Head of Recruitment

About Us

Utkarsh Global Foundation (formerly known as Utkarsh Star Mitra Mandal) is a nationwide non-profit organization committed to promoting the welfare of society. In collaboration with government bodies, we focus on various sectors including environmental protection, animal welfare, women’s education and empowerment, social justice, and disaster preparedness, with the goal of creating a better world for all living organisms and human beings.

Job Title

Head – HR & Recruitment

Location: Mumbai
Reporting To: CEO

Job Summary

Utkarsh Global Foundation is seeking a strategic and results-driven HR leader to head our HR operations and recruitment function. The ideal candidate will bring deep HR expertise, strong leadership skills, and a passion for building a positive, high-performance workplace culture, while ensuring the organization attracts, develops, and retains top talent to advance our mission and growth objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic HR Leadership

• Design and implement HR strategies aligned with UGF’s mission and organizational objectives.
• Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership on organizational structure, workforce planning, and change management.
• Drive HR initiatives that enhance employee engagement, productivity, and retention.

Talent Acquisition & Management

• Lead the end-to-end recruitment process for all functions, including senior and critical hires.
• Build strong employer branding and implement innovative sourcing strategies to attract diverse, high-quality talent.
• Oversee succession planning and leadership development programs to build a strong internal talent pipeline.

Performance & Development

• Manage performance management processes including goal setting, reviews, and career progression.
• Design learning and development programs, leadership training, and skill enhancement initiatives.
• Identify skill gaps and create tailored development plans to support employee growth and satisfaction.

Policy & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with labor laws, employment regulations, and organizational policies.
• Develop, review, and update HR policies and the employee handbook in line with best practices.
• Handle employee relations with fairness, discretion, and professionalism.

HR Operations

• Oversee HRIS, payroll, and benefits administration for accuracy and efficiency.
• Monitor HR metrics and analytics to support data-driven decision-making.
• Ensure smooth and efficient HR processes to deliver an excellent employee experience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field (Master’s/MBA preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of Indian employment laws, HR best practices, and current recruitment trends.
• Proven track record of strategic HR management and large-scale recruitment.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinking and business acumen
• Change management and organizational development
• Relationship building and stakeholder management
• High emotional intelligence and conflict resolution
• Analytical mindset with data-driven decision-making
• Cultural awareness, discretion, and integrity

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹1,300,000.00 - ₹1,500,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Mumbai, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• What is your CTC?
• What is your ECTC?
• What is your Notice Period?

Work Location: In person