Chief Human Resources Officer

Job Opening | Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO) – Arul Group of Companies

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About Arul Group:

A multi-vertical business group with over four decades of legacy, Arul Group includes:

• Arul Rubbers Pvt Ltd – Engineering & Rubber Lining Solutions (Since 1978)
• Arul Polymers Pvt Ltd – Rubber-to-Metal Components (Since 1997)
• Neo Heights Builders & Promoters Pvt Ltd – EPC & Interior Contracting (Since 2011)

All group companies are ISO 9001:2015 certified; Neo Heights is additionally ISO 45001:2018 certified.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and forward-thinking CHRO to lead the HR function across all group companies. The ideal candidate will be a strategic partner to the MD and leadership team—driving transformation, workforce planning, and people systems while ensuring compliance, employee engagement, and digital HR integration.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement a group-wide HR strategy aligned with business goals
• Lead manpower planning, org structuring, and succession planning across verticals
• Oversee PMS implementation, L&D programs, and 360° feedback mechanisms
• Ensure compliance with labour laws, ISO audits, EHS standards, and HR policies
• Drive employee engagement, grievance redressal, and cultural transformation
• Champion HR automation, data analytics, and tech-enabled onboarding
• Mentor a multi-location HR team and build a high-performance HR ecosystem

What We’re Looking For:

• 15–25 years of experience with 5+ years in a senior HR leadership role
• Prior experience in EPC, infrastructure, industrial services, or manufacturing
• Proven success in building scalable HR systems across multi-entity setups
• In-depth knowledge of labour laws, IR, ISO frameworks, and compliance
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Strategic mindset with hands-on operational depth

Preferred Traits:

• Visionary with a deep understanding of business needs
• High emotional intelligence with a collaborative approach
• Ability to manage diverse workforce segments – from factory to creative teams
• Strong decision-making capability and resilience under pressure