About the Role: We are looking for a dedicated and detail-oriented HR Operations Associate to join our growing HR team at Arthan. The ideal candidate will bring 13 years of experience in HR operations, with strong skills in end to end recruitment, payroll, compliance, performance management, employee records and managementThis is an exciting opportunity to contribute to the development of people-centric processes and help shape a thriving workplace culture. Note: Candidates who demonstrate strong performance during the 5-month consulting period particularly in turnaround time (TAT), operational efficiency, and successful role closures will be considered for full-time employment (FTE)  Key Responsibilities: Recruitment & Onboarding Review resumes, conduct initial screenings, and coordinate interviews with hiring managersAssist in evaluating candidates and drafting job offersSupport a smooth onboarding process, ensuring all documentation is complete and accurateProactively source and shortlist candidates for open positionsWork closely with HR colleagues throughout the recruitment cycle and keep the HR Manager updated on progress 2. Salary Administration Maintain accurate and confidential employee compensation recordsRespond to employee salary-related queries and provide timely resolutions Share updates and issues with the HR Manager for timely interventions 3. Employee Records Management Maintain and regularly update employee data in the HRISKeep a track of employee attendance and ensure timely updates in recordsConduct periodic audits and ensure compliance with data protection regulationsCollaborate with other HR team members to ensure consistency and 4. Reporting & Analysis Generate regular reports related to payroll, compliance, and performance metricsSupport the HR team with insights and data-driven suggestions to improve processesKeep the HR Manager informed with timely reports and relevant observations 5. Asset Coordination Liaise with the Office Manager to ensure new hires receive necessary equipment (e.g., laptops)Track and maintain onboarding-related asset records 6. Festivity Budgeting & Execution Prepare budgets for office celebrations and present them to the HR ManagerPlan and execute approved festive activities in coordination with the Office ManagerSupport internal communication and engagement around events Additional Responsibilities: Collaborate across HR, Finance, and department teams to align HR operations with organizational goalsTrain new joinees on payroll and HR-related processesContribute to internal HR projects focused on process improvements and operational efficiency Qualifications: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (preferred)1-3 years of relevant experience in HR operationsProficiency in HRIS and MS Office SuiteStrong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and problem-solving abilityExcellent communication and interpersonal skills Compensation Annual Compensation:A competitive annual salary aligned with industry standards, commensurate with experience and qualifications, negotiable based on experience Why Join Arthan? At Arthan, you’ll be part of a mission-driven organization working at the intersection of people and purpose. If you're an HR professional passionate about building strong systems and nurturing organizational culture, we’d love to hear from you