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How to 'define' a role

Hi everyone

Would appreciate your knowledgeable advice.

Broadly speaking, how would you define a HR Administrator role?  For example, could/should this encompass developing, maintaining and communicating policies and assisting in evaluating personnel?  I feel this would be more of a HR Manager role?

Many thanks

Lisa

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  • I think the short answer is you define a role exactly how the owner/manager of the role wants to define it within any Corporate guidelines and policies. there is no external code in the UK (unlike in some countries) that specifies what should / shouldn't be in any role.

    Generally most organisations probably wouldn't have those tasks being undertaken by an HR Admin, but they could be by a HR Adviser or a HR BP etc. Depending on level and structure.

    The key is probably why you are asking. If its because you are being asked to undertake some of them then I would grab the opportunity with both hands. The title and recognition will catch up later but the experience will be priceless.
  • In reply to Keith:

    Hi Keith
    Many thanks for your answer. Very helpful.
    Lisa