Assistant Manager- Human Resources

The Assistant Manager - Human Resources position requires a proactive and people-centric individual to lead full-cycle recruitment efforts and manage HR operations, team guidance, and employee experience initiatives. The ideal candidate should possess strong executional capabilities in hiring, a passion for building effective teams, and fostering a positive workplace culture. Responsibilities: Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning: - Lead end-to-end recruitment across various business functions, ensuring timely closures and quality hires in line with the organizational culture. - Develop and maintain a robust talent pipeline through strategic sourcing, networking, and partnerships. - Collaborate with leadership to forecast workforce needs and create effective hiring plans. - Enhance employer branding and candidate experience across all touchpoints. HR Operations, Team Guidance & Employee Management: - Manage the complete employee lifecycle from onboarding to exit, ensuring smooth transitions and compliance. - Maintain and refine HRIS, MIS, and dashboards to support data-driven HR decisions. Employee Engagement & Culture: - Design and execute employee engagement activities, wellness initiatives, and recognition programs. - Conduct pulse surveys and feedback loops, translating insights into actionable culture enhancements. Performance Management & Development: - Coordinate transparent and timely performance reviews and appraisal cycles. - Identify learning needs and organize relevant training, workshops, and upskilling programs. - Support succession planning and career pathing in collaboration with senior leadership. Team & Stakeholder Management: - Guide, mentor, and manage the HR team, driving operational excellence and professional development. - Facilitate onboarding and integration of new team members, clarifying role expectations. - Serve as a trusted point of contact for resolving employee concerns and team issues. - Promote open communication and build a collaborative, inclusive work environment. Requirements: - 5-7 years of HR experience in a generalist role and team management, preferably in a mid-size or publicly listed firm. - Strong knowledge of HR operations, recruitment, employee engagement, and performance management. - Ability to balance strategic and hands-on HR responsibilities. - Familiarity with HRMS tools, compliance regulations, and HR analytics. - Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and problem-solving skills. - MBA/PGDM in HR or related field preferred. Why Join Us - Be part of a growing publicly listed company with exciting HR challenges. - Opportunity to shape HR strategy and work directly with leadership. - A dynamic, people-first culture that values innovation and employee well-being. Location: Gurgaon,