The client for which we are doing the search is a company operating in the Automotive space, it is a listed entity having a global presence in India, Asia Pacific, Japan, Europe, and the Americas. It is a well-established and iconic brand. The organization fosters a cosmopolitan work environment with a strong emphasis on gender diversity. On behalf of our client, we are seeking an HRBP professional with 5 to 12 years of post-qualification experience, holding a full-time MBA HR from Tier 1 institutes. This Team Managerlevel role is part of the manufacturing HR function and will be based in Chennai. The role requires the person to be conversant in Tamil, given the extensive interaction with plant operations personnel. The organization fosters a cosmopolitan work environment with a strong emphasis on gender diversity. The HR Business Partner will execute people strategies that enable the respective function to achieve its business strategies. The incumbent will assist and contribute to the implementation and review of strategies and policy while providing advice and guidance on the application and interpretation of those policies. Experience Required - 5-12 years Job Responsibilities - Serve as the strategic HR partner for the assigned business unit, acting as the primary liaison for all employee-related matters, and enabling a seamless HR experience Champion the execution of the approved HR agenda within the business unit, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals and priorities Collaborate closely with the Talent Acquisition team to drive manpower planning and fulfill hiring requirements in accordance with the business growth roadmap Translate the overall HR strategy into actionable initiatives within the business unit and ensure timely execution and monitoring of outcomes Lead the onboarding and induction journey for new hires, reinforcing organizational culture and ensuring effective integration into the team Facilitate the timely execution of Performance Management System (PMS) activities by partnering with line managers and the Rewards & Performance team, ensuring fairness and consistency Identify capability gaps and emerging skill needs through stakeholder discussions and performance insights; collaborate with the Organization Development team to drive targeted learning interventions Drive high participation in employee engagement surveys, analyze feedback trends, and work with business leaders to co-create and implement data-driven action plans Evaluate training effectiveness and support the formulation of a continuous learning culture through impactful Learning & Development programs Leverage people analytics and HR dashboards to derive insights, track trends, and present recommendations that influence workforce decisions Partner with the Talent Management team to identify successors for key roles and support the development and retention of high-potential talent Work alongside HR Operations to support seamless implementation and optimization of HR systems, tools, and digital workflows Support the Head - HR in conceptualizing and delivering initiatives that enhance employee well-being, engagement, and organizational belonging Act as a trusted advisor to both employees and managers, building strong relationships, fostering a high-performance culture, and proactively addressing concerns to drive retention Ensure 100% compliance with applicable labor laws, organizational policies, and statutory requirements across the business unit Maintain comprehensive documentation and audit-ready records in support of compliance, risk mitigation, and governance standards. Mandatory Requirements : - * Education - Full time - MBA - HR / PGDM - HR / MSW (from IIM's, ISB, XLRI, XIMB, TISS, Symbiosis, MDI, IMT, FMS and other Tier 1 Institutes only need to apply) * Conversant in the Tamil Language is mandatory * Should have experience in Automobile Manufacturing, other manufacturing, consumer durables, E com or industries having direct exposure to customers.