Head of Human Resources, Global Services India

The Head of Human Resources India will lead and drive the human resources function across the India teams. This role requires a seasoned HR professional with proven experience in global organizations who can blend local execution with global alignment. You will partner closely with business leaders to shape a high-performance culture, implement people strategies, and support growth across the India operations. Serve as a strategic advisor to leadership, aligning HR strategies with business goals. Act as a trusted partner to senior management on talent planning, organizational design, and workforce transformation. Champion a culture of performance, innovation, and employee engagement. Ensure adherence to global and local HR standards and regulatory requirements. Drive continuous improvement in HR processes, systems, and service delivery. Partner with the US HRIS team to design and drive metrics reporting aimed at supporting and evaluating program implementation and enhancements. Partner with the US leader of Talent Acquisition and team to deliver end-to-end talent management efforts including workforce planning, recruitment, succession planning, and career development. Collaborate with the US leader of Learning & Organizational Development to drive learning and development strategies aligned with local and global priorities. Collaborate with the global associate relations team to promote diversity, equity, and inclusion in the workplace. Collaborate with global Total Rewards teams to localize compensation and benefits strategies. Lead annual performance and compensation review cycles in line with market benchmarks and internal equity. Design and implement engagement initiatives to improve employee satisfaction and retention. Drive employee feedback mechanisms by partnering with local leadership for annual associate survey feedback, regular associate town halls, roundtables, etc., and act on insights to enhance workplace culture. Work closely with global and regional HR teams to ensure consistency in HR programs, systems, and messaging. Act as a bridge between global initiatives and local execution, ensuring cultural and regulatory alignment. Lead a cross-functional HR team in support of HR work and business goal achievement. Coach and develop talent in building partnerships, understanding how the Ascensus business and products work, client service delivery, and partnership. Cultivate a high-performing, collaborative HR team focused on team partnership and the Ascensus Core Values in delivering excellent service. Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field; MBA or advanced HR certification preferred. Financial Services industry experience a plus but not required. Minimum 15 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 7-8 years in a senior HR leadership role. Practical and applied knowledge of Indian labor laws and HR compliance frameworks. Proven experience in managing HR teams and driving change in a fast-paced environment. Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we are guided by our Core Values of People Matter, Quality First, and Integrity Always. These values inspire us every day to prioritize an environment of respect for those we serve and one another, and should be visible in your actions on a day-to-day basis.,