HR Executive

Summary

The HR Executive will be an essential member of the HR team, contributing to the firm’s success by focusing on employee engagement, recruitment, HR operations, and learning & development. This position offers a dynamic opportunity to contribute to key HR functions, balancing operational support with strategic initiatives. The role involves close collaboration with stakeholders to foster a positive workplace culture and ensure smooth HR operations.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field.
• 2-3 years of experience in HR, with a focus on employee engagement, recruitment, and/or learning & development.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate effectively and build relationships at all levels of the organization.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office and Google Suite; experience with applicant tracking systems (ATS) is a plus.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects.
• Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
• Team-oriented and adaptable to a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

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Recruitment

• Support the recruitment lifecycle, including sourcing, screening, and interviewing candidates for various roles across the firm.
• Collaborate with hiring managers to understand staffing needs and ensure timely and effective hiring solutions.
• Build and maintain a pipeline of potential candidates through various sourcing strategies and relationship management.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience by maintaining clear communication throughout the hiring process.
• Support the onboarding process by coordinating new hire orientation and facilitating a smooth transition into the firm.




Employee Engagement

• Plan and implement employee engagement programs and activities including formation of an engagement committee to promote a positive and inclusive workplace culture.
• Coordinate initiatives such as employee surveys, wellness programs, and team-building activities.
• Analyse engagement data, recommend strategies to enhance employee satisfaction and retention.
• Develop recognition programs aligned with company values and act as a key contact for employee concerns, ensuring timely and empathetic resolution.
• Establish an annual employee engagement calendar in consultation with the employee engagement committee and conduct activities and events per the calendar.




HR Operations Support

• Provide support across HR functions, including employee relations, performance management, and HR policy implementation.
• Research and contribute towards developing and implementing organizational policies.
• Maintain accurate employee records, ensuring compliance with HR policies and regulatory requirements.
• Contribute to process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and effectiveness.




Learning & Development: 

• Collaborate with managers to identify training needs and analyse skill gaps.
• Assist in designing, developing, and updating training modules, materials, and programs.
• Track training effectiveness through feedback and performance metrics, providing recommendations for improvement.
• Manage logistics for internal workshops and development programs.




Data & Reporting:

• Track and report key HR metrics related to recruitment, employee engagement and training participation.
• Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to support continuous improvement in HR programs.

About Kingfish

Kingfish Group is a different kind of private equity firm, building companies in close partnership with top industry executives. We have pioneered an approach to direct private equity investing that place us at the intersection of people, ideas, and capital. We work in partnership with targeted executives and a limited set of high-performing PE sponsors to identify, invest in, and grow great businesses. At the core of our efforts are deep, systematic relationships with proven operating executives. 

Culture

Our philosophy is to find the best people and give them the freedom to learn, innovate, and outperform. In that spirit, we are structured to ensure that everyone contributes to firm strategy, and there is extensive feedback on performance. Authority is decentralized, and performance is rewarded based on achievement of goals.

Kingfish is a unique place that demands extraordinary tenacity, confidence, intellectual curiosity, and communications skills. We pride ourselves on assembling high-performing teams to pursue inspiring goals.