HR Team Lead

Role & responsibilities

Strategic Job Posting & Talent Acquisition

• Collaborate with department heads to identify hiring needs and draft accurate, inclusive job descriptions.
• Publish job ads across relevant platforms (job boards, career sites, social media) ensuring consistency and brand alignment.
• Monitor application trends and optimize postings for reach and relevance.

Labour Law Compliance

• Ensure all recruitment and employment practices comply with applicable labour laws and statutory guidelines.
• Advise HR and management on legal risks, contract terms, and employment classifications.
• Stay updated on changes in labour legislation and integrate them into HR practices and documentation.

HR Policy Creation & Enforcement

• Draft, revise, and implement HR policies covering recruitment, onboarding, leave, conduct, grievance, and exit procedures.
• Align policies with labour laws, organizational goals, and industry best practices.
• Conduct policy orientation sessions and ensure team-wide understanding and adherence.
• Lead periodic audits and reviews to ensure policy effectiveness and legal compliance.

Team Leadership & Coordination

• Supervise HR executives handling recruitment, documentation, and onboarding.
• Delegate tasks, set performance goals, and conduct regular reviews.
• Foster a culture of accountability, continuous learning, and legal awareness.

Process Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain accurate records of job postings, approvals, candidate pipelines, and policy updates.
• Prepare MIS reports and dashboards for recruitment metrics and compliance status.
• Support internal and external audits with timely documentation and clarifications.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Liaise with legal advisors, department heads, and senior management to ensure alignment on hiring and policy matters.
• Communicate policy changes and legal updates clearly across teams.

Preferred candidate profile

• Strong command of Indian labour laws and HR statutory compliance.
• Proven experience in HR policy drafting and implementation.
• Excellent communication and documentation skills.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.
• Familiarity with HRMS/ATS platforms and recruitment tools.