The Functions of Human Resource Management

Recruitment
Provides the structures, skills, experience and the tools necessary to enable the employer recruit the best people for the job, and to set the right tone from the outset of the employer/employee relationship.

Employee Relations
This is an important function for strengthening the employer/employee relationship, through measuring job satisfaction, employee engagement, consultation, and resolving workplace conflicts.

Remuneration & Benefits
This involves creating the remuneration structures, evaluation systems etc. for determining the appropriate salary grades and benefits for the various roles within the organisation.

Performance Management (PMS)
Having Performance Management Systems is essential for measuring an employee’s performance and ensuring they are achieving at the required level. Where performance falls below an agreed level or standard, the corrective actions can then be taken to achieve the desired improvement.

Training & Development
This is a key function in HRM. This includes providing induction training to new employees, and to ensuring the upskilling and ongoing development of existing employees. It also involves providing promotional opportunities etc., for those who wish to achieve personal goals and to take on specific studies/training towards furthering their career opportunities.

Compliance
Compliance with Employment Law and Regulations is a critical HR function. Non-compliance can result in unfair working practices, unsafe working conditions, and general dissatisfaction with work-ing conditions; all of which impacts on an organisations effectiveness, and profitability.