Group Manager – Human Resources

Job Title: Group Manager – Human Resources

Industry: Education (KG to Grade 12)

Job Summary:

The HR Head will lead the Human Resources function across the group of schools, ensuring the development and implementation of robust HR policies and procedures in alignment with organizational goals. The role involves strategic and operational HR leadership in areas like employee welfare, statutory compliance, teacher onboarding/offboarding, health insurance, gratuity, service records, employee engagement, and retention strategies.

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Key Responsibilities:

1. HR Policy and Compliance

Develop, implement, and regularly review HR policies, employee handbooks, and SOPs as per education sector norms.

Ensure adherence to labor laws, education board requirements, and statutory compliances (PF, ESI, gratuity, maternity leave, etc.).

Design and maintain service rules and guidelines for teaching and non-teaching staff.

2. Recruitment and Onboarding

Oversee recruitment for all school positions – academic, administrative, and support staff.

Standardize and manage onboarding processes including document verification, induction, and background checks.

Build a talent pipeline for high-demand roles (e.g., principals, coordinators, subject experts).

3. Employee Benefits & Welfare

Design and manage group health insurance and wellness programs for staff.

Monitor gratuity eligibility, calculations, and timely disbursals.

Facilitate employee recognition programs and welfare initiatives.

Address employee grievances and ensure a supportive work culture.

4. HR Operations & Employee Lifecycle Management

Oversee full employee lifecycle – appointment letters, transfers, promotions, exits, and full-and-final settlements.

Maintain accurate employee records including service books, work experience letters, leave records, etc.

Support school leaders with performance management, annual appraisals, and capability-building plans.

5. Audits, Reports & MIS

Manage internal HR audits and prepare reports for statutory inspections or board reviews.

Generate periodic HR MIS reports including headcount, attrition, joining/leaving analysis, etc.

6. Strategic HR Planning

Align HR strategy with academic and operational goals of the institution.

Support leadership in workforce planning, succession planning, and organizational structure reviews.

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Required Qualifications and Experience:

Postgraduate in Human Resources (MBA/PGDM in HR).

Minimum 10 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in a leadership role, preferably in the education sector (schools).

Strong knowledge of education-related compliances and child protection policies.

Experience in managing multiple locations/school branches is preferred.

Key Competencies:

Strong understanding of HR policies and labor laws.

Empathy, integrity, and strong interpersonal skills.

Strategic thinking and problem-solving.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Proficient in HRMS systems and MS Office

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: Up to ₹80,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person