HR Manager

About the Role

We are seeking a dynamic and people-centric HR Manager to oversee and enhance all human resource functions, including recruitment, employee engagement, performance management, compliance, and organizational development. The ideal candidate will play a strategic role in fostering a positive work culture while ensuring operational excellence in HR processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead end-to-end recruitment lifecycle (sourcing to onboarding)

• Partner with hiring managers to understand manpower requirements

• Develop hiring strategies aligned with business goals

• Manage employer branding initiatives

• Oversee campus and lateral hiring programs

2. Employee Engagement & Culture

• Drive initiatives to promote a healthy work culture

• Plan engagement activities, team-building programs, and recognition initiatives

• Conduct employee satisfaction surveys and analyze feedback

• Address employee concerns and manage grievance redressal

3. Performance Management

• Design and implement performance appraisal systems

• Align KPIs/OKRs with business objectives

• Facilitate quarterly and annual performance reviews

• Support competency mapping and development plans

4. Learning & Development

• Identify training needs through skill gap analysis

• Organize technical and soft skill training programs

• Develop leadership and succession planning initiatives

• Promote certification and career progression frameworks

5. HR Operations & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with labor laws and company policies

• Maintain employee records and HR documentation

• Oversee payroll coordination and statutory compliances (PF, ESIC, etc.)

• Draft and update HR policies and SOPs

6. Employee Lifecycle Management

• Manage onboarding and induction programs

• Handle confirmations, promotions, transfers, and exits

• Conduct exit interviews and retention analysis

• Oversee full and final settlement processes

7. Strategic HR Initiatives

• Support organizational restructuring and workforce planning

• Drive HR analytics and reporting for management

• Implement HRMS systems and automation initiatives

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field

• MBA/PGDM in HR preferred

• 58 years of experience in HR, with at least 2 years in a managerial role

• Experience in IT/Analytics/Consulting industry preferred

Required Skills

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Strategic thinking and problem-solving ability

• Knowledge of labor laws and compliance

• Experience with HRMS tools

• Leadership and team management capability

• High level of integrity and confidentiality

Key Competencies

• Decision-making ability

• Conflict resolution

• Emotional intelligence

• Organizational skills

• Change management