Associate – HR-Tech Implementation

Associate – HR-Tech Implementation Transition Track | HR Operations → HR-Tech | Entry–Junior Level Role Associate – HR- Tech Function HR-Tech / SaaS Impl. Experience 6 Months – 1 Year Location Bengaluru / Hybrid Type Full-Time ABOUT THE ROLE This role is designed for HR professionals who have operated HRMS tools and managed statutory compliance, and are now ready to step into the world of HR-Tech — configuring, implementing, and enabling these systems for client organisations.

You will work alongside a product and implementation team to map client HR processes into system workflows, configure payroll and compliance modules, and train HR teams. Your on-the-ground HR experience is your biggest asset here — you understand exactly what end-users need. YOUR CAREER JOURNEY — FROM HR OPS TO HR-TECH Your Background (HR Operations) Your New Role (HR-Tech Implementation) HRMS end-user (Keka / GreytHR / Darwinbox) → HRMS configurator, tester & trainer Payroll processing & compliance filings → Payroll module set-up, rule engine config Statutory knowledge (PF / ESI / TDS) → Compliance rule mapping in HRMS workflows Wage Code awareness → Salary structure configuration per Wage Code Employee query resolution → Client HR team handholding & UAT support KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

1. HRMS Implementation & Configuration ▸ Participate in end-to-end implementation of HRMS platforms (Keka / GreytHR / Zoho People or similar) for client organisations ▸ Configure employee master data, organisation structure, grade/band hierarchies, and approval workflows ▸ Set up payroll components — earnings, deductions, reimbursements, salary structures — aligned to client policies ▸ Map and configure leave, attendance, shift, and geo-fencing rules within the HRMS
2. Statutory & Compliance Module Setup ▸ Configure statutory compliance rules for PF, ESI, PT, LWF, and Gratuity within payroll engines ▸ Set up TDS slab logic, investment declaration workflows, and Form 16 generation parameters ▸ Ensure salary structure configurations are compliant with the Code on Wages (50% basic norm, etc.) ▸ Validate statutory reports — ECR, ESI returns, Form 24Q — generated by the system before client sign-off
3. Client Onboarding & Data Migration ▸ Collect and validate client HR data (employee masters, salary history, statutory data) for migration ▸ Perform data cleansing, template mapping, and bulk upload into the HRMS ▸ Conduct gap analysis between client's existing processes and the HRMS capabilities, documenting delta items ▸ Prepare and maintain SIT/UAT test cases with expected vs actual results
4. Training & Change Management ▸ Conduct system training sessions for client HR teams covering payroll, compliance, and HRMS navigation ▸ Prepare user manuals, SOP documents, quick-reference guides, and training decks ▸ Support go-live and hypercare phases, resolving functional queries raised by client HR users ▸ Act as a bridge between the client's HR team and the technical/product team for issue resolution
5. Quality & Documentation ▸ Maintain implementation trackers, BRD (Business Requirement Document) updates, and client sign- off logs ▸ Log and track open items, CRs (Change Requests), and UAT defects to closure ▸ Contribute to building internal knowledge base, configuration playbooks, and reusable templates WHY YOUR HR OPS BACKGROUND FITS PERFECTLY Skill / Knowledge Area Why It Matters in HR-Tech HRMS end-user experience You know the pain points — you can configure what actually works in practice Payroll processing knowledge Enables you to map and validate payroll rule engines without hand-holding Statutory compliance expertise You can configure PF/ESI/TDS rules accurately and verify outputs Wage Code familiarity Critical for salary structure configurations in new implementations Employee query handling Prepares you to train and support client HR teams post go-live SKILLS & COMPETENCIES REQUIRED Must-Have ▸ 6 months to 1 year of hands-on experience in HR operations, payroll, or compliance ▸ Practical experience using at least one HRMS tool (Keka / Darwinbox / GreytHR / Zoho People / SAP / ADP or similar) ▸ Working knowledge of statutory compliances: PF, ESI, PT, LWF, TDS on salary ▸ Awareness of Wage Code, 2019 and its impact on payroll structures ▸ Proficiency in MS Excel for data validation and reconciliation (VLOOKUP, pivot tables, basic formulas) ▸ Strong verbal and written communication skills for client interaction and documentation Good to Have ▸ Exposure to HRMS implementation, go-live support, or system UAT testing ▸ Basic understanding of SDLC or software project lifecycle in a SaaS environment ▸ Familiarity with requirement gathering or BRD documentation ▸ Experience with ticketing/project tools such as Jira, Zoho Projects, or Trello QUALIFICATIONS ▸ Bachelor or Master& s degree in HR, Commerce, Business Administration, or a related field ▸ MBA in HR / PGDM preferred ▸ 6 months to 1 year of experience in HR Ops, Payroll, or Compliance role ▸ Any certification in Payroll, Labour Laws, or HRMS tools will be an added advantage CAREER GROWTH PATH Associate – HR-Tech Implementation (You start here) → HR-Tech Consultant (12–24 months) → Senior Consultant / Module Lead (36+ months) WHAT WE OFFER ▸ Structured onboarding into HR-Tech — product training, implementation methodology, and shadowing sessions ▸ Exposure to HRMS implementation and diverse client industries from Day 1 ▸ Industry recognised Certification support for HRMS product training programs ▸ Fast-track growth based on implementation delivery and client impact ▸ A culture that values your domain knowledge and gives you a voice in product improvements