Human Resources Manager

Company Description

Includ is a D2C fashion brand backed by Tier-1 VC funds focusing on kidswear and accessories. Founded by seasoned industry veterans, the brand aims to bring high-quality, stylish, and latest fashion at an affordable prices for our customers. Our team is cross-cultural, highly experienced and extremely passionate about building a global kids brand.

Role Summary -

We are seeking a proactive and experienced HR Generalist who brings hands-on expertise across core HR functions, with a balanced background in both retail and corporate HR environments. The role requires independently managing HR Operations, Payroll, Talent Acquisition, and driving Employee Engagement & Culture-building initiatives for a dynamic and growing team.

Roles & Responsibilities -

1. HR Operations & Compliance

• Manage end-to-end HR operations, including employee lifecycle processes (onboarding to exit), HR documentation, and HRMS data accuracy.
• Ensure compliance with statutory requirements (PF, ESI, PT, etc.), and handle audits and reporting.
• Maintain employee records, contracts, and compliance checklists.

2. Payroll Management

• Accurately manage monthly payroll including variable inputs, attendance, leave tracking, and coordination with finance/payroll partners.
• Resolve payroll-related queries and ensure timely disbursements.

3. Talent Acquisition

• Manage full-cycle recruitment for both retail and corporate functions.
• Coordinate with department heads to understand hiring needs, source candidates, schedule interviews, and manage oer rollouts.

4. Culture & Engagement

• Design and implement employee engagement strategies tailored for both retail and corporate setups.
• Drive initiatives to build a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work culture.
• Organise periodic team-building activities and communication forums.

5. HR Strategy & Support

• Collaborate with leadership to improve HR processes and implement best practices.
• Generate and present HR reports, dashboards, and insights for leadership decision-making initiatives.

Requirements

• 5–6 years of HR experience with exposure in both retail and corporate environments.
• Strong understanding of payroll, HR operations, and compliance.
• Hands-on experience in hiring across levels and functions.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organisational skills.
• Proficiency in HRMS tools and MS Oce.
• Strong skills in performance management, learning, development planning, and employee evaluation
• In-depth knowledge of HR policies, labor laws, and compliance regulations
• Ability to lead initiatives to retain top talent and promote collaboration across diverse teams
• Prior experience in a dynamic, fast-paced environment or start-up is a plus