Head-HR-3-7-Worli

Role : Head HR

Experience : 3 to 7 years

Qualification : MBA (HR)

Location : Worli

Job Description :

The Head of Human Resources will be responsible for managing the end-to-end HR function for

the firm, with a strong focus on execution, compliance, and building efficient people

processes.

This role requires a hands-on professional who can operate in a lean environment, support a

partner-driven legal practice, and align HR initiatives with business needs while maintaining

cost discipline.

Key Responsibilities:-

1. End-to-End HR Management

Independently manage the complete employee lifecycle: recruitment, onboarding,

confirmation, performance management, and exits

Act as the primary HR point of contact for all employees and partners

Ensure smooth day-to-day HR operations without reliance on large teams

2. Talent Acquisition

Lead hiring for legal, secretarial, and support functions

Build cost-effective sourcing strategies (referrals, professional networks, institutes)

Ensure timely hiring with a focus on quality and cultural fit

3. Performance Management

Design and implement a simple and effective appraisal system (KRAs/KPIs)

Support partners in conducting structured performance reviews

Align individual performance with client delivery and productivity expectations

4. HR Operations & Compliance

Ensure compliance with applicable labour laws and local regulations

Oversee payroll coordination (in-house or outsourced) and employee documentation

Maintain HR policies, employee records, and audit-ready documentation

5. Employee Engagement & Retention

Drive practical, low-cost engagement initiatives

Address employee concerns and manage grievance resolution

Improve retention in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment

6. Process Development & Optimisation

Build and standardise HR processes (onboarding, appraisal, exit, etc.)

Implement basic HR systems, trackers, and automation tools

Continuously improve efficiency while keeping costs under control

Experience

3–7 years of HR experience

Prior experience in legal firms, consulting firms, CA/CS firms, or similar professional

services setups preferred

Experience working in lean teams or independently managing HR functions

Skills & Competencies

Strong execution capability with a hands-on approach

Good understanding of Indian labour laws and HR compliance

Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with limited resources

Strong stakeholder management skills, especially with senior professionals/partners

Practical and solution-oriented mindset

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Time-to-hire and cost per hire

Employee attrition and retention levels

Compliance adherence and audit readiness

Effectiveness of performance management system

Employee engagement and feedback

Ideal Candidate Profile

Self-starter with a build and execute mindset

Comfortable working without large teams or structured HR setups

Able to balance employee needs with business priorities

High ownership and accountability

Compensation (Indicative)

Competitive, aligned with mid-sized firms and role scope

May include a performance-linked component