Human resources (HR) professionals manage a company's employee experience from the time they apply to the job until they leave. They perform a variety of tasks, including: 

• Recruitment: Writing job descriptions, posting job ads, sourcing candidates, screening applicants, interviewing, and selecting candidates 
• Onboarding: Ensuring new employees are properly inducted into the company 
• Training: Planning and delivering training programs for new and existing employees 
• Compensation: Managing payroll, ensuring employees are paid accurately and on time, and advising on pay and benefits 
• Employee retention: Implementing strategies to keep employees motivated and engaged, such as promotions, bonuses, and company events 
• Employee support: Providing support resources for employee health and wellness, such as daycare programs, parental leave, and extra vacation days 
• Policies and procedures: Developing and implementing policies on issues like working conditions, performance management, and equal opportunities 
• Compliance: Ensuring the company complies with labor laws and employment standards 
• Employee relations: Handling staffing issues, such as mediating disputes and directing disciplinary procedures 
• Employee information: Keeping track of employee information 
• Exit interviews: Conducting and analyzing exit interviews