Is being an HR specialist a good fit for you?
Finds, interviews and places people in jobs at an organisation. May also help with other staff matters.
What the work involves
- Explains workplace policies, procedures and laws.
- Hires staff and processes hiring paperwork.
- Keeps up to date with equal opportunity and anti-discrimination rules.
- Keeps staff records on hiring, leaving, leave, transfers and promotions using HR software.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be persuading and organising. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Belonging. People who look out for each other, and a manager who has your back.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if an HR specialist is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.