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HR Onboarding SOP

End-to-end onboarding standard operating procedure spanning pre-boarding, day-one, week-one and 90-day milestones.

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Document Control

FieldValue
Document TitleHR Onboarding SOP
Document OwnerHuman Resources
Version1.0
Effective Date{{effective_date}}
Review CycleAnnual
ClassificationInternal Use

Purpose & Scope

Provide a consistent, high-quality onboarding experience that ramps new hires to productivity and engagement within 90 days.

Procedure

StepOwnerActionSLA
1Talent AcquisitionIssue signed contract and onboarding packOn offer acceptance
2ITProvision laptop, accounts, MFA, MDM5 days before start
3ManagerSend welcome note, calendar invites, week-one plan3 days before start
4HRRun Day-1 orientation (policies, benefits, payroll, tools)Day 1
5Manager30/60/90-day objectives setDay 5
6L&DMandatory compliance training assignedWeek 1
7BuddyWeekly check-in scheduled for 8 weeksWeek 1
8HR30-day onboarding surveyDay 30
9Manager + HR90-day onboarding reviewDay 90

Checklist

Roles & Responsibilities

RoleResponsibility
EmployeeComply with the policy and complete required forms accurately.
Line ManagerReview, approve and document decisions in line with this policy.
HR Business PartnerProvide guidance, monitor adherence and maintain records.
Department HeadEnsure department-level compliance and resourcing.

Review Workflow

StageOwnerSLA
SubmissionEmployeeDay 0
Manager ReviewLine Manager2 business days
HR ReviewHR Business Partner3 business days
Final DecisionDepartment Head5 business days
CommunicationHRWithin 1 business day of decision

Notes

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Confidentiality & Data Protection

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Signatures

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