Assistant Manager- Human Resources

Job Description

Location: Hindi States Type: Full-Time About us: LeapForWord is a product NGO committed to eliminating the single biggest bottleneck of Poor English Capabilities, which prohibits students of regional language communities from accessing Professional Education & better Employment Opportunities. Using our translation algorithm, we enable lakhs of teachers to teach English in their mother tongue and develop specific capabilities in their students, namely Reading, Comprehension & Sentence Structuring. Our hiring philosophy: We want to onboard like-minded people who are ambitious and passionate about personal growth and the organization. Our goal is to continue impacting over a million lives, and our team needs to be aligned with this vision. We believe that the organization can thrive only when every employee experiences personal growth along with it and envisions working not just for them but also for society at large. Where do you come in: The HR Assistant Manager will lead the end-to-end human resources function, ensuring people practices align with our mission and values. This role requires a self-starter who can independently manage HR operations, talent acquisition, performance management, statutory compliance, and employee engagement in a growing and agile non-profit environment. Key responsibilities that you will have: 1. Talent Acquisition & Onboarding · Design and update job descriptions in alignment with program needs · Source, screen, and onboard candidates across functions · Manage all recruitment processes including interviews, background checks, salary negotiations, and offer roll-outs · Conduct structured induction and orientation programs 2. HR Operations & Compliance · Maintain physical and digital HR records, including contracts, statutory documents, and employee files · Ensure timely and accurate payroll inputs, PF/PT/Gratuity compliance, and liaise with vendors · Draft, revise, and implement HR policies including POSH, Code of Conduct, and Employee Handbook 3. Performance Management & L&D · Execute quarterly and annual performance appraisal processes · Link appraisals to salary revisions and IDPs (Individual Development Plans) · Coordinate training sessions aligned to organizational and employee growth 4. Employee Engagement & Culture · Plan and organize employee events and engagement initiatives · Recognize and celebrate milestones, birthdays, and accomplishments · Address employee grievances with empathy and confidentiality 5. Strategic HR Projects · Drive initiatives like HR digitization, policy audits, or organization-wide surveys · Participate in DEI, succession planning, and workforce planning discussions Key skills that we are looking for: · Bachelor's or Master’s in Human Resources, Social Sciences, or related field · 2–4 years of full-time HR experience, preferably with exposure to both strategic and operational aspects · Strong knowledge of statutory compliance (PF, Gratuity, POSH, etc.) · Hands-on experience with different HRIS systems · Excellent interpersonal and communication skills · Passion for the social impact space, with prior volunteering or non-profit experience being a strong plus Who You Are: · You believe in people-first practices and bring empathy to the workplace · You are agile, solution-oriented, and can navigate ambiguity with ease · You are aligned with the mission of working in the social sector and building equitable workplaces · You thrive in small-to-mid-sized teams and value trust, transparency, and inclusivity Remuneration: Remuneration based on skill set, prior experience, and value addition. The salary would be decided upon as per the sector standards. To apply, mail your CV to with the subject - “Job Application: Assistant Manager- Human Resources” Job Type: Full-time Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month Ability to commute/relocate: Goregaon East, Mumbai, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred) Work Location: In person