HR Asst. Manager / Manager

The HR Manager will be responsible for designing and implementing HR strategies, policies, and initiatives aligned with our organizational objectives. This role will require hands-on experience and strategic foresight across key HR domains: Recruitment & Selection, Employee Relations, Training & Development, Performance Management, Compliance & Policy Management, Compensation & Benefits and Strategic HR Planning.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Recruitment & Selection:

• Develop and execute end-to-end recruitment strategies for all levels, including workforce planning.
• Collaborate with department heads to forecast hiring needs.
• Manage job postings, screening, shortlisting, interviews, and selection processes.
• Partner with recruitment agencies and job portals as necessary.
• Implement employer branding strategies to attract top talent.
• Ensure a positive candidate experience throughout the hiring cycle.

2. Employee Relations:

• Foster a positive, inclusive, and high-performance work culture.
• Serve as a point of contact for employee concerns and grievances.
• Mediate and resolve conflicts in a fair and legal manner.
• Conduct regular employee engagement surveys and act on feedback.
• Promote effective internal communication across teams and departments.

3. Training & Development:

• Assess training needs through performance evaluations and business goals.
• Design, coordinate, and evaluate training programs for employees at all levels.
• Develop leadership development initiatives and succession planning.
• Maintain training records and measure ROI on learning and development investments.
• Promote a culture of continuous learning and development.

4. Performance Management:

• Lead the performance appraisal process including goal setting, mid-year, and annual reviews.
• Work with managers to develop KPIs and competency-based evaluation criteria.
• Identify and support interventions for underperformers.
• Link performance reviews to career development and reward programs.
• Use performance data for workforce planning and strategic decision-making.

5. Compliance & Policy Management:

• Ensure HR policies and procedures comply with labor laws and best practices.
• Develop and update HR manuals, employee handbooks, and code of conduct.
• Monitor statutory compliance (PF, ESI, Gratuity, Shops & Establishment Act, etc.).
• Conduct periodic HR audits and compliance training sessions.
• Liaise with legal and regulatory bodies as necessary.

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resource Management / Business Administration / Psychology or related field. MBA/PGDM in HR preferred.
• 4–6 years of progressive HR experience, with at least 3 years in a managerial role.
• In-depth knowledge of labor laws and HR best practices.
• Proficient in HRIS systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

Preferred Skills:

• Strategic HR Planning
• Analytical Thinking & Problem Solving
• Emotional Intelligence
• Change Management
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Awareness

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Health & Life Insurance Coverage
• Paid Time Off, Holidays, and Sick Leave
• Learning & Development Programs
• Employee Recognition Initiatives

[Any other perks – e.g., remote work policy, wellness programs]

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

• Day shift

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 07/07/2025