# HR Executive > S&B Private · Colombo, Sri Lanka (Hybrid) · Full-time · Posted 2026-06-12 **Workplace:** hybrid **Department:** Admin/HR ## Description **About S&B Private** S&B Private is an offshore talent solution founded by experienced Australian accounting practice owners. Established in Colombo, Sri Lanka in 2018, we specialise in recruiting, training and developing technically proficient accounting professionals to directly support Australian accounting practices and businesses. Our success is built on technical expertise, a commitment to training and development, deep cultural awareness, and mutual respect.  **Purpose** This role supports the People & Culture function by delivering effective, day-to-day HR operations across the full employee lifecycle. Working in close partnership with the Operations and Administration teams and with clear delineation from the existing Administration Executive role, the HR Executive ensures people processes are consistent, compliant, and aligned with S&B Private’s values.  The role is hands-on and collaborative. The HR Executive will be the operational engine of the HR function, supporting leadership with practical solutions across recruitment, onboarding, performance coordination, and employee experience, while championing a positive and accountable workplace culture.  **Core Values** - Be Knowledgeable - Be Accountable - Be Efficient - Put Yourself in Their Shoes **Key Responsibilities** - Manage end-to-end recruitment activity including job postings, candidate screening, interview scheduling, and reference checks  - Draft tailored interview guides for each advertised position  - Assist in preparing position descriptions and managing job advertisements in line with business needs  - Coordinate the onboarding process for all new hires, ensuring a seamless transition from offer to induction  - Liaise with the Administration Executive on new hire logistics including equipment, system access, and workspace setup - with clearly defined responsibilities to avoid duplication  - Maintain and update onboarding documentation, induction materials, and HR templates  - Coordinate performance review cycles, track completion, and flag upcoming appraisal deadlines to relevant managers  - Support the rollout of KPIs and position-specific performance criteria across the business  - Assist in identifying training needs and development opportunities arising from appraisal outcomes  - Serve as a first point of contact for employee HR queries, providing accurate guidance and escalating where appropriate  - Maintain accurate employee records, HR databases, personnel files, and leave records  - Assist in preparing employment agreements, letters, and other HR documentation  - Ensure HR processes and documentation meet applicable compliance requirements at all times  - Support employee engagement initiatives and culture programmes aligned to S&B Private’s core values  - Work closely with the Operations team to align HR activity with workforce planning and broader business needs ## Requirements **Formal Education** - Degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline  - Professional HR certification (DHRM / DPHRM / CQHRM or equivalent) preferred  **Skills, Knowledge and experience** - Minimum 2–3 years of experience in an HR coordination or generalist role  - Experience supporting recruitment, onboarding, and performance review processes  - Exposure to a fast-paced or operationally complex environment  - Working knowledge of employment law and HR compliance requirements  - Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities  - Proficiency in HRIS platforms and Microsoft Office Suite  - Strong written and verbal communication skills  - Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across operational and administrative teams  **Key Competencies** - Building and Maintaining Relationships  - Continuous Improvement  - Results Orientation  - Communication / Influence and Negotiation  - Attention to Detail **Definitions of Key Competencies** - Building and Maintaining Relationships - establishing and maintaining positive working relationships across all levels of the business, navigating shared responsibilities with clarity and professionalism.  - Continuous Improvement - proactively identifying opportunities to improve HR processes and ways of working, pursuing better outcomes rather than accepting the status quo.  - Results Orientation - taking ownership of tasks and following through to completion, consistently meeting deadlines and taking accountability without requiring close supervision. - Communication / Influence and Negotiation - communicating clearly in written and verbal form, expresses ideas constructively, and building trust with colleagues and leadership through open, consistent communication.  - Attention to Detail - maintaining accurate documentation, record-keeping, and reporting, recognising that precision in HR administration directly shapes the employee experience.  **Measurement Criteria** _Recruitment and Onboarding:_ Recruitment timelines met and new staff successfully onboarded within agreed timeframes, with positive feedback from new hires. This includes developing an understanding of the ideal employee profile to fill open positions within the business.  _Employee Records:_ Accuracy and currency of all employee records, HR databases, and documentation maintained at all times.  _Performance Appraisals:_ Performance appraisal cycles coordinated and completed by due dates with full business participation.  _Employee Experience:_ Positive employee feedback on the quality, responsiveness, and professionalism of HR support.  _Compliance:_ HR documentation and processes meet compliance requirements with no significant errors or omissions.  _Collaboration:_ Effective, clearly scoped working partnership with Operations and Administration, with no role overlap or duplication of effort. ## Benefits - Attractive remuneration package for the right candidate - Direct exposure to a foreign client base - Hybrid work arrangement - enjoy a healthy work-life balance with 3 days in office and 2 days working remotely from home (working hours - 7.00am to 3.30pm IST) - Employee appreciation events, including staff birthday celebrations and regular team outings - Unused annual leave can be carried forward to the next year, and a flexible casual leave policy - Study support for professional qualifications - Comprehensive medical insurance coverage for you and your immediate family - Mentorship from senior leadership and directors personally invested in your growth - Structured, performance-based career progression with a clear pathway forward ## Apply [Apply at S&B Private](https://apply.workable.com/sbprivate/j/3A1CD585A3/apply) --- Powered by [Workable](https://www.workable.com)