Glossary

HR Glossary

Welcome to uRecruits HR Glossary. This page is your quick reference for clear, plain-English definitions of HR Terms, Human Resources terms, and core HR Terminology used in today’s workplaces. Whether you work in talent acquisition, people operations, or leadership, the glossary helps you understand the language of HR so you can read policies, interpret analytics, and communicate with confidence.

The glossary covers foundational concepts like onboarding, performance management, compensation, and compliance along with modern topics such as HRIS, ATS, people analytics, employee engagement, hybrid work, and DEI. Each definition explains what the term means, why it matters, and how it shows up in day-to-day HR so the meaning is easy to apply on the job.

Use this HR Glossary when you are writing job descriptions, preparing for HR certifications, evaluating new tools, or aligning teams on shared terminology. Entries are written for quick comprehension and are updated regularly to reflect current practices and real-world usage.

Browse A to Z or search for a specific term. If you are new to HR, start with the most common HR Terms to build a strong foundation. If you are an experienced practitioner, jump to advanced Human Resources terms to stay current with emerging trends and technology.