Top 50 HR Terminologies
Curated by Hassam Zahid
Recruitment
• The process of finding and hiring the best-qualified
candidates.
Onboarding
• The process of integrating a new employee into the
organization.
Employee Retention
• Efforts to keep employees engaged and reduce turnover.
Attrition
• The natural loss of employees over time.
Workforce Planning
• Strategically aligning an organization's workforce with its
goals.
Job Analysis
• Identifying duties and responsibilities of a specific job.
Job Description
• A document outlining the responsibilities and
qualifications for a job.
KPI (Key Performance Indicator)
• Metrics used to evaluate employee or organizational
success.
Performance Appraisal
• Evaluating employee performance and productivity.
Talent Acquisition
• The process of identifying and acquiring top talent.
Diversity & Inclusion (D&I)
• Efforts to create a diverse and inclusive workplace.
HRIS (Human Resource Information System)
• Software for managing hr tasks and data.
Employee Engagement
• The emotional commitment employees have to their work.
Work-Life Balance
• Maintaining a healthy balance between work and personal
life.
Grievance
• A complaint raised by an employee.
Employee Relations
• Managing relationships between employees and
management.
Exit Interview
• An interview conducted when an employee leaves the
organization.
Training & Development
• Programs to enhance employee skills and knowledge.
Succession Planning
• Preparing employees for leadership roles.
Payroll
• The process of managing employee salaries and wages.
Compensation
• The salary and benefits provided to employees.
Benefits
• Non-monetary perks offered to employees (e.g.,
insurance).
HR Policy
• Guidelines and rules for managing employees.
Employee Handbook
• A document outlining company policies and expectations.
Compliance
• Adhering to laws and regulations in the workplace.
EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity)
• Ensuring all employees are treated equally.
Labor Law
• Legal regulations governing employment practices.
Workplace Culture
• The shared values and practices within an organization.
Organizational Development (OD)
• Strategies to improve organizational effectiveness.
Change Management
• Managing transitions in the workplace.
Conflict Resolution
• Addressing disputes or disagreements effectively.
Employee Advocacy
• Promoting employee interests within the organization.
Motivation
• Encouraging employees to achieve their goals.
HR Metrics
• Data used to measure hr performance.
Feedback
• Constructive comments to improve performance.
Team Building
• Activities to enhance team collaboration and trust.
HR Audit
• Reviewing hr policies and practices for compliance.
Outplacement
• Support provided to employees transitioning out of the
organization.
Remote Work
• Employees working from locations outside the office.
Flexi-Time
• Allowing employees to choose their work hours within
limits.
Whistleblowing
• Reporting unethical or illegal activities in the organization.
Workforce Diversity
• A workplace that values varied backgrounds and
perspectives.
Job Rotation
• Moving employees between roles to develop skills.
Employee Satisfaction
• How happy employees are with their job and work
environment.
Mediation
• Resolving conflicts with the help of a neutral third party.
Skill Gap
• The difference between required skills and current
employee skills.
Internship
• A temporary position for students or fresh graduates to
gain experience.
Probation Period
• A trial period for new employees.
HR Analytics
• Using data to inform hr decisions.
Job Enrichment
• Adding meaningful tasks to make a job more rewarding.
