HR Leader

HR Leader India

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Position Summary

HR Leader

hands-on

Key Competencies

• Builder mindset: ability to create structure in a growing operation
• Hands-on execution and willingness to own daily HR work
• High judgment and problem-solving skills Cross-cultural communication and collaboration
• Integrity, confidentiality, and discretion
• Proactive planning and operational excellence

Key Responsibilities

• Work closely with US team to establish core HR operations in India.
• Build and document HR policies, handbooks, procedures, and compliance frameworks aligned to India labor laws and U.S. parent standards. Our parent company partner has infrastructure to support this effort.
• Assist with set up of HR systems and processes including payroll coordination and onboarding workflow design requirements.
• Ensure adherence to local compliance requirements and foster a positive and engaging workplace culture.
• Collaborate closely with global HR teams to ensure consistency in HR policies, processes, and talent programs.
• Serve as the primary HR contact for all India-based employees in Kochi and Bangaluru
• Align HR initiatives with business goals and act as a trusted advisor to leaders.
• Support organizational changes through effective change management and communication.
• Handle complex employee relations issues, conduct investigations, and recommend appropriate actions.
• Ensure compliance with local labor laws, statutory requirements, POSH regulations, and company policies.
• Stay updated on employment legislation and implement required changes.
• Manage the complete employee lifecycle including recruitment coordination, onboarding, performance management, and exit processes.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure smooth payroll processing, statutory compliance, and HR operations.
• Maintain accurate HRIS data, employee documentation, and support HR audits.
• Analyze HR metrics to identify trends and provide insights for decision-making.
• Prepare and present HR reports, dashboards, and updates for leadership and global HR stakeholders.
• Partner with managers on performance management, goal setting, coaching, and employee development.
• Identify training needs and support learning and development initiatives.
• Plan and execute employee engagement activities, cultural initiatives, and local events.
• Foster an inclusive, positive, and high-performing work environment.
• Manage relationships with HR vendors, consultants, and service providers.
• Build strong working relationships with employees, business leaders, and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s degree or HR certifications preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive HR experience, with at least 5 years in an HRBP or strategic HR role.
• Strong knowledge of local labour laws, compliance, POSH, payroll processes, and HR best practices.
• Experience working with global HR teams and exposure to multi-country HR coordination preferred.
• Proficiency in HRIS systems, MS Office, and comfort handling data and analytics.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated track record of implementing HR strategies and driving impactful results.