SKILLEDGUYANESE.COM HR Officer
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Description
As our HR Officer, you are responsible for supporting the daily operations of the Human Resources department (which exist of 3 other HR employees) and ensuring that HR processes are carried out accurately and efficiently. You serve as a key point of contact for employees and provide administrative and organizational support across a wide range of HR activities.
In this role, you maintain employee records, support recruitment and onboarding processes, assist with payroll administration, and ensure compliance with labor regulations and company policies. You work closely with the HR team, management team, and employees across our locations in Guyana.
This position requires someone who is organized, proactive, detail-oriented, and able to handle confidential information with professionalism and discretion.
Requirements
Education: Diploma or Degree in Human Resources Management or a related field (HBO level or equivalent)
Experience: Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar HR position
Language: Excellent communication skills in English, written and spoken
Technical Skills:
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Excel and Outlook
• Experience with payrolling is a must, experience with Celery is an advantage
Knowledge:
• Good understanding of Guyanese labor laws and regulations
• Knowledge of HR administration and payroll processes
Responsibilities
Maintain and update HR records and employee data for the Guyana locations
Perform HR administrative and organizational tasks related to employee onboarding, transfers, and offboarding
Maintain digital employee files
Support and facilitate the onboarding and orientation of new employees
Register, monitor, and report leave requests, absenteeism, and sick leave
Provide employees with information and guidance regarding HR-related matters, salaries, and labor regulations
Serve as the contact person for external organizations, including health insurance providers and pension funds
Assist with payroll administration and employee data management in Celery
Support recruitment and selection activities, including coordinating interviews and onboarding new hires
Prepare HR reports, statistics, and management overviews
Support the management team with HR-related matters
Assist in planning and organizing company events and employee
Simextra Trading
Overview
Our family-owned company was founded in 1994 by Mr. K. Soekhoe in the small town of Nickerie, Suriname and supplied the local market with wholesale services of basic goods. The company gradually expanded its territory, services and portfolio throughout the years. The market of operations include Suriname and Guyana and the import -, export – , wholesale – , distribution – , retail – and duty-free solutions are all streamlined into dedicated business units.
The product portfolio is regularly reviewed and updated to meet the needs of a dynamic domestic and travel retail market. The strategically placed offices and (bonded) warehouses ensure optimized stock and distribution across the points of sale.
Our dedicated team of professionals is focused on setting the right goals and developing long-term and trustworthy partnerships with both suppliers and customers.
Simextra Group currently consists of four main business units.
Simextra International N.V. in Suriname and Simextra Trading in Guyana, focus on the import, wholesale and distribution of quality consumer goods to retailers, supermarkets, hospitality customers and end consumers. The company-owned (bonded) warehouses, offices and distribution fleet, combined with the in-house sales, marketing and logistics professionals, result in optimal product availability and sales coverage in the market.
Simextra Duty Free is focused on operating Duty-Free and Travel Retail concessions in both Suriname and Guyana. The locations include airport -, border – and diplomatic stores. Close collaboration with the domestic stakeholders and international brand owners guarantees constant improvement in service level and shopping experience to meet with international standards and trends.
XEEN retails premium fashion brands at key locations. The first store is located at MovieTowne Mall in Georgetown, Guyana and is the official reseller of Tommy Hilfiger, Calvin Klein and Kenneth Cole.