Director-Human Resources

Job Title:

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the institutions objectives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to leadership on workforce planning, talent development, and succession planning.
• Build a positive and inclusive organizational culture that supports academic and operational excellence.

Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Lead faculty and staff recruitment to attract top talent.
• Design and implement structured selection, onboarding, and induction programs.
• Collaborate with academic leadership to ensure workforce planning meets curriculum and research needs.

Employee Relations & Engagement

• Foster a collaborative and transparent work environment.
• Address employee grievances, disciplinary actions, and conflict resolution fairly and legally.
• Drive employee engagement initiatives to enhance retention and satisfaction.

Learning & Development

• Create and implement faculty development programs and staff training workshops.
• Promote leadership development and career progression pathways.
• Oversee compliance with continuous professional development requirements for educators.

Performance Management

• Establish clear performance appraisal systems for faculty and staff.
• Ensure fairness, objectivity, and linkage to institutional KPIs.
• Drive a culture of accountability and high performance.

Compensation & Benefits

• Design competitive salary structures and benefits packages.
• Ensure statutory compliance with labor laws, PF, ESI, gratuity, and other regulations.
• Recommend performance-linked incentive programs.

Compliance & Policies

• Develop and maintain HR policies, code of conduct, and institutional guidelines.
• Ensure compliance with UGC/AICTE norms, state and central labor laws, and accreditation requirements.
• Maintain confidentiality of employee records and data security.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI)

• Promote diversity in hiring and inclusive workplace practices.
• Conduct sensitization and awareness programs to ensure a safe and respectful environment.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Masters degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (MBA/PGDM preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role (preferably in higher education or service sector).
• Deep understanding of Indian labor laws, education sector regulations, and HR best practices.
• Experience managing HR for a multi-campus institution (preferred).

Key Skills & Attributes:

• Strategic thinker with excellent people management skills.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and conflict-resolution abilities.
• Data-driven decision-making and proficiency with HRIS tools.
• High integrity, emotional intelligence, and ability to inspire trust.
• Commitment to fostering academic excellence and institutional growth.