Hi Sonai,
I would suggest you continue with the same job and try to convince your employer by showing him the legal procedures mentioned in law books. Also, try to establish small policies, keeping in mind that they should benefit both the employee and employer.
Regarding the leave policy, I think most companies follow a similar policy, but consider increasing the number of leaves per annum as an option to improve employee satisfaction with HR.
Provident Fund (PF) should cover all employees, irrespective of the Cost to Company (CTC), with the amount deducted according to the CTC and the employer contributing the same amount as well.
Employees earning less than 10,000 are eligible for Employee State Insurance (ESI). As per legal requirements, ESI is mandatory for covered employees. Failure to provide ESI coverage may result in the company receiving a legal notice from the court. Make sure to explain this to the management.
Create a list of employees by department and have them sign a register before starting work.
Stay in contact with employees for their queries and suggestions.
Wishing you all the best.
Regards,
Sushma
From India, Hyderabad
1I would suggest you continue with the same job and try to convince your employer by showing him the legal procedures mentioned in law books. Also, try to establish small policies, keeping in mind that they should benefit both the employee and employer.
Regarding the leave policy, I think most companies follow a similar policy, but consider increasing the number of leaves per annum as an option to improve employee satisfaction with HR.
Provident Fund (PF) should cover all employees, irrespective of the Cost to Company (CTC), with the amount deducted according to the CTC and the employer contributing the same amount as well.
Employees earning less than 10,000 are eligible for Employee State Insurance (ESI). As per legal requirements, ESI is mandatory for covered employees. Failure to provide ESI coverage may result in the company receiving a legal notice from the court. Make sure to explain this to the management.
Create a list of employees by department and have them sign a register before starting work.
Stay in contact with employees for their queries and suggestions.
Wishing you all the best.
Regards,
Sushma
From India, Hyderabad
Hi Sonia,
In the starting phase of the career, we have to go through certain difficulties. Those who overcome these difficulties are the only achievers in their life. I think you are the only one who can judge the situation correctly. If you think your morals and your ethics will no longer align with this job, then start looking for another job. And if you believe that you can make positive changes in that organization, then start a revolution. It also depends on how the owner of that company is.
The most important thing I will say to you is never be disheartened and don't make any hasty decisions.
ALL THE BEST FOR YOUR BRIGHT FUTURE! :icon1:
Regards,
Ms. Gunjan
From India, Delhi
In the starting phase of the career, we have to go through certain difficulties. Those who overcome these difficulties are the only achievers in their life. I think you are the only one who can judge the situation correctly. If you think your morals and your ethics will no longer align with this job, then start looking for another job. And if you believe that you can make positive changes in that organization, then start a revolution. It also depends on how the owner of that company is.
The most important thing I will say to you is never be disheartened and don't make any hasty decisions.
ALL THE BEST FOR YOUR BRIGHT FUTURE! :icon1:
Regards,
Ms. Gunjan
From India, Delhi
Dear Sonai,
I think you should continue with this job and slowly and gradually, you should try to make them understand the role of HR in the organization and how HR works. You have to handle the situation very smoothly, as things will be fine as time goes by.
From India, Ahmadabad
I think you should continue with this job and slowly and gradually, you should try to make them understand the role of HR in the organization and how HR works. You have to handle the situation very smoothly, as things will be fine as time goes by.
From India, Ahmadabad
Yes, I think Rajiv is right. I am also working in a software company, and similarly, my MD prefers that I don't need a mediator between me and employees. Initially, he didn't prefer to keep even a register; however, after six months, he realized that it's wrong. So, give your employer time and try to explain to him the legal liabilities.
Regards,
Jayana
From India, Ahmadabad
Regards,
Jayana
From India, Ahmadabad
Hi, Sonia I guess the employer should keep a personal assistant instead of the HR. better u search sometime else and use your talent there. :icon6: pallavi
From India, Madras
From India, Madras
I was going through the discussions. Let us look at the situation in a slightly different way. The biggest positive is the employer wanted to hire an HR, and he hired one. So, the bottom line is he wants to do activities in his organization. Now the situation might be worse, but once you take up the responsibility, you need to slowly manage the show. Even though HR reports to the boss, the biggest twist in HR is you need to manage your boss's expectations also, just like you manage any other employee.
I would suggest the following course of actions:
1. Talk, talk, and talk again to your management.
2. Try to understand their perspective as clearly as possible; if there is any doubt, talk again.
3. Talk to employees in general, one-on-one, and get their feedback. You have to understand their perspective also.
Now, you have to study both sides and appropriately implement HR policies. We need to understand HR is a framework. We need to make policies according to your organization's budget, culture, and management vision. (But at the same time, law is law, that is not a framework.) For other aspects, you need to act according to the need of the hour, i.e., do not go by your assumption. You should have data to supplement it for anything and everything you discuss with your management.
Personally, I believe you can do it. Don't get dejected; we do not deserve to get dejected; we have to be self-motivated. We need to find out the smallest available positives and feel as if you are in heaven. Good luck to you.
Manish M Nair
From India, Ernakulam
I would suggest the following course of actions:
1. Talk, talk, and talk again to your management.
2. Try to understand their perspective as clearly as possible; if there is any doubt, talk again.
3. Talk to employees in general, one-on-one, and get their feedback. You have to understand their perspective also.
Now, you have to study both sides and appropriately implement HR policies. We need to understand HR is a framework. We need to make policies according to your organization's budget, culture, and management vision. (But at the same time, law is law, that is not a framework.) For other aspects, you need to act according to the need of the hour, i.e., do not go by your assumption. You should have data to supplement it for anything and everything you discuss with your management.
Personally, I believe you can do it. Don't get dejected; we do not deserve to get dejected; we have to be self-motivated. We need to find out the smallest available positives and feel as if you are in heaven. Good luck to you.
Manish M Nair
From India, Ernakulam
Hi Sonai,
Well, this is a somewhat similar situation for me. Even I am working in an IT company that has nearly 80 employees. Here, the management is fighting with each other, and they also want employees to work as per their comforts. Even if we initiate some HR practices, very little cooperation is received from the management.
I would suggest that you do not change your job. Currently, just focus on your day-to-day activities and do as your boss says. Later, you could explain to him the pros and cons of the legalities, which might help you convince him.
Regards,
Mustufa
From India, Mumbai
Well, this is a somewhat similar situation for me. Even I am working in an IT company that has nearly 80 employees. Here, the management is fighting with each other, and they also want employees to work as per their comforts. Even if we initiate some HR practices, very little cooperation is received from the management.
I would suggest that you do not change your job. Currently, just focus on your day-to-day activities and do as your boss says. Later, you could explain to him the pros and cons of the legalities, which might help you convince him.
Regards,
Mustufa
From India, Mumbai
Hello,
Don't ever think to change your job because this is what you will face wherever you go. This is a very good learning phase for you. With 2 years of experience in such an environment, I am sure an HR job would be a cakewalk for you. Don't ever get scared of any situation. Try to handle the situation and not escape from it. Like someone said, start doing things that are completely under your control and keep your employer informed, whether they like it or not, appreciate it or not. Just do your job and keep them informed. I am sure they will realize the importance of this data/information over a period of time.
Set up a weekly/monthly dashboard including headcount, various departments, attendance, latecomers data, and people who are stretching, etc.
Good luck to you. We are all here for you.
From India, New Delhi
Don't ever think to change your job because this is what you will face wherever you go. This is a very good learning phase for you. With 2 years of experience in such an environment, I am sure an HR job would be a cakewalk for you. Don't ever get scared of any situation. Try to handle the situation and not escape from it. Like someone said, start doing things that are completely under your control and keep your employer informed, whether they like it or not, appreciate it or not. Just do your job and keep them informed. I am sure they will realize the importance of this data/information over a period of time.
Set up a weekly/monthly dashboard including headcount, various departments, attendance, latecomers data, and people who are stretching, etc.
Good luck to you. We are all here for you.
From India, New Delhi
Hi Sonai,
It's not only about you; it's about every person who is working with a small or middle-sized company, but I am impressed by the way Mr. Partho has replied. Every stage is an experience for us, and we should look at it as exposure for our life. From now on, you have the answer to how HR works in small companies. If you look at the other phase of this issue, you are getting an opportunity to learn and initiate the processes.
Thanks,
Sandeep Bahuguna
sandeep.bahuguna@gmail.com
From India, Gurgaon
It's not only about you; it's about every person who is working with a small or middle-sized company, but I am impressed by the way Mr. Partho has replied. Every stage is an experience for us, and we should look at it as exposure for our life. From now on, you have the answer to how HR works in small companies. If you look at the other phase of this issue, you are getting an opportunity to learn and initiate the processes.
Thanks,
Sandeep Bahuguna
sandeep.bahuguna@gmail.com
From India, Gurgaon
Hi Sonai,
You have articulated your problem really well. HR professionals are generally met with strong opposition from senior management. The extent of opposition depends from company to company!
In your situation, it's best to adjust to the current atmosphere of the office. Flow with the organizational culture as of now. At the same time, don't lose your vision. Whatever flaws you have pointed out in your existing firm show your excellence as an HR professional.
Once you adjust properly to the office as well as the city, start looking out for better opportunities. I would not recommend you to do this immediately since you are new to this place.
All the best!
From India, Mumbai
You have articulated your problem really well. HR professionals are generally met with strong opposition from senior management. The extent of opposition depends from company to company!
In your situation, it's best to adjust to the current atmosphere of the office. Flow with the organizational culture as of now. At the same time, don't lose your vision. Whatever flaws you have pointed out in your existing firm show your excellence as an HR professional.
Once you adjust properly to the office as well as the city, start looking out for better opportunities. I would not recommend you to do this immediately since you are new to this place.
All the best!
From India, Mumbai
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