Human Resources Manager

Role: HR Head with 3-5 years HR experience, to manage people operations across design studio (20 people) and packaging manufacturing facility (45 people). 100% role, on-site. Please note that this is a newly created role. You will be the first and only dedicated HR professional across Z&B and SCPL, building people processes from the ground up. There are no current plans to expand the HR function.

Key Responsibilities:

Short-term (1-2 years):

• Serve as the single point of accountability for all people operations across Zinc & Broccoli and sister company SCPL: hiring, exits, performance, engagement, and HR administration
• Own the KRA/KPI framework and performance review cycle: conduct structured periodic 1:1s and formal appraisals across both organisations, and ensure all reviews are documented
• Run end-to-end hiring processes: JD creation, job posting, screening, interview coordination, offer management, and onboarding for all roles across Z&B and SCPL
• Facilitate exit processes: resignation handling, notice period management, offboarding checklists, and exit interviews
• Act as a buffer between management and day-to-day staff issues: handle employee concerns, interpersonal conflicts, and policy queries independently, reducing management overhead
• Establish and administer POSH compliance: set up an Internal Committee, ensure all employees across Z&B and SCPL are trained and aware of the policy, and serve as the first point of contact for any complaints or concerns

Medium to long-term (2-3 years): 

• Build and maintain active candidate pipelines for recurring roles, reducing time-to-hire
• Drive training and upskilling cadence across teams: coordinate with management to identify gaps and organise learning programmes
• Develop deeper engagement initiatives, team building activities, and culture-building programmes suited to both a design studio and a production environment
• Potential to shape HR policy and organisational design as both companies grow

Key Result Areas (KRAs)

The following are the results that we would like to have across both organisations, as a result of bringing you on board. These will be key criteria in deciding your growth path and future promotions.

• Measurable reduction in management time spent on routine HR tasks and people issues 
• Consistent, well-documented hiring and exit processes across Z&B and SCPL 
• Timely, accurate performance review cycles completed on schedule 
• Improvement in employee engagement and retention 
• Clean HR records and full compliance with Z&B and SCPL policies

Further goals and objectives, KPIs, and project plans will be discussed in detail during the interview process and onboarding. 

Basic terms of employment: 

• Permanent, full-time, on-site role with Zinc & Broccoli at our Kanakapura Road office 
• 6 months probation (no paid leaves during probation) 
• 2 months notice period if employee wishes to terminate the contract

Skills and tools required: 

• 3 to 5 years of HR experience, with at least 1-2 years in a generalist or HR lead role
• Prior exposure to diverse work environments: professional services, creative studios, or structured production settings is an advantage
• Experience in owning performance management and KPI tracking
• Strong English communication skills, written and verbal; verbal proficiency in Kannada is a necessary
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Excel is mandatory; experience with HRMS tools such as PagarBook or similar is a plus
• Ability to handle sensitive employee matters with discretion and maturity
• Organised, process-driven, and capable of working independently with minimal hand-holding

About Zinc & Broccoli 

Zinc & Broccoli is a communication design studio specialising in B2B marketing communications for manufacturing and technology companies. Our strength lies in translating complex technical concepts into visually compelling and easy-to-understand marketing materials. We work with clients globally who value strategic design thinking and collaborative partnerships. Learn more at www.zandb.in

SCPL is a Bengaluru-based printing and production company, part of the same founding group. It operates a full-service print and packaging production facility with a workforce across production staff, machine operators, supervisors, and management staff. Learn more at www.scpl.net

Working at Z&B

We're a small, senior-led team where ownership is real and access to leadership is direct. We work on demanding briefs for global clients, move fast, and hold ourselves to a high standard. If you're looking for a role where your work visibly shapes the organisation, this is it.