Job Description

Chitchat, a super-cool multichannel messaging platform that connects brands with customers across SMS, WhatsApp, Email, Voice, RCS, and more. With automation, analytics, and seamless API integrations, we're redefining how brands communicate at scale. Think of us as the bridge, communication between business and customers!

We are hiring for a

dual-impact HR role

that blends

Payroll expertise and Workplace Administration ownership

. This is ideal for someone who enjoys structure, compliance, employee support, vendor coordination, and ensuring the organization runs smoothly behind the scenes.

You will manage:

Payroll processing and statutory compliance

HR administration and workplace operations

This is a

single HR role

, not two separate jobs.

Experience Required

6 months to 1.5 years

in payroll or HR admin operations (IT or Non-IT industry exposure is a plus) Understanding of

payroll cycle, attendance, documentation, and office admin processes

Key Responsibilities: Payroll & Compliance

Process

monthly payroll accurately and on time

Maintain

attendance, leave, and payout records

Manage

salary disbursement, payslips, and payroll reports

Ensure statutory compliance including: PF, ESI, PT, TDS, LWF, Gratuity (as applicable) Support filings, challans, audits, and documentation Coordinate with finance for

reconciliations and salary approvals

Handle payroll queries and maintain confidentiality

HR Administration

Maintain

employee records, HR documentation, contracts, and letters

Manage

onboarding and exit formalities (documentation + system updates)

Track and update

HRIS/Excel admin trackers

Support policy communication and employee coordination

Admin & Workplace Operations

Oversee

office operations and facilities management

Coordinate with

vendors

(housekeeping, security, IT assets, HR supplies, etc.) Maintain

inventory, asset records, procurement support

Ensure smooth workplace experience for employees Support travel, ID cards, workspace allocation, and admin coordination

Required Skills

Strong organizational and process orientation Good communication and stakeholder coordination Basic knowledge of

Excel/Google Sheets

Exposure to

payroll tools or HRIS (bonus, not mandatory)

Ability to handle sensitive information with discretion Vendor and office coordination mindset

What Makes This Role Exciting

Real

ownership of payroll + workplace admin operations

Exposure to

compliance, finance collaboration, and HR operations

Career path into

HR Ops Lead, Payroll Specialist

Fast learning curve, direct impact on employees and business

What We Offer

Compliance-first HR environment Structured HR operations experience Mentorship and growth into senior HR operations roles Supportive culture that values accuracy, discipline, and people experience

Who Will Thrive in This Role

Loves

numbers + people operations

Enjoys

admin coordination and structured HR work

Wants to grow into

HR Operations and Payroll leadership

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?25,000.00 - ?33,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Internet reimbursement Paid sick time Provident Fund
Ability to commute/relocate:

Bengaluru, Karnataka: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:

Payroll: 1 year (Preferred) Document management: 1 year (Preferred)
Work Location: In person