HR Manager Requirements, Skills & Qualifications

The following common skills and qualifications are required of a HR Manager:

  • Degree in Human Resources or related field
  • Proven working experience as HR manager or other HR executive
  • People oriented and results driven
  • In-depth knowledge of labor law and HR best practices
  • Demonstrable experience with human resources metrics
  • Excellent active listening, negotiation and presentation skills
  • Competence to build and effectively manage interpersonal relationships at all levels of the company
  • Knowledge of HR systems and databases
  • Ability to architect strategy along with leadership skills

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of HR Manager skill, qualifications and experience. Job requirements for specific HR Manager roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.