Employee master data typically refers to a centralized repository or database that contains

comprehensive information about each employee within an organization. This data is critical for various
HR processes and functions, including payroll, benefits administration, performance management, and
compliance.

Key components of employee master data may include:

1. **Personal Information**: This includes the employee's full name, date of birth, gender, contact
details (address, phone number, email), marital status, and emergency contact information.

2. **Employment Information**: This covers details about the employee's employment status, such as
employment type (full-time, part-time, temporary), job title, department, start date, end date (if
applicable), reporting manager, and work location.

3. **Compensation and Benefits**: Information related to the employee's salary, wages, bonuses,
incentives, benefits enrollment (health insurance, retirement plans, etc.), and any other monetary or
non-monetary rewards.

4. **Work History**: A record of the employee's work history within the organization, including
promotions, transfers, job changes, and relevant performance evaluations.

5. **Training and Development**: Details about the employee's training programs attended,
certifications obtained, skills acquired, and professional development activities.

6. **Leave and Absence Management**: Records of the employee's leave entitlements, leave balances,
leave requests, approvals, and any instances of absences.

7. **Compliance and Legal Information**: Documentation related to the employee's eligibility to work
(e.g., work permits, visas), tax-related information (e.g., W-4 forms), and any other legal or compliance-
related documents.

8. **Performance Management**: Performance appraisals, goals, feedback, and any disciplinary actions
or commendations received by the employee.
The employee master data serves as a central source of truth for HR professionals and enables them to
effectively manage and support the workforce throughout the entire employee lifecycle, from
recruitment to retirement or separation. It also supports data-driven decision-making and ensures
compliance with regulatory requirements.