HR Manager - India

Role & responsibilities

1. Strategic HR Management

• Partner with regional and global leadership to implement HR strategies aligned with business goals.
• Develop and drive regional HR initiatives across talent acquisition, retention, engagement, and development.
• Contribute to workforce planning, succession, and organizational development strategies.

2. HR Operations Oversight

• Ensure smooth execution of HR operational processes including onboarding, payroll interface, benefits administration, and HRIS accuracy.
• Oversee implementation of global HR processes such as performance management, employee surveys, and training frameworks.
• Standardize and improve HR operations while adapting to local requirements in each country.

3. Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure legal compliance with Indian labor laws including Shops and Establishments Act, EPF, ESI, Gratuity, and others.
• Manage employment documentation, audits, and HR-related statutory filings.
• Serve as the point of contact for regulatory authorities and manage labor inspections where needed.

4. Talent Acquisition and Employer Branding

• Lead end-to-end recruitment processes for key roles across all India.
• Build partnerships with agencies, universities, and internal stakeholders to attract the right talent.
• Strengthen employer brand across the region.

5. People Development & Culture

• Foster a positive and inclusive work culture across multiple sites.
• Collaborate on L&D initiatives to improve employee capability and retention.
• Act as a coach and advisor to managers on people-related matters.

6. HR Team Management and Regional Coordination

• Manage and mentor in-country HR staff (if applicable) or HR service providers.
• Ensure consistency in HR policy implementation across geographies.
• Serve as a liaison between country-level HR activities and corporate HR functions.

Preferred candidate profile

Skills & Competencies

- Strong working knowledge of labor laws and HR practices.

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

- Proficiency in HRIS systems and MS Office.

- Fluency in English and the local language is preferred.

Preferred Attributes

- Agile, adaptable, and culturally sensitive.

- Ability to travel as needed.

- High integrity, confidentiality, and professionalism.

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