Head Human Resource

Job Summary:

The Head of HR is responsible for leading and managing the Human Resources function at the medical college, ensuring alignment of HR strategies with institutional goals. This role encompasses all HR functions including recruitment, policy development, compliance, employee relations, performance management, and professional developmenttailored to the academic and healthcare environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. HR Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and implement HR strategies aligned with the medical college's academic and healthcare mission.
  
• Provide strategic leadership on workforce planning, talent acquisition, and organizational development.
  
• Collaborate with senior leadership to foster a positive and compliant institutional culture.
  

2. Recruitment & Staffing

• Oversee end-to-end recruitment for academic, administrative, clinical, and support staff.
  
• Ensure timely hiring in compliance with statutory norms and regulatory bodies (e.g., NMC, UGC, MCI).
  
• Design fair and transparent hiring practices, including faculty credential verification.
  

3. Compliance & Policy Development

• Ensure HR practices comply with labor laws, regulatory guidelines (e.g., MCI/NMC norms), and institutional policies.
  
• Develop, review, and update HR policies and employee handbooks.
  
• Manage documentation for audits and inspections by accreditation bodies.
  

4. Employee Relations & Engagement

• Foster a positive work environment and manage employee grievance mechanisms.
  
• Promote diversity, equity, and inclusion across the institution.
  
• Organize employee welfare and engagement programs.
  

5. Performance Management & Training

• Implement performance appraisal systems for faculty and staff.
  
• Identify training needs and oversee staff development initiatives.
  
• Facilitate faculty development programs in coordination with academic leadership.
  

6. HR Operations

• Manage payroll, attendance systems, leave management, and HRMIS.
  
• Maintain accurate employee records and ensure data confidentiality.
  
• Oversee onboarding and exit formalities.
  

7. Liaison & Representation

• Liaise with government bodies, regulatory authorities, and labor offices as needed.
  
• Represent HR in management meetings, disciplinary hearings, and legal matters.
  

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Human Resource Management, Business Administration, or related field.
  
• Professional HR certification (e.g., SHRM, HRCI, or equivalent) is desirable.
  

Experience:

• Minimum 15+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 6–7 years in a leadership role.
  
• Prior experience in healthcare, academic, or hospital/medical college settings preferred.
  
• Strong understanding of academic, clinical, and administrative HR challenges.
  

Skills & Competencies:

• Strategic thinking with strong leadership and interpersonal skills.
  
• In-depth knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices in education/healthcare.
  
• Conflict resolution and negotiation abilities.
  
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
  
• Tech-savvy with experience in HRMS or ERP systems.
  

Working Conditions:

• Based on-campus with occasional travel to external campuses, training centers, or government offices.
  
• Must be able to handle sensitive situations with discretion and professionalism.