General Manager / Associate Vice President - Human Resources

Job Description

Role & responsibilities: To provide a comprehensive and professional HR service to the organization and business that enables; the organization to continuously improve its performance in achieving its goals. To lead and manage the Shared Services HR Function, ensuring the delivery of efficient, consistent, and high-quality HR services across the organization. This role is responsible for driving operational excellence, aligning HR practices with business goals, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement. 1. HR Policy & Governance Maintain and continuously improve a framework of HR policies and procedures aligned with the organizations values and legal requirements. Ensure compliance with employment laws and internal standards across all locations. 2. Workforce Planning & Talent Acquisition Advise senior management on strategic workforce planning and optimal employment models. Oversee recruitment and selection processes to ensure timely hiring of qualified candidates for both temporary and permanent roles. 3. Learning & Development Lead the design and implementation of training and development programs. Ensure regular assessment of training needs and evaluate the effectiveness of learning initiatives. 4. Performance Management & Rewards Build and manage a robust Performance Management System (PMS) that drives accountability and performance. Advise on and implement Compensation & reward and recognition strategies that align with business objectives and employee motivation. Drive Compensation benchmarking across each Business 5. HR Operations & Data Management Collaborate on the design and implementation of IT systems to support HR operations and performance tracking. Ensure timely analysis, and reporting of HR data to support decision-making and continuous improvement. 6. Employee Relations & Compliance Provide expert guidance to managers and employees on disciplinary and grievance matters. Promote a positive work environment through fair and consistent application of policies and procedures. 7. Payroll Management & Compliance Oversee end-to-end payroll processing to ensure accuracy, timeliness, and compliance with statutory requirements. Manage payroll audits, reconciliations, and reporting. Coordinate with finance and tax teams to ensure proper documentation and disbursement. Oversee Group level compliance for HR 8. Strategic HR Initiatives Contribute to the development and execution of the organizations people strategy across businesses. Lead or support key HR projects and change initiatives to enhance organizational effectiveness. Be responsible for driving the complete HR automation for the whole Group.