Chief People Officer

Job Title: Chief People Officer (CPO)
Location: Kolkata, India
Department: Human Resources
Reports To: Group CEO / Managing Director / Board of Directors
Industry: [Exposure in multiple verticals like Manufacturing, Infrastructure , Real Estate, FMCG , IT, Financial Services, etc.]
Experience Required: 10+ years of progressive HR leadership, with experience in group/holding company structures.

Position Summary:

The Chief People Officer (CPO) will be responsible for leading the human capital strategy and ensuring the alignment of HR practices with the overall business goals of the group. This executive role involves overseeing all aspects of talent management, culture building, leadership development, performance optimization, and employee engagement across multiple business verticals within the group. The CPO will serve as a strategic advisor to the CEO and leadership teams while cultivating a high-performance, values-driven work culture.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership:

• Develop and drive the group’s HR vision, strategy, and roadmap in alignment with business objectives.
• Act as a key member of the executive leadership team contributing to broader strategic planning and decision-making.
• Partner with CEOs/Business Heads of individual group companies to tailor and implement HR initiatives per business needs.

Organization Design & Talent Strategy:

• Lead workforce planning, organizational restructuring, and change management initiatives.
• Build and execute talent acquisition, development, and succession planning strategies.
• Champion employer branding and diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives.

Culture & Engagement:

• Foster a unified organizational culture across diverse group entities.
• Design and implement initiatives to enhance employee engagement, retention, and workplace satisfaction.
• Oversee internal communication strategy and channels to ensure transparency and collaboration.

Performance Management & Capability Building:

• Drive a robust performance management system linked to strategic goals and business outcomes.
• Design leadership development programs, training frameworks, and learning strategies to build a future-ready workforce.
• Introduce metrics-driven approaches to monitor team and individual effectiveness.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Design and oversee group-wide compensation and rewards strategies that are competitive and performance-linked.
• Evaluate and implement employee benefit programs that attract and retain top talent.

HR Governance & Compliance:

• Ensure legal and statutory compliance related to labor laws, industrial relations, and employment regulations.
• Standardize and implement HR policies, systems, and processes across the group.
• Lead employee relations and disciplinary matters with fairness and transparency.

Technology & Digital HR:

• Oversee the implementation and optimization of HR technology platforms (e.g., HRMS, payroll, performance systems).
• Drive digital transformation initiatives within the HR function to improve operational efficiency.

Qualifications:

• MSW / MBA or Master’s in Human Resources, Organizational Psychology, or related field from a reputed institution.
• 20+ years of HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in a diversified business or conglomerate setup.
• Experience in managing HR in multiple industries/functions will be an added advantage.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinking and business acumen.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills.
• High emotional intelligence and ability to manage change.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Deep understanding of HR legal and compliance frameworks in India.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹1,200,000.00 - ₹1,500,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person