This role is for one of Weekday's clientsMin Experience: 12 yearsLocation: PuneJobType: full-time
Requirements
We are seeking an experienced and strategic
HR Consultant
with over 12 years of experience in human resources, specializing in
HR policy development
,
IT recruitment
,
administration
,
employee engagement
, and
performance management
. The ideal candidate will act as a trusted advisor to our leadership and HR teams, driving HR excellence, building scalable systems, and creating a positive and productive work environment. Prior experience in designing and implementing HR frameworks for IT organizations is highly desirable.
Key Responsibilities:
- HR Policy Development & Compliance
- Develop, implement, and periodically review comprehensive HR policies aligned with industry standards and legal requirements.
- Ensure that all HR policies are communicated effectively across the organization and adhered to consistently.
- Offer guidance and training to managers and employees regarding policy interpretation and implementation.
- Monitor changes in labor laws and recommend timely updates to internal policies and procedures.
- IT Recruitment & Talent Acquisition
- Design and execute effective talent acquisition strategies tailored to IT roles including software developers, QA, DevOps, analysts, and engineering leaders.
- Lead end-to-end recruitment processes: sourcing, screening, interviewing, shortlisting, and onboarding.
- Collaborate with department heads to forecast talent needs and build talent pipelines for future hiring demands.
- Implement employer branding strategies to attract top-tier IT talent.
- HR Administration & Operations
- Oversee core HR administrative functions including employee records, HRIS management, statutory compliance, and reporting.
- Improve HR operational processes through automation and systems to drive efficiency and transparency.
- Work with Finance and Admin teams to support payroll, reimbursements, and other HR operational functions.
- Employee Engagement & Culture Building
- Design and implement employee engagement programs that foster a collaborative, inclusive, and high-performance work culture.
- Conduct employee satisfaction surveys, feedback sessions, and drive actionable improvements.
- Partner with leadership to address employee relations issues and improve workplace harmony and morale.
- Performance Management & Development
- Design and oversee a performance management system that links individual contributions with organizational goals.
- Drive the appraisal and review cycles, ensuring fairness, transparency, and accountability.
- Support managers in identifying high-potential employees and create plans for learning, development, and succession.
- Strategic HR Advisory
- Work closely with the leadership team on HR strategy, organizational development, workforce planning, and change management.
- Provide insights and recommendations to improve employee retention, productivity, and overall HR effectiveness.
Candidate Requirements:
- Minimum 12 years of experience in HR with a strong focus on policy-making, IT recruitment, and employee lifecycle management.
- Proven success in designing and implementing HR frameworks and recruitment processes in an IT environment.
- In-depth knowledge of HR compliance, labor laws, and best practices.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work independently, lead HR projects, and manage multiple stakeholders effectively.
- Postgraduate degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field preferred.