HR Associate / HR Executive KPI Tracking

Location: Pune, India (On-site)

Company: Skylark Labs

Skylark Labs is an AI company building next-generation autonomous intelligence for defense, public safety, and critical infrastructure. Our technology enables cameras, drones, robots, and sensor systems to detect and respond to threats in real time using self-learning AI. We work with governments, enterprises, and research institutions around the world to develop cutting-edge AI solutions that make environments safer and smarter.

We are looking for an organized, proactive, and people-oriented HR Associate to join our growing team in Pune. This role will support the day-to-day HR operations across the employee lifecycle, including recruitment coordination, onboarding, employee engagement, HR administration, compliance, and performance processes.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys working in a fast-paced startup environment and wants to build a broad HR skill set while partnering closely with leadership.

• Coordinate the end-to-end recruitment process.
• Schedule interviews and communicate with candidates.
• Work with hiring managers to understand hiring needs.
• Coordinate offer letters and onboarding documentation.
• Maintain candidate databases and recruitment metrics.

• Manage onboarding for new hires.
• Coordinate documentation, induction, and orientation.
• Ensure completion of joining formalities.
• Support smooth employee exit processes and documentation.

• Maintain employee records and HR documentation.
• Support attendance, leave management, and HRIS updates.
• Coordinate payroll inputs with finance and external vendors.
• Assist with employee letters, confirmations, and policy documentation.
• Ensure HR records remain accurate and confidential.

• Organize employee engagement activities and events.
• Support performance review cycles.
• Help address employee queries and day-to-day HR concerns.
• Foster a positive employee experience and company culture.

• Ensure compliance with applicable Indian labor laws.
• Support statutory documentation and HR audits.
• Maintain HR policies and recommend improvements as the company grows.

• Support HR reporting and analytics.
• Assist leadership with HR projects and organizational initiatives.
• Continuously improve HR processes and documentation.

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Psychology, or a related field.
• 2–5 years of HR experience in a startup or fast-paced organization.
• Strong understanding of HR operations and employee lifecycle management.
• Familiarity with Indian labor laws and HR compliance.
• Experience coordinating recruitment and onboarding.
• Strong organizational and communication skills.
• High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace.
• Experience with HRIS or ATS platforms is a plus.

• MBA/PGDM in Human Resources or equivalent.
• Experience in technology, AI, SaaS, robotics, or engineering organizations.
• Experience working with rapidly growing teams.

• Highly organized and dependable.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Problem solver with a proactive mindset.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and professionalism.
• Comfortable working independently while collaborating across teams.
• Eager to learn and grow in a dynamic startup environment.

• Work on cutting-edge AI technology with real-world impact.
• Join a fast-growing international company.
• Collaborate directly with leadership and cross-functional teams.
• Opportunity to take ownership and grow your HR career.
• Competitive compensation and professional development opportunities.