Director Human Resources

Open Position: HR DirectorLocation:

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About the Role

Key Responsibilities1. Strategic HR Leadership

• Develop and implement HR strategy aligned with the institutions long-term goals.
• Provide counsel to top leadership on workforce planning, policy formulation, and organizational development.
• Lead HR transformation initiatives to enhance efficiency and digitalization.

2. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Planning

• Oversee end-to-end recruitment for academic and non-academic roles.
• Design high-quality hiring frameworks, competency models, and leadership hiring strategies.
• Drive workforce forecasting and succession planning.

3. Employee Relations & Engagement

• Foster a collaborative, inclusive, and harmonious work culture.
• Oversee grievance redressal mechanisms and disciplinary processes.
• Implement engagement, recognition, and retention programs.

4. Learning & Development

• Establish leadership development programs, faculty development plans, and continuous training initiatives.
• Promote a culture of learning focused on performance and innovation.

5. Performance Management

• Lead the implementation and continuous improvement of PMS systems.
• Ensure goal alignment, competency evaluation, and timely feedback cycles.

6. Compensation & Benefits

• Structure competitive compensation frameworks in line with UGC, AICTE, and industry benchmarks.
• Oversee payroll, rewards, and benefits administration.

7. HR Policy, Compliance & Governance

• Ensure adherence to statutory regulations and university policies.
• Update and manage HR manuals, SOPs, and compliance frameworks.
• Handle audits and regulatory reporting as required.

8. HR Operations & Systems

• Strengthen HR processes using HRMS tools, analytics, and automation.
• Drive data-based decision-making and report workforce analytics to leadership.

Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field (MBA/PGDM preferred).
• 18–25 years of progressive HR leadership experience, preferably in large organizations or the higher education sector.
• Strong experience in managing large teams and leading transformational projects.
• Deep knowledge of HR best practices, labor laws, and HR technologies.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Thinking & Execution
• Leadership & Team Development
• Change Management
• Decision Making & Problem Solving
• Cultural Sensitivity & People-Centric Approach
• High Integrity and Professionalism

If interested share profiles on – amit.verma@lpu.co.in