General Manager - HR | Manufacturing Industry | Whitefield, Bangalore

We are seeking a suitable candidate for the position of General Manager - HR for a leading company in Pharmaceutical Industry, Bangalore. Job Location: Whitefield, Bangalore Reports in to: Senior Management Working: Mon to Sat (6 days a week) Job Role: We are seeking a strategic and experienced General Manager Human Resources to l ead the HR function. This is a senior leadership role responsible for driving human capital strategy, building organizational capabilities and ensuring regulatory compliance. He/She will work closely with executive leadership to align HR initiatives with company's growth, ambitions and evolving business needs. Key Responsibilities: Strategic HR Leadership Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with business goals and international growth plans. Lead organizational design, workforce planning, and change management. Drive succession planning and leadership development initiatives. Talent Acquisition & Workforce Management Oversee end-to-end recruitment for all levels, including volume hiring for specialized biotech/pharma roles. Build talent pipelines and execute retention strategies. Manage external recruitment partners and vendors. Learning & Development Design and deliver training programs to build employee skills and leadership capabilities. Support career development, mentorship, and continuous learning. Foster a culture of engagement, recognition, and high performance. Compliance & HR Governance Ensure adherence to all relevant labor laws, regulations, and industry standards. Develop and enforce HR policies and procedures in collaboration with legal/compliance teams. Conduct regular audits and compliance training sessions. Performance & Compensation Management Manage performance appraisal processes and design competitive compensation structures. Oversee benefits programs and use HR analytics to support strategic decisions. Culture & DEI Promote a culture of inclusion, collaboration, and global thinking. Champion diversity, equity, and inclusion in all HR practices. HR Operations & Technology Lead HR digital transformation efforts using HRIS and modern HR tech solutions. Oversee core HR operations including payroll, employee records, and lifecycle management. Ensure seamless integration of technology across all HR functions. Qualifications Minimum 4 years of experience as Head of HR for a company with 350+ employees; experience in biotech or pharma preferred. Master's degree (MBA or equivalent) in HR or related field from a reputed institution. Proven leadership in strategic HR, talent management, compliance, and global HR operations. Strong command of English; excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to lead diverse, high-performing teams across geographies. Proficiency in HRIS platforms and HR technology for end-to-end HR management. Suitable candidates shall email their updated resume across hr25@hectorandstreak.com with subject line as " GM - HR, Whitefield"