Beyond Compliance: The Strategic Role of Socially Responsible HR Practices in Enhancing Organizational Performance - A Systematic Literature Review

Management, Manav Rachna University, India

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Published: May 2, 2025

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Volume 2, Issue 1

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DOI: https://doi.org/10.59875/123625

Abstract

Abstract: Purpose- In today’s compelling business environment, socially responsible human resource management (SR-HRM) has evolved beyond mere compliance to become a strategic driver of organizational performance and workplace culture. This systematic literature review explores the multifaceted impact of SR-HRM by examining its role in enhancing employee well-being, ethical HR practices, talent retention, and sustainability. By integrating socially responsible HR strategies, organizations can foster higher employee engagement, strengthen corporate reputation, and achieve long-term competitive advantage. Originality/value – Research on socially responsible human resource management (SR-HRM) is scant. The current study identifies key challenges in executing SR-HRM and highlights rising trends that determine its impact. As businesses tackle surging demands for corporate accountability and sustainability, understanding the strategic value of SR-HRM is crucial for organizations striving to cultivate a resilient, high-performing workforce and a defining corporate image. Key Words: Socially Responsible Human Resource Management (SR-HRM), Employee Well-being, Ethical HR Practices, Talent Retention, Sustainability, Organizational Performance, Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR), Green HRM, Workplace Culture,

Highlights

Introduction: The Socially Responsible HRM (SR-HRM) was first emerged as a concept in 2011 by Jie Shen and Cherrie Jiuhua Zhu. Before that, Human Resource Managemen...

Background: The following sections will cover the theoretical framework and constructs of the study, the approaches and procedures used, the analysis of the syste...

Methodology: PRISMA ensures methodological rigor by offering a standardized checklist that supports the rationale, methodological approach, and transparency of sys...

Results: Table: Key Findings from Chosen ArticlesTitleAuthors & YearKey FindingsEffects of Socially Responsible Human Resource Management on Employ...

Discussion: Areas for Future Research Identified in the Literature:Beyond Compliance: The Strategic Role of SR-HRM in Driving Employee Well-being and Corporate Pe...

Conclusion: The evidence suggests that SR-HRM is not merely a tool for compliance but a strategic enabler of corporate success, workforce motivation, and ethical ...

Keywords

Socially Responsible Human Resource Management SR-HRMEmployee Well-being Ethical HR PracticesTalent RetentionSustainabilityOrganizational Performance Corporate Social ResponsibilityCSRGreen HRM Workplace Culture

Abbreviations

SR-HRM | Socially Responsible Human Resource Management CSR | Corporate Social Responsibility HRM | Human Resource Management

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