At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient's mobility is enhanced by a Zimmer Biomet product or technology every 8 seconds.
As a Zimmer Biomet team member, you will share in our commitment to providing mobility and renewed life to people around the world. To support our talent team, we focus on development opportunities, robust employee resource groups (ERGs), a flexible working environment, location specific competitive total rewards, wellness incentives and a culture of recognition and performance awards. We are committed to creating an environment where every team member feels included, respected, empowered and recognised.
What You Can Expect
The HR Manager India GCC is responsible for leading end-to-end HR operations, talent programs, and employee relations for the India Global Capability Center while aligning closely with global HR strategy and governance. This role partners with regional and global leaders to scale the GCC, ensure compliance with Indian labor laws, and deliver a strong employee experience across the talent lifecycle.
The role combines hands-on HR execution, people leadership, and strategic partnership, supporting a diverse workforce across technology, engineering, shared services, and corporate functions.
Work Location:Bangalore
Work Mode:Hybrid (3 Days in Office)
How You'll Create Impact
HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle
- Lead end-to-end HR operations for the India GCC, including onboarding, offboarding, employee data management, and HR service delivery
- Ensure consistent application of global HR policies while adapting to local regulatory requirements
- Serve as primary escalation point for employee relations issues and workplace concerns
Talent Management & Workforce Planning
- Partner with business and GCC leadership on workforce planning, hiring strategy, and capacity scaling
- Support recruiting teams on hiring demand, offer alignment, and onboarding readiness
- Lead performance management, promotion cycles, and talent review processes
Employee Relations & Compliance
- Manage employee relations matters, investigations, and disciplinary actions in compliance with Indian labor laws
- Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (Shops & Establishments Act, Factories Act where applicable, POSH, labor codes)
- Partner with Legal and Compliance teams on audits and risk mitigation
What Makes You Stand Out
Compensation, Benefits & Rewards
- Support compensation planning, annual merit cycles, and incentive programs
- Partner with global Total Rewards teams to localize benefits and rewards for India
- Ensure market competitiveness and internal equity
Learning, Engagement & Culture
- Support learning and development initiatives, leadership development, and manager enablement
- Drive employee engagement programs and culture initiatives aligned with global values
- Support change management and communication during periods of growth or transformation
HR Governance & Stakeholder Partnership
- Act as a trusted HR advisor to GCC leadership and global HR partners
- Support HR reporting, metrics, and dashboards for leadership reviews
- Contribute to continuous improvement of HR processes and operating models
Your Background
Required Skills
- 7-10 years of progressive experience in Human Resources
- 3 - 5 years in an HR Manager or HR Business Partner role
- Experience supporting technology, engineering, or shared services organizations
- Experience working in a Global Capability Center (GCC) or multinational environment strongly preferred
HR Systems & Platforms
- HRIS platforms (e.g., Workday, SAP SuccessFactors, Oracle HCM)
- Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) (e.g., SAP Success Factors, Workday, Greenhouse, iCIMS)
- Performance management and talent systems
Payroll, Benefits & Compliance
- India payroll systems and vendors
- Statutory compliance tools (PF, ESI, PT, Gratuity)
- Employee data privacy and records management
Reporting & Analytics
- HR dashboards and reporting tools (Excel advanced; Power BI preferred)
- Headcount, attrition, engagement, and DEI metrics
Collaboration & Enablement
- Microsoft 365 or equivalent collaboration platforms
- HR knowledge base and case management tools
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience scaling GCCs from early-stage to mature operations
- Experience partnering with U.S. or EMEA-based leadership teams
- Exposure to mergers, acquisitions, or organizational transformations
- Certification in HR (e.g., SHRM-SCP, SHRM-CP, CIPD, NHRDN)
- Strong understanding of Indian labor law and employment practices
Core Competencies
- Strong business and people acumen
- Ability to balance global standards with local needs
- High judgment in employee relations and compliance matters
- Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
- Change leadership and execution discipline
Education
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Industrial Relations, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- Preferred Master's degree in Human Resources
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disability
