The Opportunity:

The HR Tier 1 Associate is the initial point of contact for employees seeking HR-related assistance through the ServiceNow platform. This role involves managing and resolving HR service requests, answering employee queries, and addressing concerns related to HR policies, benefits, payroll, and other HR services. The agent will ensure accurate documentation of interactions, provide excellent customer service, and escalate issues when necessary. 

Location: Coimbatore

Reporting: Reports to Supervisor, Transaction Delivery  

HOW YOU WILL THRIVE AND CREATE AN IMPACT: 

Act as the first point of contact for employees seeking help with HR-related issues such as benefits, payroll, time-off requests, and general HR policies. Create, update, and close tickets in the ServiceNow platform, ensuring timely and accurate resolution of employee requests. Reference the HR knowledge base to provide accurate and up-to-date information to employees. Investigate and resolve basic HR-related issues, escalating more complex cases to Tier 2 HR support or other specialized HR teams. Ensure that all employee interactions are handled with a high level of confidentiality and comply with company privacy policies. Accurately document and update all employee interactions within the ServiceNow platform to maintain clear records for reporting and follow-up purposes. 

EXPERIENCE: 

Education: High school diploma or equivalent (required). Experience: 1-2 years of experience in HR support, customer service, or a related field (preferred). Familiarity with HR ServiceNow and Workday (preferred).  

SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES: 

Experience in handling customer or employee inquiries, preferably in an HR or shared services environment  Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment Basic understanding of HR practices, including benefits, payroll, and employee relations  Ability to troubleshoot and resolve basic HR-related issues independently Ability to work well in a collaborative team environment Strong attention to detail, particularly when documenting requests and providing information High proficiency in English language both written and spoken Proficiency in other regional language desirable 

Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
 
The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
 
We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at recruiting@avantorsciences.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

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