Head of Human Resources

HR Head | Bengaluru

A leading international university commencing operations in Bengaluru is seeking an experienced and dynamic HR Head to lead the Human Resources function and support its growth journey in India.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead talent acquisition for academic, leadership, and professional staff positions.
• Drive workforce planning, employee engagement, performance management, and organisational development initiatives.
• Manage employee relations, HR operations, policy implementation, and statutory compliance.
• Partner with senior leadership to develop and execute people strategies aligned with organisational goals.
• Build and lead a high-performing HR team while fostering an inclusive and collaborative workplace culture.
• Support organisational growth, change management, and capability-building initiatives.

Ideal Candidate

• 8–12 years of progressive HR experience with significant leadership exposure.
• Mandatory experience in the education sector, preferably with universities, higher education institutions, international schools, or large education groups.
• Strong expertise in talent acquisition, employee relations, HR operations, performance management, and workforce planning.
• Proven experience partnering with senior leadership and managing diverse stakeholder groups.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and people management skills.
• Exposure to international universities, global education providers, or greenfield campus setups will be an added advantage.